2x Creative Team Lead

Recruiter:

Pro Personnel

Job Ref:

RTB003047/R

Date posted:

Friday, March 13, 2026

Location:

Bryanston, South Africa

Salary:

R80 000

SUMMARY:

Creative Team Lead (x2)

ð Locations: Cape Town and Bryanston
A leading international client in the online gaming / digital entertainment industry is seeking two experienced Creative Team Leads to join their growing creative studio — one based in Cape Town and one in Bryanston.
This role is suited to a strategic and inspiring creative leader who can guide a multidisciplinary team of designers, animators, illustrators, and copywriters while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, innovative creative solutions across multiple projects.
The successful candidates will be responsible for driving creative excellence, mentoring talent, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the highest standards, while aligning creative outputs with business and campaign objectives.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements

Proven experience as a Senior Designer, Art Director, or Creative Lead within a creative studio, agency, or digital environment
Strong leadership and team management experience overseeing designers, animators, or creative teams
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple creative projects simultaneously
Advanced proficiency in design and creative tools, including:
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
- Sketch or similar design platforms
Strong understanding of branding, digital campaigns, and creative production workflows
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience managing project timelines, workflows, and deliverables
Ability to balance creative vision with client objectives and deadlines
A strong professional portfolio demonstrating creative excellence across multiple mediums is essential

Key Responsibilities

Creative Leadership

Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary creative team including designers, animators, illustrators, and copywriters.
Provide guidance, feedback, and direction to ensure the highest creative standards are maintained.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous development within the creative team.

Creative Direction & Strategy

Work closely with the Creative Director to define and execute the overall creative vision across projects.
Ensure creative outputs align with brand strategy, campaign objectives, and client expectations.
Contribute to the development of creative concepts and campaign strategies.

Project & Workflow Management

Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery.
Manage creative workflows, team workloads, and project priorities.
Ensure deliverables meet studio standards and client requirements.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

Act as the key liaison between the creative team and other departments such as production, marketing, and accounts.
Participate in client presentations, pitches, and creative discussions where required.
Ensure clear communication across teams to maintain alignment throughout projects.

Creative Innovation

Stay informed on design, branding, and digital content trends.
Encourage experimentation and innovation to push creative boundaries and elevate studio output.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communication, or a related field
Experience in branding, advertising, digital campaigns, or creative studio environments
Familiarity with motion graphics, video production, or UI/UX design

ð© Applications
Interested candidates should submit their CV together with a portfolio of work.
If you have not received feedback within 21 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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