Multi-Media Art Director
TBWA
- Sandton, Johannesburg
- Permanent
- Part-time
To assist their CDs in building the creative reputation of the agency.To take accountability in ensuring all their creative output consistently meets the highest quality standards.To assist the presentation of creative work internally and externally in a clear, professional and impactful manner.To produce and craft original and great concepts and design proactively and in response to creative briefs of existing clients or potential clients.Work with Strategy & Account Management to understand the clients’ brand and manage projects in a way that will support the delivery of iconic work for the brand.Actively encourage and facilitate collaboration within the creative department and other departments within the agency.Stay aware of current trends, popular culture, ideas, work in order to confidently stay ahead of the curve and stay relevant and contemporary.Consistently develop and refine their craft in a way that demonstrates a real passion for the work they do.To contribute to the shop window (local and international awards).2) Business ManagementAccurate recording of work time.Actively participate in new business pitches and business development when required.Responsibility to spread positive sentiment and not to add fuel any negative sentiments in a way that is destructive to agencys’ reputation both internally and externally.3) People/CollaborationTo help develop skills and knowledge within yourself that anticipate and reflect the changing needs of the agency and its’ clients through on the job development, active participation in the creative department (e.g. Disruption, training, and other company initiatives)Provide feedback to your Creative Director regarding improvements that could be made to the creative department as well as play a key role in digital innovation.Has actively supported and involved team members at the appropriate time to resolve issues.Has encouraged all members to look for collaborative ways to make the agency a great place to work.Knowledge and Experience required:3+ years plus as a Designer in a leading creative agency/company that has generated or can generate and produce world-class ideas and design for the agency and their clients or potential clients. Efficient and versed in all the digital design platforms, including the basic adobe suite as well as Adobe XD, premiere and after effects. Knowledge of digital ecosystems is a must as well as have an understanding of the digital consumer journey.Skills and Educational Requirements:Digital design understanding including best practice.World-class design ability.Presentation skills.Strategically minded.Creatively diverse (photography, illustration, 3D, animation, coding, motion graphics).Collaborative, especially with a diverse set of creatives.Optional extras:Influencer, opinion leader, blog site, editorial experience, poetry, After Effects, 3D rendering, illustration, editing, design, songwriter, sound production, artist.Behavioral attributes:Inspirational, ambitious, determined, courageous, collaborative, creatively expressive, something to prove, chip on their shoulder, adaptable, can and does embrace change.And above all, accountable for the accounts and work he/she/they manages and contributes towards.