Creative Director

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical and wellness programs

Career growth opportunities

Flexible hybrid work in Pretoria

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Creative Director to lead creative direction from Pretoria offices, shaping brand storytelling across all touchpoints. You will mentor designers, copywriters and videographers, driving innovation and excellence in visual and written communications.

The role requires strategic thinking, a strong portfolio, and the ability to translate ideas into compelling campaigns. Hybrid work options in Pretoria are available, with opportunities for leadership development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing or related field.
• Proven experience leading creative teams and delivering measurable results.
• Strong portfolio across branding, advertising and multimedia.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the overall creative strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Mentor and manage a multidisciplinary creative team.
• Oversight of creative assets for advertising, digital campaigns, branding, and marketing materials.
• Ensure brand consistency and high-quality outputs across touchpoints.
• Manage project timelines, budgets and resources; present concepts to leadership.

Skills

Creative leadership

Brand storytelling

Team leadership

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts/Graphic Design/Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an inspiring and visionary Creative Director to lead their creative vision and execution from their offices in Pretoria . This senior role is responsible for setting the creative direction for all marketing and brand initiatives, ensuring a consistent and impactful brand message across all touchpoints. You will manage and mentor a team of designers, copywriters, and videographers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional artistic talent, a deep understanding of brand storytelling, and the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling visual and written communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall creative strategy for the brand, ensuring alignment with business objectives and target audience engagement.
• Lead, inspire, and mentor a multidisciplinary creative team, including designers, copywriters, and multimedia specialists.
• Oversee the conceptualization and execution of creative assets for advertising, digital campaigns, branding, and other marketing materials.
• Ensure brand consistency and quality across all creative outputs, maintaining high standards of aesthetic and effectiveness.
• Manage creative project timelines, budgets, and resources efficiently.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to senior management and stakeholders, articulating the vision and rationale effectively.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a creative leadership role (e.g., Creative Director , Art Director, Senior Designer) with a strong portfolio of diverse creative projects.
• Proven ability to develop and execute compelling creative strategies that deliver measurable business results.
• Expertise in visual design, branding, typography, and multimedia production.
• Experience managing and motivating creative teams in a dynamic agency or in-house environment.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related creative field.

Benefits

• A leading salary package with excellent performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and wellness programs.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• A dynamic and inspiring work environment in Pretoria , with flexible hybrid options.
• Generous vacation policy and retirement savings plan.