Creative Manager

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Level-Up Full time
Highly competitive remuneration offered


Opportunity for an Energetic and highly organized Senior Creative with a wealth of experience to bring outstanding creative flair to our internal and external projects.

This role provides an opportunity for you to lead the overall design aesthetic of our growing brand.


We're seeking an individual with 5-10 years of industry experience in a mid to senior role, having at least 3 years of experience in a Lead Creative role.

This individual can think independently, work effectively in a team, and manage multiple projects seamlessly. Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive under pressure are essential.

The Senior Creative needs to be comfortable with execution of projects (design and amination elements) and strategizing.


If you're excited about bringing your skills and expertise to a growing brand, and leaving your mark, seize this chance to embark on a new and fulfilling challenge.


What will your responsibilities be:

_Creative Direction:
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Lead the overall creative direction for projects, aligning with brand goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency.

_Animation Expertise:
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Infuse creativity into diverse projects, including social media and internal communications.

_Collaboration and Communication:
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Actively participate in creative meetings, sharing animation & designs ideas.
Foster open communication with creative and marketing teams.

_Project Management:
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Demonstrate effective project management, overseeing multiple projects seamlessly.
Ensure project execution aligns with the creative vision and brand identity.

_Design Principles:
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Ensure design elements align with brand guidelines.

_Strategic Thinking:
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Generate creative strategies and campaign ideas.
Develop innovative creative solutions aligned with business objectives.

_Video Production Oversight:
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Play a key role in video production from pre-production planning to post-production.
Integrate animation & designs seamlessly into the broader video strategy.

_Leadership and Mentorship:
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Provide leadership and mentorship, fostering growth and collaboration.
Inspire team members to unleash their creative potential.

_Brand Representation:
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Serve as a brand ambassador, ensuring creative outputs align with brand identity.

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Continuous Learning:
_**Stay informed about industry trends and technologies, incorporating new ideas into the creative process.

What skills are we looking for:

  • Diploma/Degree in Design/Animation or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of working experience.
  • Proficient in leading design software, with a solid understanding of design, animation principles and the entire creative process, from concept to execution.
  • Portfolio showcasing your exceptional skillset.
  • Familiarity with video production, including preproduction for shooting and the entire postproduction workflow.


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