Remote Creative Director: Lead Vision & Innovation

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits

Remote-friendly environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead our arts and entertainment projects in a remote-first environment. You will define creative direction, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compelling, brand-aligned output.

As a senior leader, you will collaborate with executives, drive innovation, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery across media. A proven track record in creative leadership and a powerful portfolio are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a creative leadership role within Arts & Entertainment.
• Excellent communication and remote leadership skills.
• Strong portfolio across media demonstrating breadth of work.
• Strategic thinker capable of translating ideas into actionable plans.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the overarching creative vision and strategy for projects and the studio.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire multidisciplinary teams.
• Oversee quality and execution of all creative output to match brand and goals.
• Collaborate with executives, marketing, and production to translate business objectives into creative work.
• Drive innovation in approaches, tools, and workflows to stay ahead.
• Manage budgets and timelines to deliver on time and within scope.

Skills

Leadership

Portfolio

Storytelling

Communication

Strategic thinking

Creative direction

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead our arts and entertainment projects in a remote-first environment. You will define creative direction, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compelling, brand-aligned output.

As a senior leader, you will collaborate with executives, drive innovation, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery across media. A proven track record in creative leadership and a powerful portfolio are essential.