Creative Lead

Department/Province: Communications, Digital and Marketing

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Cape Town

Reference Number: FHO-CRLEAD-001

Description:

We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join us in making an impact to the lives of South Africans. The Democratic Alliance is building a future based on Freedom, Fairness, Opportunity and Diversity for all. If you are passionate about our country, share our values, and feel you are suited to this role, submit your application by 21 April 2025.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing project coordination support, workflow management support and taking the lead on creative development for the full range of functions managed by the Marketing Team.
• Supporting the roll-out of all marketing executions, ensuring the smooth operationalization of quality, accurate, approved and deadline-compliant projects.
• Supporting other creative functions of the Communications, Digital and Marketing Directorate with necessary and required content.

Minimum Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Journalism or similar field
• 4 years’ experience in a similar role / in a Marketing Department
• Experience managing fast-paced design workflow, preferably using a project management tool (Trello most preferable)
• Experience with Art Direction, including graphical content, photo, video and audio shoots
• Experience conceptualising and writing content for all Marketing platforms
• Computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, Teams, and basic Adobe Acrobat

Advantageous attributes and experience:

• Experience with proofreading / copy-editing
• Experience with appropriate design software tools (Adobe Design Suite, Canva)
• Experience facilitating sign-off with various role-players across an organisation
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for occasional business use

Skills:

• Written and verbal communication
• Detail-oriented
• Coordinating and organising
• Administration and attention to detail

Abilities:

• Use initiative and work well in high-pressure situations
• Be outcomes-orientated, not simply task-orientated
• Work independently
• Apply sound judgement

Knowledge and commitment:

• South African current affairs and liberal philosophy
• Spheres of government and the party/political divide
• Commitment to the principles, policies and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance
• Willingness to go the extra mile, which may include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary

To apply online please visit: https://da.mcidirecthire.com/External/CurrentOpportunities