Art Director

Do you ever dream of ideating on SUPs, or mapping post-its on pine trees? Award-winning international branding and human engagement agency seeks fun, enthusiastic and adventurous Art Director to grow with us in Knysna, South Africa. We need a conceptual thinker with an appetite for stunning visual aesthetic to work as part of a senior art director/copywriter creative director team. The ideal candidate is highly passionate in creativity, crafting and creating compelling TTL comms, with an award-winning portfolio and approximately 7 years’ full service agency experience.

Art Director Job Responsibilities:

• Work alongside creative director (copywriter) in developing concepts strategically relevant to the target audience within the scope of the brand and creative brief/budget
• Execution ideas visually
• Attending shoots to direct third-party suppliers and ensure the creative and client vision is fulfilled
• Work closely with the team to develop top quality TTL, integrated promotional as well as advertising campaigns
• Craft concepts into original, relevant and impactful communications; follow through to the completion of the job while maintaining stringent attention to detail and adhering to project timelines
• Work proactively and regularly to create awesome

Art Director Job Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in visual communication/art theory (or similar) – ideal
• Minimum seven years’ experience as a through-the-line creative at reputable advertising agency(s)
• Conceptual ability with solid design skills and a portfolio that demonstrates this (ideally award-winning)
• Self-managed and able to manage campaigns
• Self-disciplined with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure in a close-knit team environment
• Mac proficiency (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)

Location: Knysna, South Africa

Remuneration: Negotiable

Apply for the Art Director Role: please submit your resume and portfolio along with a short covering letter as to why you are the ideal candidate to dean@mag.cr.