Art Director at Aramex South Africa

Job Description

• Create and manage the overall design and visual style for ad campaigns, photoshoots, websites and commercial film productions. 
• Supervise and mentor a group of mid-level and junior designers.
• Manage multiple briefs and projects for yourself and for your direct reports
• Study creative briefs and determine requirements
• Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning and target audience
• Generate clear ideas and concepts in tandem with the copywriters
• Conceptualize visuals based on requirements Define the visual direction of a campaign and photoshoots 
• Produce sketches, storyboards, roughs to visualize ideas
• Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand
• Use the appropriate colors and layouts for each graphic
• Cooperate with the rest of the creative team across different types of media
• Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final art works
• Test graphics across various media
• Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines
• Amend designs after feedback
• Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand
• Manage and delegate responsibilities to other designers and provide directions
• Present completed ideas to team members / project owners
• Stay on top of all trends and maintain best practices

Job Requirements - Experience and Education

• Extensive experience in art direction and graphic design (min. 6 years experience in a creative or inh-house agency)
• A strong portfolio of concepts, photo manipulation, graphics, and/or compelling layouts. 
• Familiarity with design software (such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details
• Strong conceptual and presentation skills 
• Technical knowledge of photography and film production
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines
• Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is expected