Creative Director

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

Job summary

A leading brand agency in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Creative Director to guide their creative team. The role involves developing innovative solutions while fostering client relationships and inspiring the team. An ideal candidate has over 10 years in creative leadership, a strong portfolio, and expertise in branding and marketing principles. Join this dynamic agency to make a significant impact and lead creative initiatives that transform brands.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a creative leadership role.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating outstanding creative direction and branding.
• Deep understanding of branding, marketing, and design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative team in developing and executing creative solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Creative direction

Branding

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Superunion is a global brand agency that specializes in creating, developing, and transforming brands. With a passion for creativity and innovation, our agency aims to help clients grow and succeed through powerful and effective brand strategy and design. Our team is made up of talented individuals who work collaboratively to produce world-class work that inspires, engages, and delivers results.

About the Role

Superunion is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Creative Director to lead our creative team and deliver exceptional work that exceeds client expectations. As the Creative Director, you will be responsible for leading the creative vision, driving the creative direction of our agency, and ensuring that our work is strategically sound, innovative, and of the highest quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creative team in developing and executing outstanding creative solutions that meet client objectives and exceed expectations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, and act as a trusted advisor to clients on all creative matters.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver creative solutions that are innovative, strategic, and on brief.
• Develop and implement creative processes and best practices that ensure quality and efficiency in the delivery of all creative work.
• Foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and excellence within the creative team, and inspire them to produce their best work.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in creative design, branding, and marketing.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a creative leadership role within a brand agency or similar environment.
• Strong portfolio of work demonstrating outstanding creative direction, branding, and design.
• Deep understanding of branding, marketing, and design principles, and ability to apply them strategically to achieve business objectives.
• Strong client relationship management skills, with experience in building and maintaining strong client partnerships.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proven ability to inspire, motivate and develop creative teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, and to build strong relationships across the agency.

If you are a talented and experienced Creative Director with a passion for creativity, innovation, and excellence, and are looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team of creatives at a world-class agency, then we want to hear from you. Apply now and join us on our mission to transform brands and help clients achieve their full potential.