327 Creative Director jobs in South Africa

SUMMARY : POSITION INFO :

Please note this position is based in Saudi Arabia, Middle East- Relocation Costs are covered

We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Creative Director to lead and deliver high-impact media productions in support of Saudi Aramco’s corporate communication strategies. This role requires creative excellence, leadership, and the ability to work across various production environments, including live events, industrial sites, and locations across Saudi Arabia.

The Creative Director will collaborate closely with internal messaging teams, management, and stakeholders to produce compelling multimedia content that aligns with Saudi Aramco’s brand and communication objectives.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead, write, develop, and direct media productions supporting Saudi Aramco operations.

Supervise production teams from concept development through post-production to final delivery.

Direct and manage live, non-scripted, and multi-camera productions, including special events and campaign launches.

Develop and manage creative concepts, production schedules, and delivery timelines.

Collaborate with messaging teams and ensure creative integrity across all deliverables.

Mentor and support junior production staff to build internal creative capacity.

Adapt and execute projects in various working environments, including challenging and remote settings.

Perform related duties as needed by the client.

Requirements & Qualifications :

Experience :

Minimum of 12 years in media production, with direct experience as a Creative Director.

Proven track record in corporate, broadcast, and commercial production projects.

Experience in the hydrocarbon sector, Saudi Aramco, or region is highly desirable.

Creative & Technical Expertise :

Strong experience in developing scripts and creative treatments.

Skilled in supervising single and multi-camera productions and directing on-screen talent.

Full understanding of the post-production process, including editing, sound, and motion graphics.

Familiar with professional camera systems, support gear, and current production technologies.

Deep knowledge of copyright, licensing, and clearance procedures.

Soft Skills :

Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.

Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.

Ability to handle creative and technical feedback professionally.

Comfortable working under pressure and in culturally sensitive environments.

Education :

Bachelor’s Degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or a related field.

Portfolio :

Showreel and / or samples of completed work required as evidence of creative ability.

Overview

Superunion is a global brand agency that specializes in creating, developing, and transforming brands. With a passion for creativity and innovation, our agency aims to help clients grow and succeed through powerful and effective brand strategy and design. Our team is made up of talented individuals who work collaboratively to produce world-class work that inspires, engages, and delivers results.

Superunion is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Creative Director to lead our creative team and deliver exceptional work that exceeds client expectations. As the Creative Director, you will be responsible for leading the creative vision, driving the creative direction of our agency, and ensuring that our work is strategically sound, innovative, and of the highest quality.

• Lead the creative team in developing and executing outstanding creative solutions that meet client objectives and exceed expectations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, and act as a trusted advisor to clients on all creative matters.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver creative solutions that are innovative, strategic, and on brief.
• Develop and implement creative processes and best practices that ensure quality and efficiency in the delivery of all creative work.
• Foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and excellence within the creative team, and inspire them to produce their best work.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in creative design, branding, and marketing.

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a creative leadership role within a brand agency or similar environment.
• Strong portfolio of work demonstrating outstanding creative direction, branding, and design.
• Deep understanding of branding, marketing, and design principles, and ability to apply them strategically to achieve business objectives.
• Strong client relationship management skills, with experience in building and maintaining strong client partnerships.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proven ability to inspire, motivate and develop creative teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, and to build strong relationships across the agency.

If you are a talented and experienced Creative Director with a passion for creativity, innovation, and excellence, and are looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team of creatives at a world-class agency, then we want to hear from you. Apply now and join us on our mission to transform brands and help clients achieve their full potential.

At The Unlimited, we believe in building brands that move people. As our Creative Director, you’ll lead how our brand is seen, felt, and experienced across every touchpoint. You’ll bring together strategy, design, and storytelling to create work that’s not just on brand but world class. You’ll guide a talented internal team and collaborate with agency partners to deliver creative that inspires belief and delivers a WOW experience.

• Translate brand strategy into creative that connects across campaigns, content, digital, social, and more
• Set the standard for what great looks like and ensure all creative is distinctive, aligned, and emotionally resonant
• Lead concept development and execution of key brand initiatives
• Collaborate with Product, Journeys, Digital, and Social teams to ensure a seamless brand experience
• Partner with the Head of Brand Strategy and Head of Brand Integrity & Experience to align creative with business goals
• Inspire and manage a small internal creative team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and growth
• Work with agency and production partners to co-create standout brand work
• Review and approve creative to ensure it aligns with our CI, tone of voice, and strategic objectives
• Streamline creative operations, including briefing, workflow, approvals, and asset production
• Champion the use of templates, toolkits, and design systems to scale excellence
• Stay ahead of creative trends and technologies, especially AI
• Explore tools that elevate creativity, improve consistency, and scale content production

• A bachelor’s degree in design, advertising, marketing, visual communication, or a related field
• At least eight years in brand or creative leadership roles, ideally across both in-house and agency environments
• A proven track record of leading creative operations at scale
• Experience mentoring and managing creative professionals
• Strong storytelling, design, and brand expression skills
• The ability to turn strategy into standout ideas
• Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills
• A tech-forward mindset and curiosity about AI
• High standards for detail, craft, and creative excellence

We'd love to hear from you!

Are you a visionary creative powerhouse with exceptional skills in photography, videography, editing, and graphic design? At Convertico, we’re seeking an experienced Creative Director to lead our content and creative department. This is your chance to work with major brands, push creative boundaries, and make a lasting impact on the world of digital marketing.

As our Creative Director, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Leading the content and creative department to produce innovative and impactful campaigns.
• Overseeing all aspects of content creation, including photography, videography, editing, and graphic design.
• Collaborating closely with performance marketing and account management teams to align creative outputs with brand objectives.
• Conceptualizing and executing high-quality visual assets for web, social media, and paid ads.
• Managing and mentoring a team of designers, editors, and content creators to ensure excellence and consistency.
• Staying ahead of industry trends to keep our creative efforts fresh, relevant, and competitive.

• You’re a creative leader with a proven ability to develop and execute stunning visual campaigns.
• You have a sharp eye for aesthetics and an unmatched attention to detail.
• You’re highly skilled in photography, videography, editing, and graphic design.
• You thrive in a leadership role, inspiring and guiding a team of creatives to deliver exceptional work.
• You’re passionate about working with major brands and bringing their stories to life.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a senior creative role, preferably within an agency environment.
• Strong technical skills in photography, videography, and editing, with a portfolio showcasing your best work.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to balance creativity and results-driven thinking.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills to inspire and align a diverse creative team.

We’re more than just a workplace. Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:

• Creative Freedom: Bring your vision to life and lead impactful campaigns for major brands.
• Empowered Learning: Stay at the cutting edge with access to premium training resources.
• Personal Growth Focus: Balance your creative pursuits with support for your personal and professional development.
• Celebrating Success: Your leadership and achievements will be recognized and celebrated.
• Location: Work on-site at our vibrant office. We believe in the power of in-person collaboration.
• Start Date: Immediately
• Salary Range: R25,000 – R55,000 per month (depending on your experience and impact).

Are you ready to lead our creative team and produce extraordinary work for top-tier brands? Show us why you’re the perfect fit by answering the application questions below.

We’re excited to welcome you to Convertico—where your creativity and leadership will shape our future and redefine excellence.

Overview

Our Cape Town office is looking for a Creative Director (Copywriting or Art Director) to join our Creative Team.

Our ideal candidate is a solutions-driven, conceptual Creative Director who has honed his/her craft in both Digital and ATL. We are looking for someone who has excellent time-management skills; is detail-oriented and holds him/herself accountable.

The successful incumbent will conceptualize creative campaign strategies and translate them into high quality digital and ATL campaigns from concept to completion in accordance with brand guidelines. We want a Creative Director with a great, can-do attitude with an innate ability to lead a vibrant creative team.

• Well-versed in web, app and social media collateral
• Supervising and managing all production stages
• Develop a constructive working relationship with internal teams and assist in building creative rationales
• Share knowledge and build excitement of creative trends within the team
• Respond quickly to team needs, providing support and constructive feedback
• Working closely with the client service and traffic teams on daily aspects of projects
• Passion for the work and a key driver for high creative standards
• Remain up-to-date and ahead of the curve with the latest digital marketing trends, techniques and technologies

• Relevant degree or diploma in Copywriting or Art Direction
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience as an experienced Creative Director - Copywriter/Art Director or Creative Associate in an advertising/creative agency
• Experienced on retail and brand experience on large blue-chip accounts
• A conceptual portfolio consisting of television/video and other platform campaigns
• Proactive and have a good understanding of how to run a campaign and push process in order to meet the objectives of the brief
• Proficient in the latest software and confident working on a Mac
• Must be able to work under extreme pressure in order to meet tight deadlines
• Experience on retail accounts highly advantageous
• Must be comfortable leading presentations at top level client meetings

Interested candidates must please submit a concise CV, link to Behance/Wixsite portfolio and salary expectation via our HR Platform.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Location: Cape Town

Who we are:  We are an out-of-the-box experiential and activation agency, delivering innovative campaigns and immersive brand experiences for global retail clients.

What we are looking for:  Creative Director

What you will do:

• Convert marketing objectives into compelling creative strategies, guiding the team from concept to execution
• Leverage audience, cultural, and demographic insights to shape clear, actionable creative direction
• Attract, nurture, and retain top creative talent while fostering a culture of growth and professional development
• Oversee all aspects of team management, including recruitment, evaluation, mentorship, and career progression
• Build and maintain an inspiring creative environment that draws and develops the industry’s best talent
• Champion innovation and strategic thinking, motivating the team to push creative boundaries
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously, supporting client relationships and contributing to pitches and strategic planning
• Ensure seamless, transparent communication across creative teams, stakeholders, and clients
• Drive the creative and strategic evolution of the agency’s brand and marketing initiatives to win new business

What you must have:

• Relevant degree and qualifications within the related feel
• Previous agency experience within the TTL space is a MUST
• Demonstrated experience in the creation of omni-channel
• Experience delivering and winning client pitches 
• Experience in managing a creative team as well as being able to step in from a design stand point where needed
• Experience working on creative design tools

Please note this position is based in Saudi Arabia, Middle East- Relocation Costs are covered

We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Creative Director to lead and deliver high-impact media productions in support of Saudi Aramco’s corporate communication strategies. This role requires creative excellence, leadership, and the ability to work across various production environments, including live events, industrial sites, and remote locations across Saudi Arabia.

The Creative Director will collaborate closely with internal messaging teams, management, and stakeholders to produce compelling multimedia content that aligns with Saudi Aramco’s brand and communication objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, write, develop, and direct media productions supporting Saudi Aramco operations.

• Supervise production teams from concept development through post-production to final delivery.

• Direct and manage live, non-scripted, and multi-camera productions, including special events and campaign launches.

• Develop and manage creative concepts, production schedules, and delivery timelines.

• Collaborate with messaging teams and ensure creative integrity across all deliverables.

• Mentor and support junior production staff to build internal creative capacity.

• Adapt and execute projects in various working environments, including challenging and remote settings.

• Perform related duties as needed by the client.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 12 years in media production, with direct experience as a Creative Director.

  • Proven track record in corporate, broadcast, and commercial production projects.

  • Experience in the hydrocarbon sector, Saudi Aramco, or GCC region is highly desirable.

• Creative & Technical Expertise:

  • Strong experience in developing scripts and creative treatments.

  • Skilled in supervising single and multi-camera productions and directing on-screen talent.

  • Full understanding of the post-production process, including editing, sound, and motion graphics.

  • Familiar with professional camera systems, support gear, and current production technologies.

  • Deep knowledge of copyright, licensing, and clearance procedures.

• Soft Skills:

  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.

  • Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.

  • Ability to handle creative and technical feedback professionally.

  • Comfortable working under pressure and in culturally sensitive environments.

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or a related field.

• Portfolio:

  • Showreel and/or samples of completed work required as evidence of creative ability.

As a
Creative Director
at Designity, you will lead the vision behind meaningful, brand-defining work. This includes everything from big-picture platforms and campaign concepts to compelling storytelling and content across digital channels. You will bring creative insight to every engagement, guide a team of talented creatives, and champion ambitious ideas that push boundaries while aligning with client goals.

You will also use AI-powered tools to support ideation, enhance the quality of creative work, and simplify creative processes. By staying current with the latest design trends, you will help creative teams focus on what matters most: delivering thoughtful, high-impact, and elevated work that resonates with clients and their audiences.

Designity is a
Creative-as-a-Service (CaaS) platform
that empowers businesses with a flexible, high-quality, and scalable alternative to traditional agencies and in-house teams.

Our unique model connects marketing and creative leaders with the top 3% of US-based creative and marketing talent, all led by experienced Creative Directors, Project Managers, and Marketing Strategists. Through our collaborative platform, we streamline the creative process, ensuring fast, high-impact execution without the inefficiencies of hiring in-house or the high costs of
traditional agencies
.

Brands like Calendly, Kung Fu Tea, and Marriott Hotels trust Designity to handle their design and marketing needs—proving that there's a better way to scale creativity. Unlike in-house hiring, which is expensive and skill-limiting, or marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, which lack reliability and creative oversight, Designity delivers a seamless, results-driven approach that makes creative collaboration effortless.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead overarching creative direction for multiple clients across diverse industries with projects related to branding, marketing campaigns, digital content, and storytelling.
• Drive concept development that pushes creative boundaries while staying true to brand strategy.
• Collaborate with Creatives and Clients to turn business goals into compelling visual narratives.
• Present high-level creative to clients—pitching ideas, leading reviews, and shaping feedback conversations that move the work forward.
• Schedule and lead brainstorming sessions that generate original thinking rooted in brand objectives and audience insight.
• Ensure creative consistency and excellence across all channels, deliverables, and brand expressions.
• Evaluate in-progress creative against brand and client goals, offering feedback that sharpens execution and raises the bar.
• Leverage AI tools and automation to accelerate and enhance ideation, streamline workflows, and focus creative energy where it matters most.
• Ensure creative teams stay focused on overall creative alignment through evolving project needs and timelines.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 10+ years of experience in creative direction within an agency or fast-paced creative environment.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional creative teams and guide strategic, brand-aligned work.
• Strong background in branding, marketing, content strategy or digital design.
• Deep expertise in graphic design principles and visual communication.
• Exceptional storytelling and communication skills—comfortable presenting ideas and managing client feedback cycles.
• Experience managing multiple complex projects with shifting priorities and tight timelines.
• Strong track record of implementing AI tools to boost creativity and team efficiency.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently in a remote-first environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Must be available from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time (EST). For those in other regions (e.g., Europe or South Africa), at least 6–7 hours of overlap with these hours is required.

BENEFITS:

• Join a company at the perfect moment Career making opportunity.
• Work remotely full-time, within a virtual office environment.
• Unwind during the flexible PTO (available after 90 days), and company holidays.
• Professional growth opportunities and ongoing training.
• Enjoy dedicated focus times designed to boost your productivity and creativity.
• Fast-moving, values-driven, globally distributed team.

In order to be considered for this position, you need to complete the application process at

Please do NOT follow up on your application. We will be in touch within 2-3 weeks if you're qualified.

At Designity, employment decisions are based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity in culture, perspectives, skills, and experiences, which strengthens our team, clients, and products.

Be cautious when applying. Official communications from Designity will come only from the domain. We will never request payment details. Beware of scammers using fake domains like to attempt fraud.

Flash

2025/08/13 Western Cape

Job Reference Number:
FH-655

Department:
Marketing

Business Unit:
Industry:
Marketing

Job Type:
Permanent

Positions Available:
1

Salary:
Market Related

This job is for a dynamic strategic-creative genius to work collaboratively alongside the brand, marketing and digital leads to manage, guide and grow our in-house agency team, driving impactful creative campaigns and aligning our creative approach and outputs with business, brand and digital strategies.

Job Description
Company:
A well-established brand with a global strategy, that prides itself on making people's lives easier through frontier technology that creates enabling opportunities.

Culture
:

At FLASH, we realise that "the way we do things around here" drives our business and enables us to achieve our purpose of "Making People's Lives Easier". Our 3 values are the drumbeat of our business:

• We are all in
• We have each other's backs
• We are brave

These values help us to make our People's lives easier by creating a culture where people come to work because it's a place where they can engage in meaningful work, in a supportive environment where they can be the best version of themselves and achieve the remarkable

Job Role:
This job is for a dynamic strategic-creative genius to work collaboratively alongside the brand, marketing and digital leads to manage, guide and grow our in-house agency team, driving impactful creative campaigns and aligning our creative approach and outputs with business, brand and digital strategies.

Responsibilities:

• People management & mentorship - manage every aspect of a creative team – individually and as a collective - including learning & skills development, career growth, ongoing performance, product and brand knowledge & alignment
• Stakeholder management – work with the business directors, division GMs and marketing leads to drive overall business-marketing alignment and effectiveness
• Brand & product marketing – work with marketing leads and product owners to build stronger brands and drive relevant and impactful product marketing campaigns
• Creative development and reviews – responsible for driving all creative outputs
• Conceptual thinking – You're able to solve problems creatively and drive better conceptual thinking across all creative disciplines
• Creative excellence – work to deliver the best on-brand creative result and ensure consistency over time
• Creative workflow processes – Optimise or strengthen existing workflow processes to ensure campaign deadlines are met
• Production – Assist with production management for relevant campaigns
• Media strategy – Contribute to media strategy, planning and best practice across all campaigns

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• 10+ years' experience working in the creative advertising/marketing space
• 3+ years managing creative teams
• 3+ years managing creative marketing outputs
• Conceptual creative development across design/art direction, copy and content
• Creative thinking and development across media channels and platforms
• Experience working in an advertising agency

Required Knowledge / Technical Skills:

• Creative brand strategy/ copywriting/ art direction or design background (but, must be able to consider all of these)
• Working with project management tools like Slack and Asana

Advantageous Experience:

• Experience working with and/or in a fintech business
• Experience working with or in retail
• Experience developing brand-led campaigns
• Media strategy and planning
• Production experience
• Studio and workflow management
• Digital marketing best practice
• Working with mass/main market brands

Competencies / Attributes:

• People management and mentorship.
• You have the ability to work across creative disciplines (art direction/design, copy, content, video) and bring them together to form considered, brand-led campaigns.
• You work collaboratively with other marketing leaders to drive the effectiveness and culture of a broader marketing team.
• You love to make the complicated and/or mundane simple and interesting.
• You value creative solutions to help drive both consumer resonance and business results.
• You strive for creative excellence in even the smallest jobs.
• You care about the business problems to be solved.
• You put people first.
• You thrive on getting your hands dirty and can wear multiple hats to help get the job done, from solutions to brand strategy to campaign messaging to actual execution.
• You care about the bigger picture and not just individual tasks at hand.
• You put people first and ego aside.
• You're brand-led in everything that you do.
• You possess a deep understanding of South African people, culture and behaviours.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We carefully review all applications, and if your qualifications meet our needs, we will contact you within 14 days. If you do not hear from us within this timeframe, please consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to apply for future opportunities that match your skills and experience.