Retail Creative Director

Recruiter:

Talented Recruitment

Job Ref:

DBN002871/TK

Date posted:

Monday, May 12, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a visionary, strategic thinker with a flair for creativity and leadership?

A dynamic branding and communications agency based in Kloof, Durban is looking for an experienced and proactive Retail Creative Director. The ideal candidate will have strong retail experience and the ability to both design and art direct on shoots.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:

Leading and inspiring a team of designers and writers
Overseeing and generating creative ideas and projects
Designing and developing high-level creative concepts that align with client objectives and brand direction
Taking responsibility for the creative philosophy and the standard of output across your projects
Overseeing several projects from start to finish, collaborating with account managers, keeping to deadlines and signing off on these projects before they are presented
Presenting creative concepts and strategies to clients
Building strong relationships with clients to be a valued creative and strategic partner
Art direction on shoot
Understanding the commercial aspects of the agency

Requirements:

Matric
Relevant Degree in Design, Visual Communications, or a related field is required
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a creative leadership role, preferably within the retail and brand communications industry
Retail experience
Shoot experience
Graphic design experience
Digital marketing experience (advantageous)
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to inspire the creative team to give their best
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as presentation skills in order to make outstanding pitches
Plenty of creative ideas and an understanding of the clients' vision
An awareness of current trends in retail advertising and design
A self-starting attitude and an open outlook
Resilience under pressure and against deadlines
An understanding of how creative roles complement other departments
Knowledge of the software and applications involved in the creative process
Skills in managing people, projects and resources
A problem-solving, collaborative approach with creative teams and clients

Should you not receive a response within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Vacancies are advertised on our website, should you wish to keep abreast with our active roles.

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