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Start Date: ASAP
Contract: 18 months fixed term contract initially
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Depending on experience
Location: Gas Ferry Road, Bristol
Department:
Aardman Brands & Licensing team drives long term relevance of our brands and engagement with our audiences, to maximise sustainable commercial value for the studio. We market and commercially exploit Aardman’s IP in a way that celebrates and respects our creative values. We work globally, and develop strategies and partnerships to deliver our products, experiences and services to grow our brands and delight our fans.
Main purpose of the job:
The Brand Manager is responsible for implementing creative brand campaigns and marketing strategies, and reports into the Head of Brand Marketing. This role plays a pivotable role in the strategic brand management and development of Aardman character IPs and helps to inform decision-making and drive the success of brand, content and marketing initiatives.
Candidates:
- Candidates will need previous brand marketing management and governance experience preferably within the entertainment, publishing or media sectors.
- Proven experience in brand planning and implementation of promotional campaigns.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Experience in brand building projects in the UK and international territories.
- Understanding of digital distribution and marketing.
- Ability to handle various projects at one time.
- Collaborate effectively in a team environment and across departments.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to plan expenditure and track budgets.
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For a full role profile and to apply, please go to: https://jobs.aardman.com/vacancies/293/brand-manager.html
The closing date for applications is: 5pm on Wednesday 22nd July 2026
About Aardman:
Aardman is an independent and multi-award-winning studio producing feature films, series, advertising, interactive entertainment and attractions for both the domestic and international market. Our productions are novel, entertaining, brilliantly characterised and full of charm reflecting the unique talent, energy and personal commitment of our team. Our work is often imitated and yet we continue to lead the field producing a rare brand of visually stunning content for cinema, broadcasters, digital platforms and live experiences around the world.
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In November 2018, Aardman became an Employee Owned organisation, ensuring that the studio remains independent and securing the creative legacy and culture of the company for the future.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Charter is our commitment to building a workforce that is truly reflective of society, underpinned by the belief that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential in delivering on our mission: to create entertainment for all and to be the most inspirational animation company in the world. We welcome applications from all individuals and are always happy to discuss flexible working needs. We've signed the Age-friendly Employer Pledge, a nationwide programme run by the Centre for Ageing Better to make workplaces age-friendly, and Aardman is also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
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