Ithemba Recruitment is an organisation that specializes in the placement of quality candidates in various industries. We at Ithemba recruitment are “specialist generalists” we have the understanding that the we are able to recruit for a wide range of positions in various job functions that clients may require because we prefer to be seen as specialists for our clients needs and culture rather than specialists in a specific sector. We feel that any position can be qualified by the correct understanding of people rather than what field they work in. We feel that by communicating effectively with candidates and having respect for their needs, requirements and time – we are able to form relationships and properly understand our candidates and the culture that they would fit into so as to service our clients’ needs more effectively. You could possibly classify us as “Versatilist”. Whether you are in need of a new member of staff or as we like to call it "a new family member" or if you are in search of a new opportunity our consultants are ready to take your call.

Job description

Key purpose:

The company is searching for a dynamic midweight Art Director to work closely with a highly capable team.

Responsibilities

Develop an overall visual concept that communicates to a target audience within the scope of the brand and creative brief supplied
Work cohesively with their team, conceptualizing ideas and designs, formulating artwork, and storyboards based on the client's specifications
Working closely within their team to develop top quality advertising and promotional campaigns within the parameters of the client brief
Design and craft concepts into original, relevant and impactful communications;
Follow through to the completion of the job whilst maintaining explicit attention to detail and adhering to project timelines
Manage multiple accounts that require working within budgets and scheduling requirements
Scamping, sketching and storyboarding ideas in order to obtain approval from the Creative Group Head and Client Art Direction of photoshoots, briefing and working with photographers and Production.
Pitch creative work with confidence

Minimum requirements

Minimum of three to five years experience as an Art Director at a reputable Advertising Agency
Tertiary Qualification in Art Direction, Design, Packaging / Art Theory (or similar) would be ideal
Conceptual ability and solid design skills with a portfolio that demonstrates this (ideally award winning)
Mac proficiency (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Must be self-managed and able to complete projects with limited supervision
Integrity, energy and creativity
Self-disciplined with excellent attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure in a close knit team environment

Required profile