Position: Creative Director Industry: Gaming and Betting Gross Salary: Competitive Location: Nairobi, Kenya About the Client: Our client is a leading player in the gaming and betting industry, offering innovative and exciting products across multiple platforms.
They are committed to delivering world-class gaming experiences and continually push the boundaries of creativity and design.
The company values a dynamic, forward-thinking approach to visual storytelling and brand identity.
Job Purpose: The Creative Director will be responsible for leading the creative vision and strategy for gaming and betting products across both online and retail platforms.
This role involves managing a team of designers, developing innovative and engaging content and ensuring brand consistency.
The ideal candidate will be a seasoned creative professional with a strong background in design, exceptional leadership abilities and a passion for delivering world-class user experiences.
Key Responsibilities: Lead a team of designers to create high-quality graphics and animations that enhance the user experience across all platforms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, marketing and technology, to align creative direction with company goals and execute on key projects.
Stay updated with the latest industry trends, design innovations and gaming developments and incorporate these into the company's creative strategy.
Develop and maintain brand guidelines to ensure a consistent visual identity across all products and platforms both online and retail.
Present creative concepts and designs to senior leadership and key stakeholders for approval, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
Manage the creative budget, ensuring resources are efficiently allocated to deliver high-quality work within timelines and budget constraints.
Foster a creative environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and professional growth within the team.
Oversee the entire creative process from concept to execution, ensuring the final product meets high standards of quality and creativity.
Qualifications and Skills: Bachelors degree in Design, Advertising, or a related field.
At least 7 years of experience in a creative leadership role with a proven track record of managing creative teams.
Strong portfolio showcasing creative direction, design skills and successful projects across multiple platforms.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present creative concepts to stakeholders.
Proven experience in managing and developing a team of designers, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.
Deep understanding of user experience (UX) principles and their application in product design.
Experience working with cross-functional teams, including product management, marketing and technology departments.
Proficiency with the latest design tools and software, including Adobe Creative Cloud, Sketch, Figma and other design platforms.
Technical Skills: Expertise in graphic design, animation, and motion graphics.
Strong knowledge of branding and visual identity development.
Understanding of UX/UI principles and how they apply to digital products Ability to manage a design team and provide constructive feedback.
Personal Attributes: Highly creative with a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Ability to handle multiple projects with tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
A proactive, problem-solving approach with a positive attitude.
Competencies: Ability to stay up-to-date with industry trends and apply them to creative strategies.
Strong organizational and time management skills, ensuring project deadlines are met.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence key stakeholders.
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