Description

We're on the hunt for an ACD – Art who’s equal parts design thinker, team leader, and hands-on executor. Someone who can translate strategy into stunning visuals, lead design conversations with clients, and elevate the creative output across digital, social, and integrated campaigns. If you are a digital first thinker, are always on the scroll, love the craft, live on design blogs, and can crack a scroll-stopping Instagram post as effortlessly as a full-blown brand campaign—read on.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Creative & Design Leadership
  • Lead visual ideation for digital-first campaigns, social content, product launches, brand films, self-shot reels and more.
  • Define the art direction and visual tone for BAU and projects—right from pitch to execution.
  • Collaborate with the Copy ACD/CD to build compelling and cohesive creative narratives.
• Execution & Oversight
  • Oversee the design process end-to-end: briefing, conceptualization, reviews, and delivery.
  • Push for pixel-perfect execution across formats—static, video, motion, web, and mobile.
  • Maintain high visual standards while meeting client goals and timelines.
• Mentoring & Team Development
  • Mentor junior designers and art directors—sharpen their craft, encourage experimentation, and provide constructive feedback.
  • Conduct regular reviews and share knowledge on design trends, tools, and best
• Client & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Present ideas confidently to internal teams and clients.
  • Work closely with strategy, copy, tech, account management, and media to bring ideas to life seamlessly.

Skills & experience required to Succeed in this role:

• 8–10 years of design experience, with the last 2-3 years in a digital-first or integrated creative agency.
• A strong portfolio showcasing digital campaigns, social content, branding, and integrated work.
• Good English Communication skills – both spoken and written.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, and presentation design tools.
•  Experience with motion design (After Effects, Premiere Pro) or a strong eye for animation.
• Proficiency in AI design tools (Midjourney, Firefly, DALL·E, etc.)
• Exposure to shoots, branding projects, or tech/product-based campaigns.
• Ability to lead photo/video shoots and guide post-production when needed.
• A keen understanding of digital platforms, social behaviours, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent sense of typography, layout, colour theory, and UI/UX basics.