Senior Art Director

3 days ago


Durban, South Africa Lewyll Communications Full time

An opportunity not to be missed

**The agency**:
An agency that has not been driven by inflated egos. But rather by a collective team effort by those sharing a common vision of being a cut above the rest by producing the best in the business. Key to their success over the years has been not to rest on previous achievements - but always striving to be better than the best the industry has to offer. Be agile, and be prepared to adapt with the times in an ever changing brand landscape.
They stand head and shoulders above the majority of of players in the industry countrywide - a truly integrated agency who can deliver on multiple platforms.

Do you have what it takes to lead this agency's creative delivery to the next level?

You need to be a high-energy individual, passionate about ideas and effective communication that shifts the needle, have a basic understanding of South African languages and the numerous and humorous cultural nuances that resonate with South African consumers.
You need to be an effective problem-solver, communicate well and be able to build relationships with colleagues and clients. If you have 10 (ten) plus years’ experience at a senior level in a truly fully integrated ad agency, produce great work and are looking to grow your skills and that of your peers, your brands and your agency, this is the place for you.

**Responsibilities**:
Conceptualise and execute award-winning creative ideas - whilst leading and mentoring a team of seven plus creatives
Rollout of campaigns across all touch points of the digital eco-system
Knowledge of best practice for different communication channels (TTL, social, digital, video, print)
Take ownership of brand/s CI and evolve visual identity where necessary.
Interact with other agency teams/ divisions to develop creative concepts
Art direct and oversee photo shoots
Responsible for seeing the idea through the creative process to final sign off
Work to brief and show understanding and relevance to the target market
Manage and art direct designers, animators, copywriters and other specialist creators who may be sub-contracted as required
Work closely with and report directly to EXCO yourself in the medium term - with a view to reaching the pinnacle within the agency in the longer term

**Required**:
Relevant tertiary qualification
Ten years' experience as an art director in an accredited TTL agency - of which at least five years leading an agency creative team
A conceptual approach to communications
An understanding of communication brand strategies and how to translate into effective advertising
A work ethic that will motivate your team to reach levels of excellence they have not yet achieved during their respective creative journeys


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