Campaign Director

Campaign Director – Maternity Cover (12 Month Contract)

Salary: Based on experience

Location: Bristol office-based

Start Date: 27 July 2026

Do you have a proven track record of leading large-scale events and brand activations? Are you experienced in managing major client relationships while overseeing multiple campaigns from concept through to delivery?

Magic Number is a creative events and experiential agency delivering memorable brand experiences. We are looking for a senior-level Campaign Director to join us on a 12-month maternity cover contract and lead one of our largest client portfolios.

The Role

As Campaign Director, you will be responsible for maintaining and growing relationships with a core client while overseeing the successful delivery of multiple campaigns and activations throughout the year.

Working closely with our Founding Directors and reporting to the Creative Director, you will provide direction to the wider team and ensure every project is delivered to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction across a portfolio of brands, events and activations.
• Lead the delivery of multiple campaigns from planning through to execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for client communications, reporting and updates.
• Manage campaign budgets, reporting and reconciliation across all projects.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships, services and campaign activity.
• Review project performance and implement improvements for future delivery.
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ensure all required documentation, including RAMS and licences, is completed and submitted.
• Report campaign performance, targets and achievements to the Founding Directors.
• Support and guide campaign team members to achieve successful outcomes.

About Our Company

Magic Number creates impactful live experiences, activations and events for leading brands. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional work while building strong and lasting client partnerships.

The Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (20 days plus Bank Holidays)
• Additional annual leave accrued after two years' service, up to five extra days
• Paid Christmas shutdown
• Pension contributions
• Gym membership contribution
• Flexible working hours
• Mobile phone line rental contribution
• Team socials, team days and end-of-season events
• Access to event experiences

The Person

You will have:

• At least three years' experience as an Account Director or in a similar senior role within an event agency.
• Experience leading large-scale events and brand activation campaigns.
• Strong people management experience and the ability to lead field teams.
• Experience managing client portfolios exceeding £1m.
• Extensive knowledge of event production and large-scale festival installations.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple live campaigns simultaneously.
• Strong presentation, communication and budgeting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programmes.
• Previous experience with Live Nation festivals would be advantageous.
• Flexibility to travel and work weekends when required.

What’s Next

If you're ready to lead major campaigns, build outstanding client relationships and deliver exceptional live experiences, we'd love to hear from you.