Associate Creative Director

IMA

. Lead development of compelling creative concepts and solutions responding to briefs, brand strategy and audience insight .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeCape Town • South AfricaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading creative projects and teams, with a strong portfolio showcasing strategic thinking and concept development across various channels. Capable of delivering high-quality work while fostering collaboration and mentoring within a creative environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Creative Project LeadershipStrategic ThinkingConcept DevelopmentTeam MentorshipClient Presentation Skills

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Soft Skills

Constructive FeedbackStrong OrganisationSound JudgementProactive ApproachCollaboration

Industry Keywords

AdvertisingBrandingPackagingDigitalRetailCreative ConceptsAudience InsightAgency EnvironmentDesign DevelopmentProduction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development of compelling creative concepts and solutions responding to briefs, brand strategy and audience insight
Guide projects from initial thinking through design development, production and delivery across advertising, branding, packaging, digital and retail
Set a high creative standard through clear direction and constructive feedback to designers and team members
Present creative work to clients, build trusted relationships and collaborate to develop ideas
Partner with account and production teams to deliver quality, consistent work to brief, budget and deadline
Support and mentor creative colleagues and encourage fresh thinking
Contribute to a positive agency culture
Bring relevant inspiration from design, culture, technology and production

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant creative experience leading projects or teams in an agency or similar fast-paced environment
Strong portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking, concept development and high-quality work across relevant brands, channels and formats
Ability to turn complex briefs into distinctive ideas that meet audience and client needs
Ability to present creative decisions clearly
Experience guiding and developing creative teams through constructive feedback and collaboration
Strong organisation and sound judgement
Proactive approach to managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality work efficiently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to shape impactful creative work across a range of brands and channels
Collaborative environment where ideas are shared, developed and brought to life together
Scope to influence creative direction and take ownership of projects from brief to delivery
Opportunities to inspire, mentor and support the development of creative talent
Supportive team with opportunities to learn, grow and expand creative skills