Creative Director

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive executive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Travel and relocation perks

Job summary

Placements24, a fully remote creative leadership opportunity, seeks a Creative Director to set the vision and lead a global design team from any location. You will translate business goals into bold branding and digital storytelling, guiding projects from concept through delivery with executive leadership.

This role requires a strong portfolio and proven remote leadership to inspire cross‑functional teams. Lead the creative strategy across campaigns, ensure brand guidelines are followed, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a creative role with 5+ years in leadership (Creative Director or Art Director).
• Strong portfolio across campaigns and media showing branding and design leadership.
• Excellent remote leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Deep understanding of branding, marketing strategy, digital media and UX principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate the overall creative vision and strategy for the brand and marketing initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, copywriters, and other creatives.
• Oversee conceptualization and execution of projects, ensuring brand alignment.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales to define briefs and ensure delivery.
• Present concepts to stakeholders and executives with clarity and conviction.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices in creative fields.

Skills

Leadership

Branding

Digital media

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Fine Arts/Design/Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and inspiring Creative Director to lead their fully remote creative team. You will be responsible for setting the creative vision, overseeing the development of all creative assets, and ensuring the highest quality of design and conceptualization across all projects. This role demands a leader with a deep understanding of branding, digital media, and visual storytelling, capable of inspiring a team to produce groundbreaking work. You will work closely with marketing, product, and executive leadership to translate business objectives into impactful creative strategies, all from your chosen remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate the overall creative vision and strategy for the company's brand and marketing initiatives.


• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, copywriters, and other creative professionals.


• Oversee the conceptualization and execution of creative projects, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and objectives.


• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales teams to define creative briefs and ensure successful project delivery.


• Present creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders and executive leadership with clarity and conviction.


• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in creative fields.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in a creative role, with at least 5 years in a leadership position such as Creative Director or Art Director.


• A strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of successful creative campaigns and visual design projects across various media.


• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage creative teams in a collaborative environment.


• Deep understanding of branding, marketing strategy, digital media, and user experience principles.


• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, crucial for remote leadership.


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.


• Fully remote position with unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.


• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Generous allocation for professional development, travel, and unique perks.


• Opportunity to shape the creative future of a dynamic organization.