Creative Director

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Learning & professional growth

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Creative Director to lead artistic initiatives in Tembisa and oversee creative strategy across platforms. You will guide designers, writers, and artists, driving innovation and excellence while maintaining brand consistency and impactful storytelling.

The role requires a strong portfolio, strategic thinking, and a proven track record of delivering campaigns that resonate with target audiences.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in a creative team.
• Ability to translate business goals into creative campaigns.
• Expertise across graphic design, branding, digital marketing, and content creation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing teams and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive creative strategies aligned with marketing objectives and brand guidelines.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of creative professionals, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Oversee the production of all creative assets, including visual design, copy, video, and interactive content.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, product development, and executive teams to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Present creative concepts and final deliverables to stakeholders, articulating the rationale behind design choices.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time delivery of all creative work.

Skills

Creative leadership

Brand strategy

Team management

Presentation

Communication

Campaign development

Education

Bachelor's degree (Fine Arts/Design/Marketing)

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Video editing

Job description

Our client is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead their artistic initiatives in Tembisa . This senior role involves overseeing the conceptualization and execution of creative strategies across various platforms, ensuring brand consistency and impactful storytelling. You will guide a team of designers, writers, and artists, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking, exceptional aesthetic sensibility, and a proven track record of delivering compelling creative campaigns that resonate with target audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive creative strategies aligned with marketing objectives and brand guidelines.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of creative professionals, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Oversee the production of all creative assets, including visual design, copy, video, and interactive content.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, product development, and executive teams to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Present creative concepts and final deliverables to stakeholders, effectively articulating the rationale behind design choices.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure efficient and on-time delivery of all creative work.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a creative leadership role, with a strong portfolio showcasing impactful campaigns.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business goals into creative strategies and concepts.
• Expertise in various creative disciplines, including graphic design, branding, digital marketing, and content creation.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience managing teams and fostering a collaborative, high-performance creative environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Design, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

• A leading role within a vibrant creative department in Tembisa .
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• A stimulating environment where creative ideas are encouraged and valued.