Job Description

Dentsu Creative Cape Town is on the lookout for a skilled and visionary Digital Art Director to join our team. The ideal candidate is a seasoned creative professional with a deep understanding of user-centered design, a sharp eye for detail, and a proven ability to craft visually compelling and vivid designs. Youxe2x80x99ll drive the end-to-end creative process, from conceptualization to final execution, ensuring every project aligns with client objectives and Dentsu's commitment to excellence.As a Digital Art Director, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor emerging talent, and champion bold, forward-thinking ideas. If youxe2x80x99re passionate about pushing creative boundaries in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, wexe2x80x99d love to connect with you.:Key responsibilities:Creative Conceptualization

• Develop innovative and engaging concepts for social media and digital campaigns that align with the brandxe2x80x99s voice, objectives, and audience.
• Collaborate with copywriters, strategists, and other creative team members to create cohesive campaign ideas.
• Stay updated on current trends in social media, digital design, and pop culture to keep ideas fresh and relevant.

Design & Execution

• Oversee the design and production of social media assets, including static posts, animated graphics, videos, and interactive content.
• Ensure all designs maintain consistency with brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries.
• Create storyboards, wireframes, and prototypes for new social content formats.
• Create digital interfaces and design elements (responsive websites, mobile, email campaigns and social media).
• Research and prepare material in support of new design concepts and create working

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor junior designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering their professional growth.
• Collaborate with other art directors and cross-functional teams, including copywriters, developers, and marketers to create cohesive campaign ideas

Strategic Planning

• Partner with social media strategists to develop campaigns that meet KPIs and client objectives.
• Analyze engagement metrics and user feedback to refine creative approaches and improve performance.

Client Interaction

• Present concepts, designs, and campaign ideas to clients, articulating the creative vision and strategic thinking behind them.
• Build strong relationships with clients by understanding their goals and delivering exceptional creative solutions.

Trend Analysis & Innovation

• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and platforms in the social media space.
• Experiment with new formats, styles, and tools to ensure content remains cutting-edge and competitive.

Project Management

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.
• Work closely with project managers to allocate resources and streamline workflows.

This role requires a balance of creativity, leadership, and strategic thinking to deliver compelling content that drives engagement and achieves results.Required skills:
xe2x97x8f University-level education in Graphic design or equivalent work experience.
xe2x97x8f At least 5 yearsxe2x80x99 experience working in a design studio or creative agency.
xe2x97x8f Previous involvement in the creation of desktop & mobile experiences.
xe2x97x8f Excellent Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop and Illustrator skills.
xe2x97x8f Ability to interpret and develop brand guidelines & design principles for online media.Advantageous:
xe2x97x8f Experience with Figma, Sketch and Invision applications
xe2x97x8f Video editing and motion graphics knowledge with Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro
xe2x97x8f Presentation design within Keynote and Powerpoint
xe2x97x8f Understanding of UI & UX best practices, taking a mobile-first approach.
xe2x97x8f Front-end web experience and strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3 and Wordpress
xe2x97x8f Good understanding of Responsive web design, Bootstrap and grid systemsLocation: SandtonBrand: Dentsu CreativeTime Type: Full timeContract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)

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