Junior Art Director

Accenture in South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking a Junior Art Director passionate about retail advertising. The role involves developing innovative concepts for campaigns across various channels while collaborating closely with creative teams. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with strong design skills and a desire to grow in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong visual and conceptual thinker with a keen eye for design.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive self-starter eager to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts for retail campaigns across channels.
• Execute high-quality designs that bring brands to life.
• Collaborate with teams to craft compelling advertising.

Skills

Creativity

Visual Thinking

Conceptual Thinking

Teamwork

Proactivity

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

We’re looking for a Junior Art Director with a passion for retail advertising, a strong conceptual mindset, and an exceptional eye for design.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and crave the opportunity to push your creative boundaries with innovative digital and beyond-the-shelf concepts, this role is for you.

Our studio manages a diverse portfolio of revitalized retail brands that are striving to be more competitive in the market. We operate in a culture of respect, hard work, and collaboration, where bold ideas and fresh thinking are encouraged.

What you’ll do:

• Develop standout creative concepts for retail campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, in-store, social media, and experiential marketing.
• Execute high-quality designs and layouts that bring retail brands to life.
• Work closely with copywriters, strategists, and senior creatives to craft compelling advertising that drives engagement and sales.
• Balance speed and quality, understanding the fast turnaround nature of retail while delivering strategically sound, creatively exciting work.
• Bring fresh ideas to the table—this is a space to grow, experiment, and challenge the category.
• Leverage AI and generative AI tools to enhance creativity and workflow efficiency.
• Be a self-starter who continuously seeks out learning opportunities and new ways to push creative boundaries.
• Collaborate with a talented team in a supportive and high-energy studio environment.

What we’re looking for:

• A creative with a strategic mind - someone who understands the why behind the work.
• A strong visual and conceptual thinker with a keen eye for design, typography, and branding.
• The ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines without compromising creativity or quality.
• A team player who’s eager to learn, grow, and bring their unique personality and flair to our work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign etc).
• Knowledge of AI and generative AI in creative work is a plus.
• A proactive self-starter with a hunger for learning and adapting to industry trends.

If you’re looking for a place to sharpen your skills, contribute fresh ideas, and help reshape retail advertising, we’d love to hear from you!