Creative Head – Art Director

Creative Head – Art

Location: Vashi (WFO)

Experience: 12+ years

Department: Creative / Brand & Design

CTC: 26 to 28 L

Role Overview

We are looking for a visionary Creative Head – Art to lead and elevate the visual direction across all digital and integrated campaigns. This role requires a blend of strong design expertise, leadership skills, and strategic thinking to deliver compelling, brand-defining creative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Leadership

Lead the art and design function across digital campaigns, social media, branding, and integrated marketing initiatives

Define and maintain high creative standards, ensuring consistency and quality across all outputs

Translate brand strategies into visually engaging and impactful creative concepts

Concept Development

Collaborate with copywriters, strategists, and account teams to develop innovative campaign ideas

Drive ideation for pitches, new business proposals, and ongoing client campaigns

Stay ahead of design trends, digital innovations, and emerging technologies

Team Management

Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, illustrators, and visual artists

Provide constructive feedback and guide team members to achieve creative excellence

Allocate resources effectively and oversee project timelines

Client & Stakeholder Interaction

Present creative concepts to clients and stakeholders with confidence and clarity

Understand client briefs and business objectives to deliver impactful visual solutions

Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Execution & Quality Control

Oversee end-to-end creative execution from concept to final delivery

Ensure all deliverables meet brand guidelines, timelines, and quality benchmarks

Review and approve designs, layouts, and visual assets

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in fine arts, Design, Visual Communication, or related field

12+ years of experience in an advertising or digital marketing agency

Strong portfolio showcasing digital campaigns, branding, and visual storytelling

Expertise in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, etc.)

Deep understanding of digital platforms, social media trends, and UI/UX basics

Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Skills

Experience working with integrated campaigns (digital + offline)

Knowledge of motion graphics, video production, and emerging formats

Strategic thinking with a strong understanding of brand building

Experience in managing large teams and multi-brand portfolios

Key Attributes

Highly creative and detail-oriented

Strong aesthetic sense and storytelling ability

Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach

Ability to balance creativity with business objectives