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Overview

Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP Hogarth partners with one in every two of the worlds top 100 brands including Coca-Cola Ford Rolex Nestl Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant engaging and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7500 craft and technology experts brings together creative production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of todays content experience.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people planet clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries with corporate headquarters in New York London and Singapore. WPP is a world leader in marketing services with deep AI data and technology capabilities global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global people are the key to our success. Were committed to fostering a culture of creativity belonging and continuous learning attracting and developing the brightest talent and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

A Hybrid working model

We believe the best work happens when were together fostering creativity collaboration and connection. Thats why weve adopted a hybrid approach with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

The Executive Producer at Hogarth is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing a portfolio of complex high-value production projects and managing key client relationships. Production Lead on Creative. You will be a strategic partner to clients and internal teams ensuring the delivery of world-class content that aligns with brand objectives budget and timelines. This role requires a seasoned production expert with exceptional leadership client management and problem-solving skills capable of driving innovation and operational excellence across a diverse range of media. You will be a hands-on Production Lead on Adaptation & Versioning work for EMEA markets. Working across assets for multiple platforms TV Cinema Online Social & DOOH. You will work directly with Hogarth AMs local UK agencies and UK clients.

Requirements

• Oversee the strategic direction and execution of a portfolio of major accounts or complex projects ensuring alignment with client goals and Hogarths business objectives.
• Develop and implement innovative production strategies and workflows to optimize efficiency quality and cost-effectiveness at scale.
• Anticipate future production needs and trends advising clients and internal teams on best practices and emerging technologies.
• Make staffing decisions within the team; organizing workloads arranging the client share covering holiday / sick leave

• Serve as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor for key clients fostering strong long-term relationships.
• POC for direct client work responsible for creation of financial job numbers and billing.
• Onboarding of new clients / accounts making sure they follow correct procedures
• Proactively identify opportunities for growth and expansion of services within existing accounts.
• Manage complex client expectations and navigate challenging situations with diplomacy and effective solutions.

• Lead mentor and inspire a team of Producers (Senior Mid-Level Junior) fostering a culture of excellence collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to your team on complex projects problem-solving and career development.
• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to the professional growth of your direct reports.

• Responsible for the financial health of your assigned accounts / projects including forecasting budgeting and profitability.
• Oversee the development of large-scale project estimates and ensure rigorous cost control.
• Drive operational efficiencies and process improvements across your production portfolio.
• Collaborate with resource management to ensure optimal allocation of talent and technology.

• Proactively identify and mitigate high-level risks associated with complex productions legal considerations and client relationships.
• Act as the ultimate escalation point for production challenges providing decisive and effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards legal requirements and brand guidelines.

• Maintain an unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality content upholding Hogarths reputation for excellence.
• Champion innovation in production techniques technology and creative solutions.
• Stay abreast of industry trends competitor activities and new production capabilities.

• Hands on - No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project big or small gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. Its how we deliver real results without cutting corners.
• Honesty - We are real and authentic with each other and in our work. Honest direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate grow and make meaningful things together. Its not always easy but its always worth it.
• Heart & Soul - We bring heart to everything we make. Passion pride and relentless drive push us beyond good enough because we care deeply about our craft and were always chasing better. We love what we do and it shows.
• Happy Family - Creating a space where everyone feels valued even when opinions differ makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences celebrate our wins together and never lose our sense of humor.
• Hungry - Curiosity keeps us hungry. We question experiment and always seek out whats next. We never settle and we never stop learning.
• Inclusion and Impact - WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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Key Skills

Mac Os, Growing Experience, Communication skills, Content Management Systems, GM Vehicles, Production Design, Basecamp, Events Management, Journalism, Adobe Premiere, Leadership Experience, Writing Skills

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Overview

Wanted: Freelance TTL Creative Director | Start ASAP - duration to be confirmed | R87 000 pm

We’re looking for a candidate who embraces modern marketing principles and is a true self-starter. Someone who challenges the norm and lives our philosophy of divine discontent — never stop chasing brilliance.

We are seeking a Creative Director with 10+ years’ experience .

The successful candidate will be a leading light for both clients and colleagues: an inspirational leader, a visionary, and a tenacious salesperson with the ambition to match.

• Lead client brainstorms & workshops to define KPIs, strategy, and ways of working
• Drive integration, with a strong focus on digital platforms
• Scope, plan, and manage the creative process
• Manage & mentor creative teams
• Collaborate with other disciplines (Strategy, Development, Media, Accounts, etc.) for seamless integration
• Champion innovation across all projects
• Play an active role in campaign planning and real-time optimisation
• Contribute to new business pitches
• Define creative direction for campaigns
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously
• Generate, present, and sell ideas to clients and teams
• Mock up and execute creative concepts across multiple channels
• Consistently deliver against campaign requirements
• Lead brainstorms and conceptualisation sessions
• Oversee the craft — whether writing, design, or execution
• Compile and present client-facing presentations
• Stay on top of industry trends and demonstrate thought leadership

• A highly conceptual thinker (must demonstrate with at least 5 projects)
• Exceptional strategic thinking (provide 3 examples)
• Proven experience leading TTL and digital campaigns (minimum 4 examples)
• Strong understanding of digital platforms
• Ability to use multimedia programmes (editing, recording, etc.)
• Track record of winning international and local awards (Cannes, One Show, Loeries, Clios, Bookmarks, etc.)
• At least 1 international and 1 local gold award
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills
• Examples of conflict resolution in past roles
• In-depth knowledge of existing and emerging technologies and platforms
• Strong grasp of best practice interaction and visual design principles

• Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days in-office / 2 remote one week, and 4 days in-office / 1 remote the next (alternating weekly).

• Photoshop
• Illustrator (advantageous)
• After Effects (advantageous)
• Keynote / PowerPoint
• Google Web Designer & DV360 (advantageous)
• Facebook Creative Hub (advantageous)
• 3D Animation & Production (advantageous)

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting . Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions , talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: GenAI Creative Director

Location: Remote working until further notice

About the role:

In a highly competitive and saturated marketplace creating visually stunning, impactful,and effective creative work is essential. To help us deliver this we are looking for a strong, inspirational CreativeDirectorrenownedfor their work across this category – to join us on our journey.

The Creative Director will effectively and efficiently oversee and direct conceptual and designprojects, andwillultimatelyberesponsible forthe quality of ideas and the end-to-end design execution of jobs, from brief through to implementation and delivery. The Creative Director will have responsibility for overseeing multiple simultaneous live projects.

We are looking for a multi-skilled creative that will direct, inspire,leadand support all levels of design and creative talent across the account, defining and advancing a positive and highly productive design culture for OLIVER+

Whatyou'llbe doing:

Culture of excellence

• To motivate and influence the creative team to constantly strive for excellence in performance.
• To proactively monitor the quality of design projects being produced and submitted by leading internal review sessions and seeking feedback from both internal and external stakeholders.
• To oversee and manage the timely delivery of all jobs / projects going through the studio, always taking into consideration the clients’ requirements and expectations.
• To investigate, propose and implement innovative ways of delivering design services to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• To actively oversee and manage team meetings, forward schedulingmeetingsand work review meetings.
• To manage, oversee and coordinate the sharing of knowledge and the facilitation of learning within the team and all other employees to improve business practices, refine processes,aidand promote the development of creative ideas and introduce new services.
• To organise monthly work / successes / learnings / presentations to the wider SMT team to showcase work from the studio/ team managed.

Business Development

• Attend client meetings, present work, discuss needs and identify opportunities.
• To assign creative leads and develop accounts and teams.
• Keep abreast of and drive global creativetrends

Workflow

• To work actively with the workflow / studio manager in coordinating the effective allocation of design talent,facilitatinginformation from colleagues, business managers and staff. To provide effective support to meet client demands and to cover flexible working,holidayand sick leave requirements in the most economical manner.

Brand Guardianship

• To act as brand guardian to ensure all design collateral produced by the design team is faithful to the client’s brand guidelines.

Customer Centricity

• To work actively with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the highest level of client service from all team members.

People Management & Development

• To manage, train and mentor staff and oversee their professional development, offering knowledge, motivation,supportand experience asrequired, including but not limited to their creative and technical skill, to increase productivity, staff retention and enhanced staff morale.
• With theassistanceof Account Lead, ensure all staff members accurately record timesheets.

Requiredexperience

• As the senior design practitioner within the Creative team, the Creative Director will combine first-class designexpertise, creativity and thought leadership with commercial acumen and leadership gravitas.

What You'll Need:

• Be hands-on with a strong focus on digital.
• Be experienced in directing complex, commercial, design projects involving senior stakeholders and interdisciplinary creative teams with strong experience across multiple industries.
• Be highly creative with the ability to generate ideas and practically contribute to design details, importantly demonstrating exceptional pure graphic design and typography skills.
• Have deep technical design skills in one or more discipline, e.g. Content Creation, Design for Digital, Brand Immersion, Events, Design for Print, User Experience, etc.
• Have a proven ability to communicate and liaise with all levels in the business.
• Have a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including outside the design team.
• Have a proven ability to effectively manage creative teams.
• Have Director level written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Be proficient in Adobe CC, Microsoft Office and other related software.
• Be a driven, proactive, helpful, and enthusiastic team player.
• Mentor, develop and/or line manage theteam

Good to have:

• Experience on beauty brands.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,showcasinga curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.
  

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

Req: 13887

#LI-SJ1

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

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Do you have experience directing complex, commercial design projects involving senior stakeholders? * Select.

Have you acted as a brand guardian and ensured design collateral adheres to a client’s brand guidelines? * Select.

Do you have working experience with any Generative AI software? If yes, which ones? *

Have you been referred by an Employee of OLIVER+? If "yes", please share their name so we can send them a "Thank You" note ! *

Should you be shortlisted for this role, please indicate if you require any reasonable accommodations or assistance during the interview process. *

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting . Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions , talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: GenAI Creative Director

Location: Remote working until further notice

About the role:

In a highly competitive and saturated marketplace creating visually stunning, impactful,and effective creative work is essential. To help us deliver this we are looking for a strong, inspirational CreativeDirectorrenownedfor their work across this category – to join us on our journey.

The Creative Director will effectively and efficiently oversee and direct conceptual and designprojects, andwillultimatelyberesponsible forthe quality of ideas and the end-to-end design execution of jobs, from brief through to implementation and delivery. The Creative Director will have responsibility for overseeing multiple simultaneous live projects.

We are looking for a multi-skilled creative that will direct, inspire,leadand support all levels of design and creative talent across the account, defining and advancing a positive and highly productive design culture for OLIVER+

Whatyou'llbe doing:

Culture of excellence

• To motivate and influence the creative team to constantly strive for excellence in performance.
• To proactively monitor the quality of design projects being produced and submitted by leading internal review sessions and seeking feedback from both internal and external stakeholders.
• To oversee and manage the timely delivery of all jobs / projects going through the studio, always taking into consideration the clients’ requirements and expectations.
• To investigate, propose and implement innovative ways of delivering design services to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• To actively oversee and manage team meetings, forward schedulingmeetingsand work review meetings.
• To manage, oversee and coordinate the sharing of knowledge and the facilitation of learning within the team and all other employees to improve business practices, refine processes,aidand promote the development of creative ideas and introduce new services.
• To organise monthly work / successes / learnings / presentations to the wider SMT team to showcase work from the studio/ team managed.

Business Development

• Attend client meetings, present work, discuss needs and identify opportunities.
• To assign creative leads and develop accounts and teams.
• Keep abreast of and drive global creativetrends

Workflow

• To work actively with the workflow / studio manager in coordinating the effective allocation of design talent,facilitatinginformation from colleagues, business managers and staff. To provide effective support to meet client demands and to cover flexible working,holidayand sick leave requirements in the most economical manner.

Brand Guardianship

• To act as brand guardian to ensure all design collateral produced by the design team is faithful to the client’s brand guidelines.

Customer Centricity

• To work actively with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the highest level of client service from all team members.

People Management & Development

• To manage, train and mentor staff and oversee their professional development, offering knowledge, motivation,supportand experience asrequired, including but not limited to their creative and technical skill, to increase productivity, staff retention and enhanced staff morale.
• With theassistanceof Account Lead, ensure all staff members accurately record timesheets.

Requiredexperience

• As the senior design practitioner within the Creative team, the Creative Director will combine first-class designexpertise, creativity and thought leadership with commercial acumen and leadership gravitas.

What You'll Need:

• Be hands-on with a strong focus on digital.
• Be experienced in directing complex, commercial, design projects involving senior stakeholders and interdisciplinary creative teams with strong experience across multiple industries.
• Be highly creative with the ability to generate ideas and practically contribute to design details, importantly demonstrating exceptional pure graphic design and typography skills.
• Have deep technical design skills in one or more discipline, e.g. Content Creation, Design for Digital, Brand Immersion, Events, Design for Print, User Experience, etc.
• Have a proven ability to communicate and liaise with all levels in the business.
• Have a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including outside the design team.
• Have a proven ability to effectively manage creative teams.
• Have Director level written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Be proficient in Adobe CC, Microsoft Office and other related software.
• Be a driven, proactive, helpful, and enthusiastic team player.
• Mentor, develop and/or line manage theteam

Good to have:

• Experience on beauty brands.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,showcasinga curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.
  

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

Req: 13887

#LI-SJ1

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

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First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone

Resume/CV

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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

LinkedIn Profile *

Portfolio / Website Link (Top Tip: Ensure that your portfolio is current with your recent jobs and your AI work) *

Current CTC salary per month? *

Current Location *

What is your availability (notice period)? *

For our EE Reporting please confirm your race. e.g Black, Coloured, White? *

Have you completed a minimum of a High School Certification/Matric? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Creative Director? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 5 years in a Creative/Ad Agency set up? * Select.

Do you have experience directing complex, commercial design projects involving senior stakeholders? * Select.

Have you acted as a brand guardian and ensured design collateral adheres to a client’s brand guidelines? * Select.

Do you have working experience with any Generative AI software? If yes, which ones? *

Have you been referred by an Employee of OLIVER+? If "yes", please share their name so we can send them a "Thank You" note ! *

Should you be shortlisted for this role, please indicate if you require any reasonable accommodations or assistance during the interview process. *

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting . Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions , talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: GenAI Creative Director

Location: Remote working until further notice

About the role:

In a highly competitive and saturated marketplace creating visually stunning, impactful,and effective creative work is essential. To help us deliver this we are looking for a strong, inspirational CreativeDirectorrenownedfor their work across this category – to join us on our journey.

The Creative Director will effectively and efficiently oversee and direct conceptual and designprojects, andwillultimatelyberesponsible forthe quality of ideas and the end-to-end design execution of jobs, from brief through to implementation and delivery. The Creative Director will have responsibility for overseeing multiple simultaneous live projects.

We are looking for a multi-skilled creative that will direct, inspire,leadand support all levels of design and creative talent across the account, defining and advancing a positive and highly productive design culture for OLIVER+

Whatyou'llbe doing:

Culture of excellence

• To motivate and influence the creative team to constantly strive for excellence in performance.
• To proactively monitor the quality of design projects being produced and submitted by leading internal review sessions and seeking feedback from both internal and external stakeholders.
• To oversee and manage the timely delivery of all jobs / projects going through the studio, always taking into consideration the clients’ requirements and expectations.
• To investigate, propose and implement innovative ways of delivering design services to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• To actively oversee and manage team meetings, forward schedulingmeetingsand work review meetings.
• To manage, oversee and coordinate the sharing of knowledge and the facilitation of learning within the team and all other employees to improve business practices, refine processes,aidand promote the development of creative ideas and introduce new services.
• To organise monthly work / successes / learnings / presentations to the wider SMT team to showcase work from the studio/ team managed.

Business Development

• Attend client meetings, present work, discuss needs and identify opportunities.
• To assign creative leads and develop accounts and teams.
• Keep abreast of and drive global creativetrends

Workflow

• To work actively with the workflow / studio manager in coordinating the effective allocation of design talent,facilitatinginformation from colleagues, business managers and staff. To provide effective support to meet client demands and to cover flexible working,holidayand sick leave requirements in the most economical manner.

Brand Guardianship

• To act as brand guardian to ensure all design collateral produced by the design team is faithful to the client’s brand guidelines.

Customer Centricity

• To work actively with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the highest level of client service from all team members.

People Management & Development

• To manage, train and mentor staff and oversee their professional development, offering knowledge, motivation,supportand experience asrequired, including but not limited to their creative and technical skill, to increase productivity, staff retention and enhanced staff morale.
• With theassistanceof Account Lead, ensure all staff members accurately record timesheets.

Requiredexperience

• As the senior design practitioner within the Creative team, the Creative Director will combine first-class designexpertise, creativity and thought leadership with commercial acumen and leadership gravitas.

What You'll Need:

• Be hands-on with a strong focus on digital.
• Be experienced in directing complex, commercial, design projects involving senior stakeholders and interdisciplinary creative teams with strong experience across multiple industries.
• Be highly creative with the ability to generate ideas and practically contribute to design details, importantly demonstrating exceptional pure graphic design and typography skills.
• Have deep technical design skills in one or more discipline, e.g. Content Creation, Design for Digital, Brand Immersion, Events, Design for Print, User Experience, etc.
• Have a proven ability to communicate and liaise with all levels in the business.
• Have a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including outside the design team.
• Have a proven ability to effectively manage creative teams.
• Have Director level written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Be proficient in Adobe CC, Microsoft Office and other related software.
• Be a driven, proactive, helpful, and enthusiastic team player.
• Mentor, develop and/or line manage theteam

Good to have:

• Experience on beauty brands.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,showcasinga curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.
  

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

Req: 13887

#LI-SJ1

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

*

indicates a required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone

Resume/CV

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

LinkedIn Profile *

Portfolio / Website Link (Top Tip: Ensure that your portfolio is current with your recent jobs and your AI work) *

Current CTC salary per month? *

Current Location *

What is your availability (notice period)? *

For our EE Reporting please confirm your race. e.g Black, Coloured, White? *

Have you completed a minimum of a High School Certification/Matric? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Creative Director? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 5 years in a Creative/Ad Agency set up? * Select.

Do you have experience directing complex, commercial design projects involving senior stakeholders? * Select.

Have you acted as a brand guardian and ensured design collateral adheres to a client’s brand guidelines? * Select.

Do you have working experience with any Generative AI software? If yes, which ones? *

Have you been referred by an Employee of OLIVER+? If "yes", please share their name so we can send them a "Thank You" note ! *

Should you be shortlisted for this role, please indicate if you require any reasonable accommodations or assistance during the interview process. *

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting . Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions , talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: GenAI Creative Director

Location: Remote working until further notice

About the role:

In a highly competitive and saturated marketplace creating visually stunning, impactful,and effective creative work is essential. To help us deliver this we are looking for a strong, inspirational CreativeDirectorrenownedfor their work across this category – to join us on our journey.

The Creative Director will effectively and efficiently oversee and direct conceptual and designprojects, andwillultimatelyberesponsible forthe quality of ideas and the end-to-end design execution of jobs, from brief through to implementation and delivery. The Creative Director will have responsibility for overseeing multiple simultaneous live projects.

We are looking for a multi-skilled creative that will direct, inspire,leadand support all levels of design and creative talent across the account, defining and advancing a positive and highly productive design culture for OLIVER+

Whatyou'llbe doing:

Culture of excellence

• To motivate and influence the creative team to constantly strive for excellence in performance.
• To proactively monitor the quality of design projects being produced and submitted by leading internal review sessions and seeking feedback from both internal and external stakeholders.
• To oversee and manage the timely delivery of all jobs / projects going through the studio, always taking into consideration the clients’ requirements and expectations.
• To investigate, propose and implement innovative ways of delivering design services to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• To actively oversee and manage team meetings, forward schedulingmeetingsand work review meetings.
• To manage, oversee and coordinate the sharing of knowledge and the facilitation of learning within the team and all other employees to improve business practices, refine processes,aidand promote the development of creative ideas and introduce new services.
• To organise monthly work / successes / learnings / presentations to the wider SMT team to showcase work from the studio/ team managed.

Business Development

• Attend client meetings, present work, discuss needs and identify opportunities.
• To assign creative leads and develop accounts and teams.
• Keep abreast of and drive global creativetrends

Workflow

• To work actively with the workflow / studio manager in coordinating the effective allocation of design talent,facilitatinginformation from colleagues, business managers and staff. To provide effective support to meet client demands and to cover flexible working,holidayand sick leave requirements in the most economical manner.

Brand Guardianship

• To act as brand guardian to ensure all design collateral produced by the design team is faithful to the client’s brand guidelines.

Customer Centricity

• To work actively with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the highest level of client service from all team members.

People Management & Development

• To manage, train and mentor staff and oversee their professional development, offering knowledge, motivation,supportand experience asrequired, including but not limited to their creative and technical skill, to increase productivity, staff retention and enhanced staff morale.
• With theassistanceof Account Lead, ensure all staff members accurately record timesheets.

Requiredexperience

• As the senior design practitioner within the Creative team, the Creative Director will combine first-class designexpertise, creativity and thought leadership with commercial acumen and leadership gravitas.

What You'll Need:

• Be hands-on with a strong focus on digital.
• Be experienced in directing complex, commercial, design projects involving senior stakeholders and interdisciplinary creative teams with strong experience across multiple industries.
• Be highly creative with the ability to generate ideas and practically contribute to design details, importantly demonstrating exceptional pure graphic design and typography skills.
• Have deep technical design skills in one or more discipline, e.g. Content Creation, Design for Digital, Brand Immersion, Events, Design for Print, User Experience, etc.
• Have a proven ability to communicate and liaise with all levels in the business.
• Have a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including outside the design team.
• Have a proven ability to effectively manage creative teams.
• Have Director level written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Be proficient in Adobe CC, Microsoft Office and other related software.
• Be a driven, proactive, helpful, and enthusiastic team player.
• Mentor, develop and/or line manage theteam

Good to have:

• Experience on beauty brands.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,showcasinga curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.
  

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

Req: 13887

#LI-SJ1

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

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Do you have a minimum of 5 years in a Creative/Ad Agency set up? * Select.

Do you have experience directing complex, commercial design projects involving senior stakeholders? * Select.

Have you acted as a brand guardian and ensured design collateral adheres to a client’s brand guidelines? * Select.

Do you have working experience with any Generative AI software? If yes, which ones? *

Have you been referred by an Employee of OLIVER+? If "yes", please share their name so we can send them a "Thank You" note ! *

Should you be shortlisted for this role, please indicate if you require any reasonable accommodations or assistance during the interview process. *

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting . Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions , talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: GenAI Creative Director

Location: Remote working until further notice

About the role:

In a highly competitive and saturated marketplace creating visually stunning, impactful,and effective creative work is essential. To help us deliver this we are looking for a strong, inspirational CreativeDirectorrenownedfor their work across this category – to join us on our journey.

The Creative Director will effectively and efficiently oversee and direct conceptual and designprojects, andwillultimatelyberesponsible forthe quality of ideas and the end-to-end design execution of jobs, from brief through to implementation and delivery. The Creative Director will have responsibility for overseeing multiple simultaneous live projects.

We are looking for a multi-skilled creative that will direct, inspire,leadand support all levels of design and creative talent across the account, defining and advancing a positive and highly productive design culture for OLIVER+

Whatyou'llbe doing:

Culture of excellence

• To motivate and influence the creative team to constantly strive for excellence in performance.
• To proactively monitor the quality of design projects being produced and submitted by leading internal review sessions and seeking feedback from both internal and external stakeholders.
• To oversee and manage the timely delivery of all jobs / projects going through the studio, always taking into consideration the clients’ requirements and expectations.
• To investigate, propose and implement innovative ways of delivering design services to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• To actively oversee and manage team meetings, forward schedulingmeetingsand work review meetings.
• To manage, oversee and coordinate the sharing of knowledge and the facilitation of learning within the team and all other employees to improve business practices, refine processes,aidand promote the development of creative ideas and introduce new services.
• To organise monthly work / successes / learnings / presentations to the wider SMT team to showcase work from the studio/ team managed.

Business Development

• Attend client meetings, present work, discuss needs and identify opportunities.
• To assign creative leads and develop accounts and teams.
• Keep abreast of and drive global creativetrends

Workflow

• To work actively with the workflow / studio manager in coordinating the effective allocation of design talent,facilitatinginformation from colleagues, business managers and staff. To provide effective support to meet client demands and to cover flexible working,holidayand sick leave requirements in the most economical manner.

Brand Guardianship

• To act as brand guardian to ensure all design collateral produced by the design team is faithful to the client’s brand guidelines.

Customer Centricity

• To work actively with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the highest level of client service from all team members.

People Management & Development

• To manage, train and mentor staff and oversee their professional development, offering knowledge, motivation,supportand experience asrequired, including but not limited to their creative and technical skill, to increase productivity, staff retention and enhanced staff morale.
• With theassistanceof Account Lead, ensure all staff members accurately record timesheets.

Requiredexperience

• As the senior design practitioner within the Creative team, the Creative Director will combine first-class designexpertise, creativity and thought leadership with commercial acumen and leadership gravitas.

What You'll Need:

• Be hands-on with a strong focus on digital.
• Be experienced in directing complex, commercial, design projects involving senior stakeholders and interdisciplinary creative teams with strong experience across multiple industries.
• Be highly creative with the ability to generate ideas and practically contribute to design details, importantly demonstrating exceptional pure graphic design and typography skills.
• Have deep technical design skills in one or more discipline, e.g. Content Creation, Design for Digital, Brand Immersion, Events, Design for Print, User Experience, etc.
• Have a proven ability to communicate and liaise with all levels in the business.
• Have a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including outside the design team.
• Have a proven ability to effectively manage creative teams.
• Have Director level written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Be proficient in Adobe CC, Microsoft Office and other related software.
• Be a driven, proactive, helpful, and enthusiastic team player.
• Mentor, develop and/or line manage theteam

Good to have:

• Experience on beauty brands.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,showcasinga curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.
  

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

Req: 13887

#LI-SJ1

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

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First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

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Resume/CV

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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

LinkedIn Profile *

Portfolio / Website Link (Top Tip: Ensure that your portfolio is current with your recent jobs and your AI work) *

Current CTC salary per month? *

Current Location *

What is your availability (notice period)? *

For our EE Reporting please confirm your race. e.g Black, Coloured, White? *

Have you completed a minimum of a High School Certification/Matric? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Creative Director? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 5 years in a Creative/Ad Agency set up? * Select.

Do you have experience directing complex, commercial design projects involving senior stakeholders? * Select.

Have you acted as a brand guardian and ensured design collateral adheres to a client’s brand guidelines? * Select.

Do you have working experience with any Generative AI software? If yes, which ones? *

Have you been referred by an Employee of OLIVER+? If "yes", please share their name so we can send them a "Thank You" note ! *

Should you be shortlisted for this role, please indicate if you require any reasonable accommodations or assistance during the interview process. *

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting . Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions , talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: GenAI Creative Director

Location: Remote working until further notice

About the role:

In a highly competitive and saturated marketplace creating visually stunning, impactful,and effective creative work is essential. To help us deliver this we are looking for a strong, inspirational CreativeDirectorrenownedfor their work across this category – to join us on our journey.

The Creative Director will effectively and efficiently oversee and direct conceptual and designprojects, andwillultimatelyberesponsible forthe quality of ideas and the end-to-end design execution of jobs, from brief through to implementation and delivery. The Creative Director will have responsibility for overseeing multiple simultaneous live projects.

We are looking for a multi-skilled creative that will direct, inspire,leadand support all levels of design and creative talent across the account, defining and advancing a positive and highly productive design culture for OLIVER+

Whatyou'llbe doing:

Culture of excellence

• To motivate and influence the creative team to constantly strive for excellence in performance.
• To proactively monitor the quality of design projects being produced and submitted by leading internal review sessions and seeking feedback from both internal and external stakeholders.
• To oversee and manage the timely delivery of all jobs / projects going through the studio, always taking into consideration the clients’ requirements and expectations.
• To investigate, propose and implement innovative ways of delivering design services to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• To actively oversee and manage team meetings, forward schedulingmeetingsand work review meetings.
• To manage, oversee and coordinate the sharing of knowledge and the facilitation of learning within the team and all other employees to improve business practices, refine processes,aidand promote the development of creative ideas and introduce new services.
• To organise monthly work / successes / learnings / presentations to the wider SMT team to showcase work from the studio/ team managed.

Business Development

• Attend client meetings, present work, discuss needs and identify opportunities.
• To assign creative leads and develop accounts and teams.
• Keep abreast of and drive global creativetrends

Workflow

• To work actively with the workflow / studio manager in coordinating the effective allocation of design talent,facilitatinginformation from colleagues, business managers and staff. To provide effective support to meet client demands and to cover flexible working,holidayand sick leave requirements in the most economical manner.

Brand Guardianship

• To act as brand guardian to ensure all design collateral produced by the design team is faithful to the client’s brand guidelines.

Customer Centricity

• To work actively with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the highest level of client service from all team members.

People Management & Development

• To manage, train and mentor staff and oversee their professional development, offering knowledge, motivation,supportand experience asrequired, including but not limited to their creative and technical skill, to increase productivity, staff retention and enhanced staff morale.
• With theassistanceof Account Lead, ensure all staff members accurately record timesheets.

Requiredexperience

• As the senior design practitioner within the Creative team, the Creative Director will combine first-class designexpertise, creativity and thought leadership with commercial acumen and leadership gravitas.

What You'll Need:

• Be hands-on with a strong focus on digital.
• Be experienced in directing complex, commercial, design projects involving senior stakeholders and interdisciplinary creative teams with strong experience across multiple industries.
• Be highly creative with the ability to generate ideas and practically contribute to design details, importantly demonstrating exceptional pure graphic design and typography skills.
• Have deep technical design skills in one or more discipline, e.g. Content Creation, Design for Digital, Brand Immersion, Events, Design for Print, User Experience, etc.
• Have a proven ability to communicate and liaise with all levels in the business.
• Have a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including outside the design team.
• Have a proven ability to effectively manage creative teams.
• Have Director level written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Be proficient in Adobe CC, Microsoft Office and other related software.
• Be a driven, proactive, helpful, and enthusiastic team player.
• Mentor, develop and/or line manage theteam

Good to have:

• Experience on beauty brands.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,showcasinga curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.
  

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

Req: 13887

#LI-SJ1

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

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First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone

Resume/CV

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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

LinkedIn Profile *

Portfolio / Website Link (Top Tip: Ensure that your portfolio is current with your recent jobs and your AI work) *

Current CTC salary per month? *

Current Location *

What is your availability (notice period)? *

For our EE Reporting please confirm your race. e.g Black, Coloured, White? *

Have you completed a minimum of a High School Certification/Matric? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Creative Director? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 5 years in a Creative/Ad Agency set up? * Select.

Do you have experience directing complex, commercial design projects involving senior stakeholders? * Select.

Have you acted as a brand guardian and ensured design collateral adheres to a client’s brand guidelines? * Select.

Do you have working experience with any Generative AI software? If yes, which ones? *

Have you been referred by an Employee of OLIVER+? If "yes", please share their name so we can send them a "Thank You" note ! *

Should you be shortlisted for this role, please indicate if you require any reasonable accommodations or assistance during the interview process. *

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting . Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions , talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: GenAI Creative Director

Location: Remote working until further notice

About the role:

In a highly competitive and saturated marketplace creating visually stunning, impactful,and effective creative work is essential. To help us deliver this we are looking for a strong, inspirational CreativeDirectorrenownedfor their work across this category – to join us on our journey.

The Creative Director will effectively and efficiently oversee and direct conceptual and designprojects, andwillultimatelyberesponsible forthe quality of ideas and the end-to-end design execution of jobs, from brief through to implementation and delivery. The Creative Director will have responsibility for overseeing multiple simultaneous live projects.

We are looking for a multi-skilled creative that will direct, inspire,leadand support all levels of design and creative talent across the account, defining and advancing a positive and highly productive design culture for OLIVER+

Whatyou'llbe doing:

Culture of excellence

• To motivate and influence the creative team to constantly strive for excellence in performance.
• To proactively monitor the quality of design projects being produced and submitted by leading internal review sessions and seeking feedback from both internal and external stakeholders.
• To oversee and manage the timely delivery of all jobs / projects going through the studio, always taking into consideration the clients’ requirements and expectations.
• To investigate, propose and implement innovative ways of delivering design services to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• To actively oversee and manage team meetings, forward schedulingmeetingsand work review meetings.
• To manage, oversee and coordinate the sharing of knowledge and the facilitation of learning within the team and all other employees to improve business practices, refine processes,aidand promote the development of creative ideas and introduce new services.
• To organise monthly work / successes / learnings / presentations to the wider SMT team to showcase work from the studio/ team managed.

Business Development

• Attend client meetings, present work, discuss needs and identify opportunities.
• To assign creative leads and develop accounts and teams.
• Keep abreast of and drive global creativetrends

Workflow

• To work actively with the workflow / studio manager in coordinating the effective allocation of design talent,facilitatinginformation from colleagues, business managers and staff. To provide effective support to meet client demands and to cover flexible working,holidayand sick leave requirements in the most economical manner.

Brand Guardianship

• To act as brand guardian to ensure all design collateral produced by the design team is faithful to the client’s brand guidelines.

Customer Centricity

• To work actively with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the highest level of client service from all team members.

People Management & Development

• To manage, train and mentor staff and oversee their professional development, offering knowledge, motivation,supportand experience asrequired, including but not limited to their creative and technical skill, to increase productivity, staff retention and enhanced staff morale.
• With theassistanceof Account Lead, ensure all staff members accurately record timesheets.

Requiredexperience

• As the senior design practitioner within the Creative team, the Creative Director will combine first-class designexpertise, creativity and thought leadership with commercial acumen and leadership gravitas.

What You'll Need:

• Be hands-on with a strong focus on digital.
• Be experienced in directing complex, commercial, design projects involving senior stakeholders and interdisciplinary creative teams with strong experience across multiple industries.
• Be highly creative with the ability to generate ideas and practically contribute to design details, importantly demonstrating exceptional pure graphic design and typography skills.
• Have deep technical design skills in one or more discipline, e.g. Content Creation, Design for Digital, Brand Immersion, Events, Design for Print, User Experience, etc.
• Have a proven ability to communicate and liaise with all levels in the business.
• Have a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including outside the design team.
• Have a proven ability to effectively manage creative teams.
• Have Director level written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Be proficient in Adobe CC, Microsoft Office and other related software.
• Be a driven, proactive, helpful, and enthusiastic team player.
• Mentor, develop and/or line manage theteam

Good to have:

• Experience on beauty brands.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies,showcasinga curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.
  

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

Req: 13887

#LI-SJ1

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

*

indicates a required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone

Resume/CV

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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

LinkedIn Profile *

Portfolio / Website Link (Top Tip: Ensure that your portfolio is current with your recent jobs and your AI work) *

Current CTC salary per month? *

Current Location *

What is your availability (notice period)? *

For our EE Reporting please confirm your race. e.g Black, Coloured, White? *

Have you completed a minimum of a High School Certification/Matric? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Creative Director? * Select.

Do you have a minimum of 5 years in a Creative/Ad Agency set up? * Select.

Do you have experience directing complex, commercial design projects involving senior stakeholders? * Select.

Have you acted as a brand guardian and ensured design collateral adheres to a client’s brand guidelines? * Select.

Do you have working experience with any Generative AI software? If yes, which ones? *

Have you been referred by an Employee of OLIVER+? If "yes", please share their name so we can send them a "Thank You" note ! *

Should you be shortlisted for this role, please indicate if you require any reasonable accommodations or assistance during the interview process. *