Art Director - Durban at OLIVER Agency

THIS ROLE IS RIGHT FOR YOU IF...

• Content Innovation: Demonstrating innovative out-of-the-box ideation
• Channel Exploitation: Developing expertise in multi-platform creative design
• Client Sensitivity: Understanding problems from clients’ perspective
• Work &Time Management : Planning & executing work in a timely and efficient manner
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Team and Leadership Skills: Ability to work together and lead in teams
• Personal Development: Ability to manage and develop career within the firm
• Company Culture: Fulfilling role as part of the company and culture

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING IN YOUR ROLE

• Develop the visual appearance of campaigns
• Conduct research to stay up to date with latest communication trends
• Provide creative ideas that fit clients’ needs
• Brainstorm with Planning Account Management and Creative teams to create and develop concepts
• Coordinate with the Production team to ensure quality standards are met during the production process
• Attend client presentations and sell concepts
• Attend photo shoots, recordings etc. and ensure creative requirements are applied
• Supervise and train junior members of the Creative team

WHAT SKILLS WILL HELP YOU BE SUCCESSFUL 

• BA/BS in Advertising Design, Graphic Design or similar major is a must
• 3 to 5 years’ experience as a Creative member in an Advertising Agency
• Computer skills: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Flash animation and Director are pluses.
• Strong creative portfolio that demonstrates versatility
• Photographic skills