Creative Director - Marketing

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive salary & bonus

Healthcare & retirement contributions

Leadership training & career growth

Hybrid work model (office/remote)

Team in Tembisa

Job summary

Placements24 in Tembisa, Gauteng seeks a visionary Creative Director to lead marketing efforts across multiple channels. You will oversee a team of designers, copywriters, and multimedia specialists, driving brand growth and cohesive storytelling in the dynamic South African market.

The role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in developing integrated marketing strategies, expertise in brand management and digital marketing, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a creative leadership role, with a strong portfolio of successful marketing campaigns.
• Proven ability to develop and execute integrated marketing strategies for diverse brands.
• Expertise in brand management, digital marketing, and content creation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing creative teams and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative marketing strategies and creative concepts across digital, print, and broadcast media.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the creative team, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional growth.
• Oversee the creation of all marketing collateral, including advertisements, social media content, website assets, and promotional materials.
• Ensure brand consistency and quality across all marketing communications and touchpoints.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to deliver high-quality campaigns on schedule.
• Collaborate with sales, product, and external agencies to align creative efforts with business objectives.

Skills

Creative leadership

Brand management

Digital marketing

Content creation

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Advertising/Graphic Design

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead their marketing efforts in Tembisa . This pivotal role involves conceptualizing and executing compelling marketing campaigns that resonate with our target audience and drive brand growth. You will oversee a team of designers, copywriters, and multimedia specialists, fostering an environment of creativity, collaboration, and excellence. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a proven track record in developing integrated marketing strategies across multiple channels, ensuring consistent brand messaging and impactful storytelling within the dynamic South African market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative marketing strategies and creative concepts across digital, print, and broadcast media.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the creative team, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional growth.
• Oversee the creation of all marketing collateral, including advertisements, social media content, website assets, and promotional materials.
• Ensure brand consistency and quality across all marketing communications and touchpoints.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to deliver high-quality campaigns on schedule.
• Collaborate with sales, product, and external agencies to align creative efforts with business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a creative leadership role, with a strong portfolio of successful marketing campaigns.
• Proven ability to develop and execute integrated marketing strategies for diverse brands.
• Expertise in brand management, digital marketing, and content creation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing creative teams and external vendors.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Dynamic and supportive team environment located in Tembisa .