Creative Director

Motionworx; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative technology studio in Pretoria seeks a Creative Director to lead the creative vision and execution across projects. This full-time, on-site role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in creative direction and a strong portfolio demonstrating innovation. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various teams to create cinematic, story-driven experiences that elevate client brands. Attractive salary and growth opportunities are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Growth within a fast-scaling tech-creative company

Stock option opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in creative direction, motion design, or immersive media.
• Proven track record leading creative teams and delivering high-impact projects.
• Strong conceptual and storytelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary creative team.
• Define and uphold a strong creative direction for the brands.
• Oversee the entire creative process from concept to final output.

Skills

Creative direction

Motion design

Storytelling

Leadership

Adobe Creative Suite

Unreal Engine

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Creative Director — Motionworx

Location: Pretoria, South Africa (On-site)

Salary: R50,000 per month

Start Date: January 2026

About Us

Motionworx is a leading creative technology studio that merges cinematic storytelling, design, and real-time production to craft immersive virtual experiences for global brands. Our flagship platform, NOVA, is redefining virtual engagement - helping companies deliver visually powerful and highly engaging presentations and live virtual events at scale.

We are seeking a Creative Director to join our Pretoria team full-time and lead the next phase of our creative evolution.

The Role

As Creative Director, you will lead the creative vision and execution across all Motionworx and NOVA projects. You will direct a multidisciplinary team of designers, video editors, motion artists, and Unreal Engine specialists to create cinematic, story-driven virtual experiences that elevate client brands and redefine digital storytelling.

This role requires a combination of leadership, creative excellence, and hands‑on direction. You will drive ideation, guide production, and ensure that every project achieves world‑class quality and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary creative team.
• Define and uphold a strong creative direction for the Motionworx and NOVA brands.
• Oversee the entire creative process from concept to final output.
• Collaborate with internal leadership and clients to align creative vision with strategic goals.
• Direct the design and execution of virtual sets, immersive environments, and cinematic motion content.
• Maintain a high standard of quality and consistency across all deliverables.
• Foster a positive, focused, and innovative creative environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in creative direction, motion design, or immersive media.
• Proven track record leading creative teams and delivering high‑impact projects.
• Strong conceptual and storytelling skills.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Familiarity with Unreal Engine, virtual production, or real‑time graphics is highly advantageous.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• A portfolio demonstrating innovation, craft, and creative excellence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: R50,000 per month.
• Full‑time, on‑site role at our Pretoria studio.
• Opportunity to lead creative direction for major international brands.
• Work with advanced virtual production tools and real‑time technology.
• A collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.
• Growth within a fast‑scaling tech‑creative company redefining the future of virtual storytelling.
• Stock option opportunities: team members who prove themselves over time will have the chance to earn stock options.