Position
Creative & Content Marketing Assistant – EMEAContract: 12 months contractorLocation: Milan (on-site required)Reporting line: Direct report to Senior Creative Marketing Manager EMEA
Role SummaryWe are looking for a Creative & Content Marketing Assistant to support the Senior Creative Marketing Manager EMEA in the daily execution of content creation, creative production and marketing activities across the EMEA region.This is a hands-on, execution-focused role, with a strong emphasis on:
* Content creation
* Graphic adaptation
* Campaign execution
* Digital, social and retail creative assets
The role is based in Milan, requires daily interaction with international teams, and therefore fluent English is mandatory.The position is intended as a 12-month contractor, with potential for extension based on performance and business needs.
Reporting Structure
* The role reports directly to the Senior Creative Marketing Manager EMEA
* Works daily with:
* EMEA Marketing
* Retail
* Digital & E-commerce
* Social Media
* External agencies and freelancers
Core Responsibilities1. Content Creation & Creative Execution (Primary Focus)The core of the role is content creation support across digital, social and retail channels.Support the creation and execution of visual content assets for:
* Social media (static & light motion content)
* Digital campaigns
* E-commerce content
* Retail & in-store communication
* Hands-on use of:
* Adobe Photoshop (mandatory)
* Adobe XD (mandatory)
* Adobe Illustrator (nice to have)
* Execution activities include:
* Resizing and adapting assets across formats and platforms
* Layout creation and content formatting
* Light photo retouching
* File preparation for print and digital
* Exporting assets according to brand guidelines
* Support the creation of:
* Social content layouts
* Brand presentation visuals
* Campaign recap decks
* Internal content previews
2. Content Production & Campaign SupportSupport the organization of content for:
* Product launches
* Campaigns
* Community activations
* Brand events
* Assist in:
* Creative briefs
* Shot lists
* Content planning documents
* Support post-production phases:
* Content selection
* File cleanup and organization
* Content recap presentations
* Coordinate with:
* Photographers
* Videographers
* Agencies during production phases
3. Operational, Sample & Project SupportDaily operational support to the Senior Creative Marketing Manager EMEA
* Deck updates
* File organization
* Timeline tracking
* Deliverable follow-ups
Coordination between:
* Internal teams
* External creatives
On-site support during:
* Shoots
* Events
* Retail activations (if required)
Hands-on operational work related to physical assets and samples, including:
* Sorting and organizing product samples
* Supporting sample tracking and basic logistics
* Preparing products for shoots, events and presentations
Candidate Profile – Mandatory Requirements
Technical Skills
* Strong working knowledge of Adobe Pack
* Good working knowledge of Adobe XD
* Good knowledge of:
* Layout
* Typography
* Visual composition
* Experience in:
* Preparing assets for social, digital and retail channels
* Content and graphic execution in brand or agency environments
Content Sensitivity (Mandatory)
* Visual sensitivity and understanding of:
* Brand aesthetics
* Social content dynamics
* Digital-first formats
* Ability to adapt content for:
* Different platforms
* Different audiences
* Different creative needs (retail vs digital vs social)
Language Skills- Italian: native or fluent- English: fluent (written and spoken) – mandatory
Experience
* 1–3 years of experience in:
* Creative teams
* Marketing departments
* Agencies
* Design studios
* Experience in:
* Content creation
* Social and digital assets
* Retail or product storytelling is a strong plus
Soft Skills
* Highly organized
* Detail-oriented
* Reliable and precise
* Able to manage tight deadlines
* Proactive and solution-oriented
* Strong aesthetic awareness
Work Setup
* Milan-based role
* Office presence required 3 days per week + Smart Working
* Occasional travel for productions and events possible
Contract Details
* Freelance / Contractor
* Duration: 12 months
* Full-time commitment preferred