Creative Director

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead a dynamic team and shape the artistic direction of all projects. You will drive brand consistency and develop innovative campaigns that resonate with audiences, while fostering a collaborative, high-performing work environment.

This role emphasizes strategic thinking, leadership, and the delivery of exceptional results aligned with the company’s goals in the Arts & Entertainment sector within Johannesburg's vibrant

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Creative Director or senior creative role.
• Strong portfolio with campaign success.
• Demonstrated leadership to motivate teams.
• Excellent branding, design, digital media understanding.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a clear creative vision and strategy across multiple platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, writers, and other creative professionals.
• Oversee the concept development and execution of all creative assets from brief to delivery.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and executive teams to meet business objectives.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Present concepts and deliverables to stakeholders with rationale and impact.

Skills

Leadership

Creative Direction

Branding

Digital Media

Project Management

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead their dynamic team in Johannesburg . This pivotal role involves shaping the artistic and conceptual direction of all creative projects, ensuring brand consistency, and driving innovative campaigns that resonate with target audiences. You will be instrumental in fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment, pushing creative boundaries, and delivering exceptional results that align with the company's strategic goals. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the Arts & Entertainment sector within a vibrant cultural hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a clear creative vision and strategy across multiple platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, writers, and other creative professionals.
• Oversee the concept development and execution of all creative assets, from initial brief to final delivery.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, product, and executive teams to ensure creative output meets business objectives.
• Manage creative project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation effectively.
• Present creative concepts and final deliverables to stakeholders, articulating the rationale and impact.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Creative Director or senior creative role within the Arts & Entertainment industry.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional creative work and campaign success.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage creative teams.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, branding, digital media, and content creation.
• Proficiency in creative software and project management tools.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry events.
• A stimulating and collaborative work environment in the heart of Johannesburg .
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Contribution to innovative projects with significant cultural impact.