Junior Art Director (Cape Town CBD) at 99C

Job Scope includes but is not limited to: 

• Working in a team under the leadership of a Group Head and Creative Director to conceptualise and execute campaigns based on both client and internal briefs
• Present work imaginatively and confidently to clients and senior creatives.
• Be skilled in design and conceptualisation
• Maintain exceptionally high standards for execution and attention to detail
• Collaborate and communicate well with the team and other departments
• Have an eternally positive disposition especially when the going gets rough

Requirements

Minimum relevant experience and skills/attributes required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Relevant years’ experience as an art director in a large/integrated Advertising Agency
• Relevant years’ previous experience in a high-volume environment
• Demonstrated experience with social media design across various social media platforms
• Proficient experience in design software
• Knowledge of the digital landscape, specifically social platforms and its relevant features (Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, etc) as well as ecommerce platforms
• Has experience in basic animation/motion graphics & video editing – will be a bonus, but not essential 
• Understanding of UI/UX digital marketing best practices – will be a bonus, but not essential 
• Strong interpersonal skills; a team player, persuasive negotiator, positive and innovative thinker
• Maintain high standards for execution and attention to detail
• Highly motivated and a high level of initiative; ability to work independently, in support of the agency’s creative goals and the client’s business objectives

Requirements:

• Experience in digital and experiential advertising advantageous
• Able to multi-task, work to tight deadlines, and follow agency process 
• Refined design aesthetic & meticulous eye for detail 
• Has an interest in fashion, culture & other lifestyle trends
• Work ethic: Should be able to describe oneself as “Committed, reliable, curious, self-motivated, flexible, adaptable, team player"
• Flexible to work outside of normal working hours (overtime if and when required)
• Prior experience on Workbook will be advantageous, but not essential 

Other:

• Driver’s license with own vehicle