Creative Director

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Bonus structure

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Hybrid work model

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Creative Director to lead its Arts & Entertainment division in George. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on creative leadership to shape campaigns and projects across media.

You will guide a team, translate client visions into compelling executions, and uphold high standards of quality and innovation. The successful candidate brings 8+ years in creative leadership, a proven record of award-winning campaigns, and deep knowledge of branding and digital

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a creative leadership role in advertising or Arts & Entertainment.
• Proven track record of award-winning campaigns.
• Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills.
• Solid understanding of branding and digital media trends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and execution of creative concepts across media.
• Lead, mentor and inspire a team of designers and copywriters.
• Collaborate with account management and strategy to define briefs.
• Present ideas and strategies to clients with clear rationale.
• Maintain high standards of creative quality and innovation.

Skills

Creative leadership

Branding

Digital media trends

Communication

Presentation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an inspiring and visionary Creative Director to lead their Arts & Entertainment division in George. This hybrid role requires a strategic thinker who can guide a team of creatives, shaping the artistic direction of campaigns and projects. You will be responsible for fostering innovation, ensuring the quality and coherence of creative output, and translating client visions into impactful artistic executions. The successful candidate will blend strong leadership skills with a deep understanding of creative strategy and execution, contributing to the agency's reputation for excellence within the Western Cape arts scene.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and execution of creative concepts for various media, including advertising, digital content, and brand experiences.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, copywriters, and other creative professionals.
• Collaborate with account management and strategy teams to define creative briefs and ensure alignment with client objectives.
• Present creative ideas and strategies to clients, effectively communicating the vision and rationale.
• Maintain high standards of creative quality and innovation across all projects.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in a creative leadership role, preferably within advertising or the Arts & Entertainment industry.
• A proven track record of developing successful and award-winning creative campaigns.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of branding, marketing principles, and digital media trends.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and life insurance plans.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in beautiful George.