- Location
- Johannesburg, ZA
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Marketing
- Seniority
- Senior
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Company Description
Machine_ is a creative solutions agency represented across Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban, where fearless minds lead to borderless creativity. At Machine_ we believe that intuition and gut feel aren’t enough. That’s why everything we do starts with solving a problem. Our solutions are born from human behaviour, unique local landscape knowledge and consumer data that unlock the right insights. Our team of passionate creatives use these to create impactful and accountable solutions that reach consumers at the right time and right place in their connected worlds.
https://thisismachine.co.za/
Overview
We’re on the hunt for a senior, award-winning conceptual creative TEAM that works through the line—an Art Director and Copywriter duo—who thrive on big ideas and bold storytelling. This is not a rollout role. We want thinkers, makers, and cultural shapers who can craft work that resonates with South Africa’s diverse market and drives real impact as we want to ensure that we bring groundbreaking ideas to our clients.
Responsibilities
• Develop original, high-impact ideas across ATL, BTL, and digital platforms.• Collaborate with strategy, account, and production teams to bring ideas to life.• Craft compelling visual and verbal narratives tailored to South African audiences.• Lead and mentor junior creatives, fostering a culture of excellence.• Present and sell ideas with clarity, confidence, and passion.• Push creative boundaries while staying aligned with brand and business goals.
Qualifications
• Tertiary qualification in your specialty or 7+ years in a creative agency.• Proven leadership in successful campaigns and creative projects.• Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual ATL and digital work.• Recognition at major award shows (Cannes, One Show, Loeries, Clios, Bookmarks).• Minimum of one gold award or craft certificate at a local/international show.• Exceptional communication, presentation, and strategic thinking skills.• Deep understanding of influencer, mobile, podcast, OOH, guerrilla, activations, and direct marketing.• Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback.• Strong attention to detail and creative passion.• Proactive, solutions-driven attitude.
• Proven experience as a creative team (Art Director & Copywriter) in a top-tier agency.• Awarded portfolio across multiple channels and categories.• Strong conceptual thinking and ability to originate ideas from scratch.• Deep understanding of South African culture.
Additional Information
Publics Groupe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibits any forms of Discrimination or Harassment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees in line with our Employment Equity Plan. All appointments will be based on qualifications, experience and best fit but preference will be given to all affirmative action candidates or designated groups.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks after submitting your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
