Creative Director

Job title : Creative Director Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : July 20, 2024 Quick Recommended Links

Job Descrtiption

• Position Overview : As the Creative Director, you will drive our most ambitious and innovative campaigns. You will lead a talented team of creatives, mentoring and inspiring them to produce award-winning work. You will work closely with clients, strategists, and other departments to ensure cohesive, effective, and aligned campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Mentorship:

• Lead, inspire, and mentor a diverse team of designers, copywriters, and art directors.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.

Creative Direction:

• Develop and execute integrated campaigns that meet client objectives and exceed expectations.
• Provide constructive feedback to ensure the highest quality of creative output.
• Stay updated on industry trends to enhance creative strategies.

Client Collaboration:

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their needs and objectives.
• Present creative concepts and campaign ideas, articulating the vision and strategy.
• Ensure all creative work aligns with the client’s brand identity and messaging.

Strategic Planning:

• Develop insightful creative briefs with strategists.
• Oversee the development of concepts from ideation to final execution across multiple channels.
• Ensure all work is strategically sound and aligns with campaign goals.

Project Management:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work.
• Collaborate with project managers to allocate resources effectively and meet deadlines.
• Oversee the production process to ensure the final product meets creative standards.

Award-Winning Excellence:

• Aim to create work that is effective and recognized by the industry.
• Support the submission of work to relevant awards and festivals.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Creative Director or similar role in an advertising agency.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a range of integrated advertising campaigns.
• Exceptional leadership and mentorship skills with a track record of developing creative talent.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to think strategically and translate client goals into compelling creative solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of current trends in advertising, design, and digital media.
• A few shiny awards are a bonus, demonstrating recognized creative excellence.

Job Start Date: 2024/09/04

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