Creative Director job description

Job brief

We are looking for a creative and dynamic Creative Director to lead our creative team and drive the development of innovative marketing campaigns. The successful candidate will have a passion for design, a strong understanding of marketing, and excellent leadership skills to inspire and motivate our team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the execution of creative concepts and campaigns that align with our brand message and business objectives.
• Lead and manage a team of designers, writers, and other creatives to ensure seamless collaboration and delivery of high-quality work.
• Collaborate with marketing and other teams to ensure all creative work meets the needs of target audiences and is aligned with our overall brand strategy.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in design, advertising, and marketing to continually improve our creative approach and maintain a competitive edge.
• Ensure all creative work meets deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Provide guidance and feedback to team members, mentor junior staff, and develop team members' skills and capabilities.
• Work with external vendors and partners as needed in the development of creative projects.
• Communicate with senior leadership to understand business goals and provide regular updates on the status of creative projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Fine Arts, or related field
• At least 8 years of experience in a creative leadership role, preferably in an agency or corporate marketing environment
• Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire and motivate a team
• Strong conceptual skills with the ability to develop creative campaigns that are both innovative and effective
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and present creative ideas to both internal stakeholders and external clients
• Proficient in design and creative software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, and InVision
• Strong understanding of marketing principles and how creative work can support business objectives
• Experience managing budgets and timelines, and the ability to prioritize tasks and projects to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail