Digital Creative Director
Ogilvy South AfricaJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Posted January 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Ogilvy South Africa is a leading integrated communications agency that builds and transforms brands across advertising, marketing, PR, and digital services. With more than 900 professionals in three offices, the agency delivers creative, strategic, and media solutions for clients such as KFC, VW, SAB, BP, DStv, and Mondelez. Rooted in a legacy of creative excellence and integrity, Ogilvy South Africa combines global expertise with a deep understanding of the South African market to help brands "make matter". Its distinctive approach blends heritage, humility, and a relentless focus on delivering measurable impact through advertising, digital marketing, activations, and media buying.
Job Description
Ogilvy Johannesburg is seeking a Digital Creative Director to lead the creative team and elevate the brand across all digital platforms. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of digital trends and a passion for creating engaging and effective digital experiences.
Requirements
- Highly conceptual
- Exceptional strategic thinking
- Must have led the conceptualisation and execution of integrated campaigns and pure digital campaigns
- Must demonstrate an understanding of digital platforms and digital channels
- In-depth working knowledge of existing and emerging technologies & platforms
- A strong understanding of best practice interaction and visual design principles
- Key responsibilities: lead and inspire a team, develop and execute creative strategies, oversee content creation, collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage budgets and timelines, analyze data and user feedback, present creative concepts and strategies
Benefits
- None mentioned