Creative Manager

Zoe Communications   (Buea)

Posted : 8 September, 2020

Category : Communication   Location : Buea

Job type : Full Time

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Creative Manager, Zoe Communications

Job Description

Zoe Communication is gearing up to establish itself as the leader in marketing, communications and advertising in Cameroon and beyond, and we’re hoping that we can include you, as our newest Creative Manager. Leading a team of thinkers and doers, we expect you to bring a mix of marketing expertise and business understanding of the position, promoting our company and that of our valued clients. We’re looking for an experienced manager of people, someone that can inspire others, taking our creativity to a new level as we continue to grow. We are looking for someone with a natural eye for design and a drive to inspire dynamic ideas that connect with all types of audiences.

Objectives of this Role

· Build, lead, and review work of the creative team in the production of all web, print, and digital marketing collateral

· Spearhead and manage content strategy for both small-scale and large-scale projects, harnessing strategy, digital and brand design, compelling content, and technology

· Collaborate with the media Planning and Placement department in developing marketing plans, analyzing results, and identifying opportunities

· Develop internal marketing campaigns that translate marketing objectives across business units into clear and motivating creative strategies

· Analyze brand tracking, market trends, consumer need, and the competitive landscape

· Meet budget standards by forecasting and managing expenses

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

· Collaborate closely with the Visual Storytelling and Media Planning and Placement departments in the strategic development of messages and deliverables

· Prioritize work and resources across engagements based on short- and long-term needs, establishing production schedules by collaborating with the Visual Storytelling department.

· Conduct brainstorming sessions with all departments, maintaining strategic and creative thinking to develop innovative and actionable creative initiatives in a fiscally responsible manner

· Review and approve art and copy developed by the team, ensuring deliverables that effectively address marketing goals and challenges

· Produce fresh, innovative work that translates complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences for visually sophisticated audiences

· Present, or oversee the presentation of final concepts, and obtain approvals for deliverables

Skills and Qualifications

· 3 years of related experience with 1+ years of creative direction in an agency or corporate setting

· Years of experience creating marketing/advertising campaigns from developing vision and the messaging platform to overseeing production on time and budget

· Understanding and past experience creating integrated content across all marketing channels from digital, social media, paid media, mobile, but also understand offline and print

· Proven experience with concept development

· Highly skilled with leading a team of creative talent

· Strong creative vision with an understanding of business objectives

Preferred Qualifications

· Bsc or equivalent in marketing or business

· Prior experience with design, or production

· Prior project management experience, with a focus on creative direction

 

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