Creative Director

Global One; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Cape Town is looking for an experienced Creative Director to lead creative campaigns and manage a team of creatives. This role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience, with proven success in directing campaigns from concept to execution. Candidates should possess strong leadership, communication skills, and expertise in graphic design, copywriting, and digital marketing. Join us to shape innovative marketing strategies and ensure high-quality deliverables across various projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience in a creative role, preferably in an agency or in-house.
• Proven track record of leading successful campaigns from concept to execution.
• Strong people management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conceive and implement concepts, guidelines, and strategies in various creative projects.
• Collaborate with account executives to meet client requirements.
• Direct and motivate creative teams effectively.
• Lead brainstorming sessions to generate ideas.
• Write and design unique and well-crafted copy.
• Approve/reject ideas and provide feedback.
• Train and guide subordinates into accomplished professionals.
• Monitor team results and propose future actions.

Skills

Creative leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Graphic design

Copywriting

Brand strategy

Digital marketing

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

The Creative Director will work with the marketing team to develop and execute creative campaigns that align with business objectives. They will manage a team of creatives, provide direction and feedback, and ensure that all deliverables meet high standards. In addition, they will collaborate with other departments to ensure that the creative vision is carried through across all touchpoints.

Requirements

A minimum of 8 years experience in a creative role, preferably within an agency or in-house creative department

Proven track record of leading successful campaigns from concept to execution

Strong people management and communication skills

Expertise in graphic design, copywriting, brand strategy, and digital marketing

Proficient in project management tools and processes

Responsibilities

• Conceive and implement concepts, guidelines and strategies in various creative projects and oversee them to completion
• Collaborate with account executives to obtain knowledge of the clients requirements
• Direct and motivate teams of art directors, illustrators, copywriters etc. to help them use their talents effectively
• Lead brainstorming/creative sessions to generate ideas
• Write and design unique and well-crafted copy that meet clients needs as well as our own
• Revise content and presentations, approve/reject ideas, provide feedback to the team
• Train and guide subordinates into accomplished professionals
• Monitor results of team efforts and propose actions for the future