About Company
Join Career.zycto and unleash your potential in a dynamic creative landscape. We are a forward-thinking talent acquisition and development firm committed to connecting exceptional professionals with innovative opportunities across various sectors. For a visionary advertising executive, Career.zycto offers a unique platform to shape impactful campaigns, collaborate with diverse clients, and truly influence brand narratives. We believe in fostering an environment where bold ideas are celebrated, strategic execution is paramount, and every team member contributes to pushing creative boundaries. If you thrive on challenging the status quo and delivering measurable results, your next career chapter starts here.
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Job Description
Are you a visionary advertising leader with a passion for transforming brands through compelling creative strategies? Career.zycto is seeking an exceptional Advertising Executive, Creative Work to join our vibrant team in Kiambu, Kiambu County. This pivotal role requires a dynamic individual who can conceptualize, develop, and execute groundbreaking advertising campaigns that resonate with target audiences and drive measurable business results across Kenya and beyond.
As our Advertising Executive, Creative Work, you will be the driving force behind innovative creative solutions, leading projects from initial brief to final delivery. You’ll be instrumental in shaping brand identities, crafting persuasive narratives, and ensuring all creative output aligns with client objectives and market trends. Your expertise will span across traditional mediums such as print, outdoor, and broadcast, as well as digital platforms including social media, web, and experiential marketing, requiring a keen understanding of their diverse creative demands.
Beyond ideation, this role demands strong leadership and mentorship skills. You will guide and inspire a talented creative team, fostering an an environment of collaboration, continuous improvement, and creative excellence. Your ability to articulate complex creative visions, present concepts effectively to clients, and manage multiple projects simultaneously will be key to your success. We are looking for someone who thrives under pressure, embraces creative challenges, and consistently delivers high-quality, impactful work that exceeds expectations.
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This is more than just a creative role; it’s an opportunity to impact significant brands, contribute to our growth, and leave a lasting mark on the advertising landscape in Kenya. We need a strategic thinker who can not only generate brilliant ideas but also understand their commercial implications and measure their effectiveness. If you possess an unwavering commitment to creative innovation, coupled with a strategic mindset, exceptional leadership abilities, and a proven track record of success, we invite you to apply and help us redefine what’s possible in advertising.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the conceptualization and development of innovative advertising campaigns across various media (digital, print, OOH, broadcast, experiential).
- Translate client briefs and marketing objectives into compelling creative strategies and executions.
- Oversee the entire creative process from ideation to final production, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.
- Mentor, inspire, and manage a team of designers, copywriters, art directors, and other creative professionals.
- Present creative concepts and strategies to clients with clarity, conviction, and persuasive communication.
- Ensure brand consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all creative outputs.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities to inform creative approaches.
- Collaborate closely with account management, strategy, and media teams to ensure integrated campaign execution.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to optimize creative output.
- Conduct creative reviews and provide constructive feedback to continuously elevate the quality and impact of work.
Required Skills
- Exceptional portfolio showcasing a range of successful advertising campaigns and creative projects.
- Profound understanding of marketing principles, brand strategy, and consumer psychology.
- Expertise in creative direction and concept development across multiple platforms and channels.
- Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring abilities.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in creative software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro).
- Ability to think strategically, solve complex problems, and translate business goals into innovative creative solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines effectively.
- Deep understanding of the Kenyan market, cultural nuances, and consumer behavior.
- Results-oriented with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to creative excellence.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Graphic Design, Communications, or a related field.
- Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIM, ADMA).
- Experience working with international brands or agencies.
- Proven track record of winning industry awards or recognition for creative work.
- Familiarity with performance marketing metrics and data-driven creative optimization.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health insurance plan.
- Generous paid time off and public holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and innovation-driven work environment.
- Exposure to diverse and impactful client projects.
- Modern office facilities in the heart of Kiambu.
- Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities.
- Contribution to shaping prominent brands in the Kenyan market.
How to Apply
Ready to shape the future of advertising? If you are a highly creative, strategic, and results-driven professional eager to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply! Please click on the application link below to submit your resume, a compelling cover letter outlining your experience and creative philosophy, and a link to your online portfolio. Show us why you’re the ideal candidate to lead our creative endeavors. We look forward to reviewing your application.
