Visionary Art Director & Creative Group Lead

Ogilvy South Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogilvy South Africa in Cape Town seeks an experienced Senior Art Director/Creative Group Head Art to lead the visual identity for flagship alcohol brands. You'll partner with a Copywriter Group Head and work with strategy, accounts, and production to deliver campaigns that resonate and drive growth.

The role demands bold ideas, world-class craft, mentoring of junior staff, and strong presentation skills to senior clients.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in art direction at a leading creative agency.
• Proven track record of integrated campaigns (alcohol/retail/lifestyle advantageous).
• Strong portfolio showing craft, originality, and versatility.
• Excellent presentation and client-facing communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the art direction and visual identity for the brand across ATL, digital, social, experiential, and shopper platforms.
• Oversee the creative process from concept to execution, ensuring high-quality craft and consistency.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop junior and mid-level art directors and designers within the team.
• Collaborate with strategy and account teams to ensure creative solutions are insight-led and client-focused.

Skills

Art Direction

Leadership/People Management

Client-facing presenting

Campaign development

Brand storytelling

Job description

Ogilvy South Africa in Cape Town seeks an experienced Senior Art Director/Creative Group Head Art to lead the visual identity for flagship alcohol brands. You'll partner with a Copywriter Group Head and work with strategy, accounts, and production to deliver campaigns that resonate and drive growth.

The role demands bold ideas, world-class craft, mentoring of junior staff, and strong presentation skills to senior clients.