Art Director - Digital Campaigns

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Creative autonomy

Collaborative team environment

Vibrant Arts & Entertainment scene

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Art Director in Polokwane to lead and shape the visual identity of digital campaigns within the Arts & Entertainment sector. You will guide a multidisciplinary team to translate strategic goals into compelling visuals across websites, social, and video assets.

The role demands a strong portfolio in digital campaigns, leadership of design teams, and expertise in branding, storytelling, and Adobe Creative Suite. On-site collaboration in Polokwane is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Art, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related creative field.
• 6+ years of experience in art direction or senior design with a strong portfolio of digital campaign work.
• Proven leadership experience managing creative teams and projects.
• Expertise in digital design principles, branding, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and inspire creative teams in Polokwane.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative concepts and visual strategies for digital marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand identity and project goals.
• Oversee the design and execution of all visual elements, including graphics, illustrations, videos, and web assets.
• Lead and mentor a team of graphic designers, illustrators, and web designers, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and strategy teams to translate campaign objectives into powerful visual communications.
• Ensure consistency in visual style and tone across all campaign materials and platforms.
• Manage project timelines and resources effectively to deliver high-quality creative output on schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Creative direction

Digital design

Branding

Visual storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art/Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Art Director to lead the creative vision for digital campaigns within the Arts & Entertainment sector in Polokwane . This role is responsible for conceptualizing and overseeing the visual execution of marketing campaigns, ensuring a cohesive and impactful aesthetic across all digital touchpoints. You will guide a team of designers and artists, translating strategic objectives into compelling visual narratives that engage target audiences. This is a prime opportunity to shape the visual identity of significant entertainment projects and drive creative excellence in a stimulating environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative concepts and visual strategies for digital marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand identity and project goals.
• Oversee the design and execution of all visual elements, including graphics, illustrations, videos, and web assets.
• Lead and mentor a team of graphic designers, illustrators, and web designers, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and strategy teams to translate campaign objectives into powerful visual communications.
• Ensure consistency in visual style and tone across all campaign materials and platforms.
• Manage project timelines and resources effectively to deliver high-quality creative output on schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Art, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related creative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in art direction or senior design roles, with a strong portfolio of digital campaign work.
• Proven leadership experience managing creative teams and projects.
• Expertise in digital design principles, branding, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and inspire creative teams in Polokwane .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Creative autonomy and the chance to work on impactful projects.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Work within the vibrant Arts & Entertainment landscape.