Position Title: Art Director
Employer: Komari Beverage PLC
Employment: Full-Time | Permanent
Place of Work: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Posted date: 3 months ago
Deadline: Submission date is over
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.
