Brand Creative Lead — AI-Driven Creative Vision & Leadership

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,550,000; Full time

Job summary

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V. is seeking a Brand Creative Lead to steer the creative vision for assigned brands, upholding brand guidelines and ensuring consistency across all outputs. You will lead cross-functional collaboration with clients, account, production, and agency teams to deliver cohesive creative strategies.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and a future-focused mindset, with an emphasis on AI tools and technology to keep the brand innovative and competitive.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience, with 5+ years in a creative leadership role.
• Proven experience in a creative leadership role, preferably within a digital or integrated agency environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge & experience in complete asset mix in design, multimedia, traditional and digital channels
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative expertise and a successful track record in brand leadership.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations.
• Future-first mindset with demonstrated capability in use of various AI tools & tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the creative vision for assigned brand(s), ensuring alignment with overall brand strategy and goals.
• Oversee the day-to-day execution of creative work by digital delivery teams, ensuring projects align with client briefs and requirements.
• Guide and mentor creative team members, fostering a culture of creativity, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Implement and uphold quality control processes to ensure consistency and excellence across all creative outputs.

Skills

Creative leadership

Brand leadership

Team mentorship

Client collaboration

AI tools usage

Job description

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V. is seeking a Brand Creative Lead to steer the creative vision for assigned brands, upholding brand guidelines and ensuring consistency across all outputs. You will lead cross-functional collaboration with clients, account, production, and agency teams to deliver cohesive creative strategies.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and a future-focused mindset, with an emphasis on AI tools and technology to keep the brand innovative and competitive.