Art Director at OLIVER Agency

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Advertising, Marketing, Digital MediaIndustries

Requirements

Tertiary qualification in Art Direction/Graphic Design
At least 4 years’ experience working as an Art Director with 1 year being in a mid-level role within an advertising agency
Strong portfolio that demonstrates a range of conceptual work from ATL to Digital (awards/finalists a must)
Excellent conceptual and design skills
Proficient in MS Office (i.e. Word/PowerPoint etc.)
Knowledge of and experience in Adobe Creative Suite applications
Strong communication & presentation skills
Strong multi-tasking skills (ability to work on more than one brief at any given time)
Team player with the ability to work independently
Ability to work well in a highly pressurized, fast-paced environment
Curious, imaginative creative mind with a passion for everything advertising related
Meticulous with attention to detail
Proactive - a “can do” attitude and willing to go the extra mile
Accountable
Solution and deadline driven
Skilled in design and conceptualisation
Maintain exceptionally high standards for execution and attention to detail
Collaborate and communicate well with the team and other departments
Eternally positive disposition especially when the going gets rough

Responsibilities

Working in a team under the leadership of a Group Head and ECD to conceptualise and execute campaigns based on both client and internal briefs
Present work imaginatively and confidently to clients and senior creatives
Concept Development: Collaborate with copywriters and creative teams to generate and execute bold, innovative ideas for digital campaigns across various platforms (social media, web, mobile, and more)
Design Excellence: Deliver visually compelling creative that aligns with client objectives, brand guidelines, and user experience best practices
Team Collaboration: Work closely with designers, strategists, and developers to ensure cohesive storytelling and seamless execution of creative ideas
Client Engagement: Present concepts and creative work to clients confidently, articulating your vision and rationale clearly
Trend Analysis: Stay ahead of emerging digital and design trends, incorporating fresh, cutting-edge ideas into your work
Mentorship: Guide junior creatives, providing constructive feedback and nurturing talent within the team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Art DirectionConcept DevelopmentGraphic DesignDigital CampaignsSocial Media DesignWeb DesignMobile DesignBrand GuidelinesUser ExperienceTrend AnalysisClient PresentationTeam Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or onsite?

The role is onsite in Durban, South Africa.

What experience is required for the Art Director position?

Candidates need at least 4 years’ experience as an Art Director, including 1 year in a mid-level role within an advertising agency, plus a strong portfolio showing conceptual work from ATL to Digital with awards or finalists.

What key skills are needed for this role?

Required skills include excellent conceptual and design skills, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office, strong communication and presentation skills, and strong multi-tasking abilities.

What is the team environment like at OLIVER Agency?

The role involves working in a team under the leadership of a Group Head and ECD, collaborating with copywriters, designers, strategists, developers, and junior creatives in a highly pressurized, fast-paced environment, while maintaining a positive disposition.

What makes a strong candidate for this Art Director role?

A strong candidate has a tertiary qualification in Art Direction/Graphic Design, a standout portfolio with awards, the ability to thrive independently and as a team player in fast-paced settings, and a curious, imaginative mindset with meticulous attention to detail.

OLIVER Agency

Creates customized in-house marketing agencies

About OLIVER Agency

OLIVER specializes in creating and managing customized in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands, achieving an average of 30% savings on marketing spend. They leverage the Oliver Marketing Gateway technology and collaborate with The Brandtech Group to integrate external capabilities into clients' operations.

151 Rosebery Ave, London EC1R 4AB, UKHeadquarters

2004Year Founded

M_AND_ACompany Stage

ConsultingIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees