Creative Director

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Leadership role

Creative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking an inspiring and strategic Creative Director to lead creative teams across marketing and communications, defining and executing the overall creative vision.

You will mentor designers, copywriters, and digital artists, translate business objectives into campaigns, and drive innovation with a strong brand focus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a creative role with leadership experience
• Proven track record of integrated marketing campaigns
• Exceptional conceptual thinking, art direction, and storytelling
• Strong branding, marketing, and communications knowledge
• Proficiency with design software and keen eye for aesthetics and typography
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills to inspire teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and champion the overarching creative strategy and vision for the company and its brands.
• Lead, inspire, and manage creative teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Oversee conceptualization and execution of creative assets for advertising, digital marketing, social media, and other platforms.
• Ensure all output is on-brand, aligned with marketing objectives, and meets high quality standards.
• Present concepts and strategies to stakeholders, articulating rationale and impact.
• Stay ahead of design trends, technologies, and competitive landscape to inform direction.

Skills

Leadership

Branding

Campaign strategy

Communication

Mentoring

Design direction

Tools

Design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an inspiring and strategic Creative Director to lead their creative teams in Benoni . This role is responsible for defining and executing the overall creative vision across all marketing and communication initiatives. You will manage and mentor a diverse group of creatives, including graphic designers, copywriters, and digital artists, ensuring the delivery of compelling and on-brand content. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio of successful campaigns, a deep understanding of branding and marketing principles, and the ability to translate business objectives into impactful creative strategies. This is a leadership position focused on driving innovation and creative excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and champion the overarching creative strategy and vision for the company and its brands.
• Lead, inspire, and manage creative teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Oversee the conceptualization and execution of creative assets for advertising, digital marketing, social media, and other platforms.
• Ensure all creative output is on-brand, aligned with marketing objectives, and meets the highest standards of quality and effectiveness.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders, effectively articulating the rationale and expected impact.
• Stay ahead of design trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to inform creative direction.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in a creative role, with at least 3 years in a leadership position such as Creative Director or Art Director.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful integrated marketing campaigns.
• Exceptional conceptual thinking, art direction, and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of branding, marketing, and communication principles.
• Proficiency with design software and a keen eye for visual aesthetics and typography.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire teams.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus opportunities tied to campaign success.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for creative exploration.
• Leadership role with significant impact on brand identity in Benoni .
• A vibrant and forward-thinking creative culture.