Digital Media Creative Director - Johannesburg

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Johannesburg-based team

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Creative Director to lead our client's digital media initiatives in Johannesburg. You will conceptualize and execute compelling creative strategies across social, web, and interactive experiences, shaping the brand's online presence.

This role requires experience leading designers, copywriters, and content creators, strong understanding of digital trends, storytelling, and ability to guide a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Creative Director or senior creative role.
• Portfolio showing digital design and leadership.
• Proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite and CMS.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects in fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee execution of creative concepts for all digital campaigns.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse creative team.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales for alignment with business objectives.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain understanding of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Present creative strategies and concepts to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Creative leadership

Digital design

Team mentorship

Presentation skills

Project management

Adobe Creative Suite

CMS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

CMS platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Creative Director to lead our client's digital media initiatives in Johannesburg. You will conceptualize and execute compelling creative strategies across social, web, and interactive experiences, shaping the brand's online presence.

This role requires experience leading designers, copywriters, and content creators, strong understanding of digital trends, storytelling, and ability to guide a team in a fast-paced environment.