Freelance Digital Creative Director Months ideally starting May Hybrid JHB based

We are focused on creating impactful relationships by design between our clients and their customers. We are on a mission to redefine the boundaries of creativity and technology. Our team is at the forefront of crafting innovative digital experiences that captivate engage and convert. Were looking for a visionary Digital Creative Director who is as passionate about the art of storytelling as they are about the science of CRM and digital technologies.

We are looking for a:

Digital Creative Director

As our Creative Director you will lead our creative team (Art Direction Copy Concept and Design) driving the fusion of art and technology to deliver groundbreaking campaigns. Your expertise in CRM coupled with a solid background in either Art Direction or Copywriting will be pivotal in crafting personalized impactful user experiences across all digital platforms.

Responsibilities:

1. Leadership: Lead the creative digital team to develop cuttingedge campaigns that blend creative technology and CRM strategies for impactful user experiences across digital channels.

2. Creative Vision and Brand Cohesion: Uphold a unified creative vision across all digital touchpoints ensuring content is consistent with the brand identity and resonates with the target audience.

3. Crossfunctional Collaboration: Work closely with strategy tech and data teams to integrate CRM insights into personalized content creation and campaign optimization enhancing engagement and conversion.

4. Culture of Creativity and Continuous Learning: Cultivate an environment that encourages creativity experimentation and ongoing professional development among team members.

5. Storytelling and Visualization: Craft compelling narratives and visual representations to communicate effectively and present concepts to both internal teams and clients.

6. Research and Innovation: Stay at the forefront of creative technology advancements conducting research and exploring new tools platforms and techniques to enhance the teams capabilities.

7. Project Collaboration: Collaborate closely with designers developers data planners strategists and other team members to ensure seamless integration of ideas technologies and artistic elements.

8. Client Interaction: Engage in client interactions actively seeking their input and feedback while effectively communicating complex creative technology concepts in a clear and relatable manner.

9. Endtoend Creative Process Oversight: Oversee the entire creative process ensuring projects meet the highest standards of quality are delivered on time and within budget while achieving or surpassing performance goals.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Creative Director or in a similar creative leadership role with a portfolio that demonstrates a passion for merging creative with technology.

Strong background in Art Direction Design or Copywriting with a deep understanding of digital marketing landscapes and CRM strategies.

Expertise in UI/UX principles creative technology and coding basics to guide and critique digital projects.

Exceptional leadership and communication skills capable of nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite CRM software and familiarity with web development languages (HTML CSS JavaScript).

A strategic thinker with the ability to translate marketing objectives into clear creative strategies.

Bachelor s degree in Design Advertising Marketing Communications or a related field.

Software Requirements

The ideal candidate would have the following software experience:

Adobe CC

Ai Tools

MS Office

iWork

Coding experience is a plus

Animation experience is a plus

Offer

Local and Global client portfolio

Career conversations and growth opportunities

Hybrid Work

Benefits

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Creative Director or in a similar creative leadership role with a portfolio that demonstrates a passion for merging creative with technology.

Strong background in Art Direction or Copywriting with a deep understanding of digital marketing landscapes and CRM strategies.

Exceptional leadership and communication skills capable of nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with web development.

A strategic thinker with the ability to translate marketing objectives into clear creative strategies.

Bachelor s degree in Design Advertising Marketing Communications or a related field.

Software Requirements

The ideal candidate would have the following software experience:

Adobe CC

Ai Tools

MS Office

iWork

Coding experience is a plus

Animation experience is a plus

Other Requirement

Hybrid Work (3:2)

Proven experience as a Creative Director or in a similar creative leadership role, with a portfolio that demonstrates a passion for merging creative with technology. Strong background in Art Direction, Design, or Copywriting, with a deep understanding of digital marketing landscapes and CRM strategies. Expertise in UI/UX principles, creative technology, and coding basics to guide and critique digital projects. Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, CRM software, and familiarity with web development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). A strategic thinker with the ability to translate marketing objectives into clear creative strategies. Bachelor s degree in Design, Advertising, Marketing, Communications, or a related field. Software Requirements The ideal candidate would have the following software experience: Adobe CC Ai Tools MS Office iWork Coding experience is a plus Animation experience is a plus Offer Local and Global client portfolio Career conversations and growth opportunities Hybrid Work