Creative Director, Arts & Entertainment

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a visionary Creative Director to lead artistic endeavors and guide a diverse team of artists, designers, and content creators. This on-site role requires a deep understanding of trends, branding, and audience engagement.

The successful candidate will drive strategic creative thinking, oversee development from concept to execution, and collaborate across marketing, production, and executive teams to deliver high-impact projects in the Arts & Entertainment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in creative roles within Arts & Entertainment, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership position.
• Demonstrable experience in leading successful creative campaigns and projects across multiple disciplines (e.g., visual arts, digital media, performance).
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a wide range of creative work and strategic thinking.
• Strong understanding of branding, marketing principles, and audience engagement strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and projects effectively.
• Strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Proficiency in relevant creative software and digital tools is a plus.
• Must be willing to work on-site in Benoni, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overarching creative strategies aligned with company goals.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of creative professionals.
• Oversee the creative development process from concept to final execution for all projects.
• Ensure brand consistency and quality across all creative outputs.
• Collaborate with marketing, production, and executive teams to define project scope and objectives.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders and clients.
• Manage creative budgets and timelines effectively.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and audience preferences.
• Foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement within the creative department.
• Manage external creative agencies and freelancers as needed.

Skills

Creative leadership

Branding & audience engagement

Team management

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Stakeholder presentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity in the South African Arts & Entertainment landscape, is looking for a visionary Creative Director to lead their artistic endeavors in Benoni, Gauteng. This senior leadership role requires a dynamic individual with a proven track record in conceptualizing and executing innovative creative strategies across various media platforms. You will be responsible for guiding a team of artists, designers, and content creators, ensuring the delivery of compelling and high-impact projects that resonate with target audiences. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of artistic trends, a strategic mindset, and exceptional leadership qualities. This role is office-based in Benoni, fostering a collaborative environment essential for driving creative excellence within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overarching creative strategies aligned with company goals.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of creative professionals.
• Oversee the creative development process from concept to final execution for all projects.
• Ensure brand consistency and quality across all creative outputs.
• Collaborate with marketing, production, and executive teams to define project scope and objectives.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders and clients.
• Manage creative budgets and timelines effectively.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and audience preferences.
• Foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement within the creative department.
• Manage external creative agencies and freelancers as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related creative field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in creative roles within the Arts & Entertainment sector, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership position.
• Demonstrable experience in leading successful creative campaigns and projects across multiple disciplines (e.g., visual arts, digital media, performance).
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a wide range of creative work and strategic thinking.
• Strong understanding of branding, marketing principles, and audience engagement strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and projects effectively.
• Strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Proficiency in relevant creative software and digital tools is a plus.
• Must be willing to work on-site in Benoni, Gauteng.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership within the South African arts and entertainment industry. Join a dynamic team in Benoni and play a key role in shaping the future of creative expression. This position offers a rewarding career path for an experienced creative leader.