Mid-Weight Digital Art Director

Ogilvy One is the Digital arm of Ogilvy South Africa.

Ogilvy One is the digital powerhouse of Ogilvy South Africa, where creativity meets technology to craft impactful relationships between brands and customers. Were on a mission to redefine the digital landscape by blending art and CRM science, making sure our work captivates, engages, and converts.

We are looking for a:

Mid-weight Digital Art Director

As a Mid-weight Art Director, you will be a visual storyteller with a strong grasp of digital-first creative technology. Partnering closely with a Copywriter, you'll craft compelling, innovative concepts that are not only visually stunning but also grounded in strategic storytelling. Your role will involve imagining and developing ideas that leverage cutting-edge creative technology augmented reality (AR), Neural Radiance Fields (NeRFs), interactive design to engage audiences across digital ecosystems.

A key part of your work will include visualizing and presenting these ideas through key-visuals, high-level mock-ups, storyboards, or prototypes, ensuring your vision is clearly communicated and effectively brought to life by design teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate as part of a conceptual team to develop creative, storytelling-driven ideas across digital platforms, with a focus on emerging technologies.
• Ideate and execute visual concepts that push creative boundaries while remaining aligned with brand and audience objectives.
• Create storyboards and visual narratives that illustrate the journey and impact of your ideas.
• Explore how creative technologies (e.g., AI-driven design tools, motion graphics) can enhance engagement and storytelling.
• Package ideas in a visually compelling manner for client presentations.
• Work seamlessly with strategists, developers, and UX designers to integrate your creative vision into a cohesive digital experience.
• Ensure a high level of craftsmanship in final deliverables while adapting to real-time feedback.

Skills & Experience

• Highly creative and innovative, with a passion for art direction in digital campaigns.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented.
• Proficiency in tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects) and Figma, with experience in prototyping tools or motion design software being a strong advantage.
• 35 years of relevant experience with a portfolio showcasing digital campaigns.
• Knowledge of the financial industry is a plus.
• GenAi, Animation, Sound Design & Editing is a plus.
• Financial experience is a plus.

Offer

• Full-time, hybrid work setup.
• Work on both local and global brands.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Emphasis on ongoing learning, career development, and a collaborative culture that values creativity and impact.