Senior Art Director

Nnb; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A creative studio is seeking a conceptual Art Director with 5+ years of experience in video, animation, and branded content. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio demonstrating their craft and strategic thinking abilities. This role offers an opportunity to transition from advertising to a polished production environment where accountability and collaboration are valued.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing film, video, motion graphics, animation.
• 5+ years' experience in a creative agency or production studio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Knowledge of Premiere Pro and After Effects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Shape the studio's creative output.
• Bridge strategic thinking and creative execution.

Skills

Video production

Animation

Branded content

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a conceptual Art Director who gives a sh

ABOUT US

We're a new breed of creative studio, hell-bent on redefining what you thought you knew about production houses. For us, great work isn't just about making things look good; it's about solving problems, thinking strategically, and telling stories that actually build businesses. We're unapologetically honest, we love what we do, and we believe that having fun is a mandatory part of getting the job done.

ABOUT YOU

You're a conceptual art director with bucketloads of experience in video, animation, and branded content, looking to make a change from the churn of ad land into the polish of production. With know-how gained over at least five to seven years in advertising agencies, you'll be a key player in shaping our studio's creative output. Bridging the gap between strategic thinking and creative execution is where you'll shine.

MUST-HAVES

MUST-HAVESA strong portfolio showcasing film, video, motion graphics, animation5+ years' experience in a creative agency or production studio Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator & Photoshop a must; extra brownie points for Premiere Pro and After Effects)

YOU'RE OUR KIND OF PERSON IF YOU...

• t hot at what you doYour portfolio proves you don't settle for "good enough"- Give a sh
• t You care deeply about your craft and your team- Don't talk sh
• t You communicate clearly, honestly, and insight-led- Own your sh
• t You're accountable, growth-minded, and ego-free- Solve sh
• t You ask the right questions and turn briefs into powerful stories- Laugh loudly, think carefully, care deeply
• t about the stuff that really matters.

Show us the work you're incredibly proud of and tell us why you're a perfect fit for a team that gives a sh about the stuff that really matters.