Group Head - Creative Leadership Role

ninety9cents Cape Town, Western Cape

Full-time Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Today

Cape Town, Western Cape Full-time Closes 13 Nov 2026

What the job is: This is a senior leadership position as Group Head at ninety9cents, a creative agency based in Cape Town. You will lead a team of talented art directors to develop high-impact visual concepts for campaigns across all platforms, including digital, print, TV, and social media. The role requires a strong creative vision, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire a team while delivering exceptional work for clients.

What you will do: Lead and mentor a team of art directors, guiding their creative growth and ensuring high-quality output. Develop innovative campaign ideas aligned with client goals and brand identity. Oversee the entire creative process from concept to final approval. Collaborate with copywriters, strategists, and other teams to craft compelling creative strategies. Manage day-to-day operations, workflows, and deadlines. Present creative concepts to clients and build strong relationships. Integrate AI-powered design tools to streamline workflows.

What you need: Tertiary degree/diploma in art direction, marketing, or communications. 8+ years of experience in advertising (agency preferred), with proven leadership experience. Portfolio showcasing exceptional creative concepts across multiple channels. Strong conceptual skills, design principles knowledge, and communication abilities. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office 365. Leadership qualities for mentoring and managing tight deadlines.

What you will get: Permanent full-time role with market-related remuneration. Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced creative environment. Lead a team, shape creative strategies, and contribute to high-profile retail campaigns.