Job Opportunity: Art Director position available at Komari Beverage in Addis Ababa. Creative Arts jobs in Ethiopia are in high demand. Apply now through GeezJobs - Ethiopia's leading job portal.
Job Summary
The Art Director is responsible for leading the visual design strategy and execution for various projects. This role involves overseeing the creative process, guiding a team of designers, and collaborating with other departments to deliver innovative and compelling visual content that aligns with the company’s brand identity and objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the visual design team, providing direction and feedback to ensure high-quality creative output that meets project requirements and brand standards.
- Develop creative concepts and design solutions for campaigns, advertisements, websites, packaging, and other marketing materials.
- Work closely with copywriters, marketing teams, project managers, and other stakeholders to create cohesive and impactful visual campaigns.
- Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
- Review and approve designs, artwork, photography, and graphics developed by the team, ensuring they meet the desired quality and consistency.
- Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually enhance the creative process and deliver cutting-edge solutions.
- Mentor and develop junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in graphic design, with at least 1 year in a leadership role as an Art Director or Senior Designer.
- Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in visual design, typography, motion graphics, animation, layout, and color theory. Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign).
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a team of designers, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Keen eye for detail, ensuring that all visual content is polished and error-free.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome challenges and deliver outstanding results.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in advertising, marketing, or a creative agency environment.
- Knowledge of web design, UX/UI principles, and motion graphics.
- Understanding of branding principles and experience in developing brand guidelines.
How To Apply
Those who meet the above requirements can submit their CV to the following link
Kindly note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Link
Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply
