We are
The Cream started from a love of creative & a passion for connection.
More than a recruitment service - we’re creative matchmakers. We exist to connect the UK’s brightest* creative & digital talent with brands, agencies and businesses who want to make an impact. Whether you’re looking to hire someone full-time, bring in a freelancer, or engage help on a project: that’s where we come in.
Who are the Cream?
With a combined experience of 32 years in creative & design, recruitment & operations...
We're a small team of industry professionals! From in-house to agency, our team has worked in design, brand, creative, marketing, advertising & recruitment, taking that delicate touch that's required in elite account management & pairing it with knowledge of the Creative agency world. We know what makes a specific skill set, culture type & attitude, that people from both sides are people looking for ... & use our match making skills to pair the perfect team!
Results driven people
98%
Increase in Retention
Our clients saw individual department retention of 98% in 2024 based on our hand selected quality sourcing.
Matching person with purpose.
75%
Match Rate
Sometimes its exclusive, sometimes we can be working along side internal teams & other agencies to find the top 10% of what makes a team great. Last year we saw that 75% of our business pipeline was successfully placed by The Cream.
32
Years in the Business
We have a combined 32 years across recruitment & in agency creative industry experience, here to make meaningful matches—thoughtfully, intentionally, and with a deep understanding of creative culture.
What do we do?
Recruitment for the Creative industry.
Permanent, fixed-term or ad hoc freelance. If you're looking for your next gig or looking to hire we're here to save you the time & pain of endless searching for the right fit!
Understanding the brief is where we shine! A little phone call to understand you is where we like to start, then we get to work. Looking at industry niche's such as luxury travel, sports & entertainment, beauty & fashion, because we know just how important specialisms are & how hard it to find that match! We're here to guide & consult you, to help get everyone on the right page about salary, experience & skill.
Branding & Identity
At The Cream, we know that building unforgettable brands starts with idea lead creatives. That’s why we specialise in connecting standout talent with the most exciting brand and identity agencies in London, Scotland, and New York. From the bold ideas to culture-shaping design, we partner with agencies who don’t just follow trends—they turn industry on its head & set them. Whether you're crafting a new identity or reimagining a global name, we know the kind of minds who make brands impossible to ignore.
Designers, Strategists, Account Handlers, Business Development, Content Writers, Team Leaders, Art Directors, Animators, Developers. Freelancers.
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