ABOUT THIS ROLE
Are you a visionary creative with a passion for bold ideas, beautiful execution, and collaborative thinking?
Our client is looking for an experienced Art Director to join their team in Durban. In this full-time role, you’ll be responsible for conceptualising and art directing original, high-impact creative work across multiple platforms and brands. You’ll manage a creative team, drive the craft and production of standout campaigns, and collaborate closely with internal departments and client partners.
This is a key leadership position where your creative direction and vision will help shape the agency’s output, culture, and future.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
🔹 Creative
-Conceptualise and craft original, relevant, and usable creative work in response to briefs
-Ensure consistency, quality, and excellence in all visual output
-Present creative work clearly and professionally to internal teams and clients
-Lead the creative output of your team to maintain high craft standards across all projects
🔹 Client Service
-Work closely with account teams to understand client brands and ensure alignment
-Manage expectations and communication across departments to deliver effective work
-Facilitate collaboration between creative, production, planning, and strategy teams
-Build strong client relationships to support delivery of exceptional creative work
🔹 Business Management
-Anticipate and adapt to the changing needs of clients and the agency
-Accurately manage and record time across projects and creative deliverables
🔹 People & Culture
-Coach and mentor junior creatives to raise the standard of output across the team
-Actively participate in agency initiatives, workshops, and internal growth sessions
-Share learnings and feedback with creative leadership
-Develop and implement growth plans for yourself and your team
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
✅ Minimum 7 years’ experience in a creative or agency environment
✅ Exceptional conceptual and craft skills across ATL, digital, and integrated campaigns
✅ Strong communication and presentation skills
✅ Excellent relationship management with both clients and internal teams
✅ Ability to lead, motivate, and develop creative teams
✅ A passion for great ideas, brave thinking, and beautiful execution
✅ Knowledge of current design and digital trends
✅ Resilient, proactive, and highly collaborative in team environments
If you’re ready to bring your creative leadership to a high-performing agency environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now!