We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity-focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond.

We believe that “the people with the best people win” and as such, are looking for a dynamic Digital Conceptual Art Director / Designer with 5+ years’ experience to join our JHB agency and be part of this audacious vision.

The ideal candidate will be able to ideate and execute brave, innovative work. We’re looking for a motivated individual capable of generating new ideas and then implementing them, someone who gets passionate about what technology can do for creativity and who wants to improve their creative portfolio. Concept teams are most welcome to apply.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

You’ll work closely with the creative director in determining the art direction of new projects and then make sure that your great ideas are implemented to the highest standards. You’ll be expected to function well in a team, and bring a spirit of collaboration with you when you walk through the door every morning.

Creative
• Monitor the conceptual and visual evolution of each project
• Ensure that the highest creative and design standards are met
• Become a champion of the brands you work on
• Prepare and present your own creative solutions as well as that of your team’s

Production
• Lead projects from the brainstorming session all the way through to the very last element
• Assist when needed in pitches and client presentations
• Assist our team of designers to deliver the best possible work
• Make sure that design guidelines and consistency standards are met
• Assume a mentorship role to grow junior designers

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

You’ll need to be adept in all relevant design software and practices; these are the proficiencies we’re looking for:
• Excellence in Adobe CS
• Proven Art Direction skills
• A love for presentation
• A thorough understanding of digital platforms: Web & Microsites, Digital Media, Social Media, Tech Innovation
• Positivity and Integrity

WHAT WE NEED TO SEE

• Your solid creative portfolio with a variety of projects
• Your awards list
• Your work history/CV

We don’t do ego.
We solve in the positive.

While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.  Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration.  If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

 

jackie.roe@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

M&C Saatchi Africa was born with a single purpose: to create the very best advertising and communications in Africa. We work with some of the most awarded marketers on the planet to help them connect to their consumers in Africa. We see our clients as partners, and we do everything that we can to help them solve their business challenges which sometimes even extends beyond marketing and advertising. We believe in Africa; in its potential and its people.

We also believe that “the people with the best people win” and as such, are looking for a dynamic Digital Designer with 3+ years’ experience  to join our Cape Town based agency and be part of this audacious vision.

The ideal candidate will be able to ideate and execute brave, innovative work. We’re looking for a motivated individual capable of generating new ideas and then implementing them; someone who gets passionate about what technology can do for creativity and who wants to improve their creative portfolio.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

You’ll work closely with the creative director and social content strategist in determining the art direction of new projects and then make sure that your great ideas are implemented to the highest standards. You’ll be expected to function well in a team, and bring a spirit of collaboration with you when you walk through the door every morning. 

Creative
•Monitor the conceptual and visual evolution of each project
• Ensure that the highest creative and design standards are met
• Become a champion of the brands you work on and push their creative further
• Prepare and present your own creative solutions
• Must love and understand big idea, media agnostic, brand building thinking
• Must love and understand the technical aspects of designing and thinking for a digital first world

Production
• Assist in projects from the brainstorming session all the way through to the very last element
• Assist when needed in pitches and client presentations
• Assist our digital team to deliver the best possible work 
• Make sure that design guidelines and consistency standards are met
• Assume a mentorship role to grow junior designers

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

You’ll need to be adept in all relevant design software and practices; these are the proficiencies we’re looking for:

• Excellence in Adobe CS (After Effects a must)
• Proven Art Direction skills
• A love for presentation
• A thorough understanding of digital platforms: Web & Microsites, Digital Media, Social Media, Tech Innovation
• Positivity and Integrity
• Experience in retail a plus
• Experience in marketing across Africa a plus

WHAT WE NEED TO SEE:

• Your solid creative portfolio with a variety of projects
• Your awards list 
• Your work history/CV

We don’t do ego.
We solve in the positive.

While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.  Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration.  If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

camille.darne@mcsaatchiafrica.com

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity-focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond.

We believe that “the people with the best people win” and as such, are looking for a dynamic Senior Digital Conceptual Copywriter with 5+ year’s experience  to join our JHB agency and be part of this audacious vision.

The ideal candidate will be able to ideate and execute brave, innovative work. We’re looking for a motivated individual capable of generating new ideas and then implementing them; someone who gets passionate about what technology can do for creativity and who wants to improve their creative portfolio. Concept teams are most welcome to apply. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

You’ll work closely with the creative director in dissecting briefs and discussing creative routes and ideas. You’ll be expected to function well in a team, and bring a spirit of collaboration with you when you walk through the door every morning. 

Creative
• Monitor the conceptual evolution of each project
• Ensure that the highest creative standards are met
• Become a champion of the brands you work on
• Prepare and present your own creative solutions as well as that of your team’s
• Build presentations and arguments for your ideas in a clear and logical way
• Must love and understand big idea, media agnostic, brand building thinking
• Must love and understand the technical aspects of writing and thinking for a digital first world

Production
• Writing persuasive, original copy
• Assist when needed in pitches and client presentations
• Assist our team of writers with guidance on tone and output 
• Assume a mentorship role to grow junior writers
• Be a champion of language in all forms
• Be your own proof reader

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

You’ll need to be adept in all relevant design software and practices; these are the proficiencies we’re looking for:
• Excellence in Keynote, Google Slides and PowerPoint
• Proven copy skills
• A love for presentation
• A thorough understanding of digital platforms: Web & Microsites, Digital Media, Social Media, Tech Innovation
• Positivity and Integrity

WHAT WE NEED TO SEE:

• Your solid creative portfolio with a variety of projects
• Your awards list 
• Your work history/CV

We don’t do ego.
We solve in the positive.

While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration. If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful

jackie.roe@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond. 

We believe that “the people with the best people win” and are looking for a world class JHB based Account Executive to join our team and be part of this audacious vision. We are looking for a brave, bright, optimistic problem solver.

6 Core qualities that we are looking for:
1. Passion for creativity - Fights for brilliant creative work and actively seeks to drive enviable creative solutions and opportunities on every brief.
2. Connector of dots – someone who can work across a complex client business & drive cohesion by bringing the right people together to solve problems quickly.
3. Operational smarts – ability to get work out in an efficient & effective manner
4. Relationship builder –  A natural leader who is able to work with multiple stakeholders both within the agency environment and when dealing with client.
5. Passionate about admin & the detail: Pays attention to the details and worries about the little things and has strong organization, admin and time management skills.
6. Drives positivity -  is energetic with a go-getter attitude and injects this into the team

Four simple ways you will be measured:
1. Happy People: Build relationships of trust, respect and partnership within our culture that allows people to be  and do their best. 
2. Happy Clients: Responsible for day-to-day client integration on active projects and ensure client is up to speed wrt status on jobs. Able to lead conversations and meetings regarding specific projects. Client must have a strong sense of confidence in you and must be able to depend on you for all the detail on projects.
3. Happy Money: With an understanding of how the agency makes money and how the account should be charged, you confidently manage the financial administration on your portfolio.
4. Happy Work: You have a trusted relationship with your creative and production teams and is able to conduct creative meetings and assess the work against the clarity of a well written brief.  

Three things you must have:
1. One to three years' experience in the account management function (big agency experience is preferable)
2. Experienced in working with senior clients across multiple stakeholders
3. A natural leader with fantastic people skills - both within the agency environment and when dealing with client

We don't do ego.
We solve in the positive.

While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration. 

If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. 

jobs@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond.
 
We believe that “the people with the best people win” and are looking for a world class  Johannesburg based Group Account Director to join our team and be part of this audacious vision. We are looking for a brave, bright, optimistic problem solver.

6 Core qualities that we are looking for:

1. Passion for creativity - Fights for brilliant creative work and actively seeks to drive enviable creative solutions and opportunities on every brief.
2. Connector of dots – someone who can work across a complex client business & drive cohesion by bringing the right people together to solve problems quickly.
3. Operational smarts – ability to get work out in an efficient & effective manner
4. Relationship builder – A natural leader who is able to work with multiple stakeholders both within the agency environment and when dealing with client.
5. Passionate about admin & the detail: Pays attention to the details and worries about the little things and has strong organization, admin and time management skills.
6. Drives positivity - is energetic with a go-getter attitude and injects this into the team

Four simple ways you will be measured:

1. Happy People: Build relationships of trust, respect and partnership within our culture that allows people to be and do their best, as well as be responsible for managing and growing the core skills of their junior team members.
2. Happy Clients: Client has full trust and confidence in you to lead projects; take briefs; and manage client presentations without senior involvement.  You are able to identify opportunities to build on and grow the client relationship – You are able to surprise and delight beyond the day-to-day.
3. Happy Money: You are responsible for ensuring the brand team charges for work correctly, and ensures the necessary "checks and balances" are in place to drive seamless financial administration of the account. You can also confidently do first drafts of fee proposals and has a very clear understanding of how the agency makes money.
4. Happy Work: You have a trusted relationship with your creative, strategy and production teams and is able to conduct creative meetings and assess and push the work against the clarity of a well written brief. You continuously ensure that there is consistent brand alignment in all the work produced.

Four things you must have:

1. Five + years' experience in the account management function (big agency experience is preferable)
2. Experienced in working with senior clients across multiple stakeholders
3. Good knowledge of media landscape (traditional & digital)
4. A natural leader with fantastic people skills - both within the agency environment and when dealing with client

One thing that will give you an edge

You will be working on alcohol brands, so deep knowledge of the industry and a firm grasp of its terminology, advertising guidelines and rules will stand you in good stead. 

We don't do ego.
We solve in the positive.

While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration. 

If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. 

jobs@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond. 

We believe that “the people with the best people win” and are looking for a world class JHB based Business Unit Director to join our team and be part of this audacious vision. We are looking for a brave, bright, optimistic problem solver.

Experience required: 

• Ten+ years of experience in the account management function 
• Critical business understanding - achieving and exceeding forecasting, managing client budgets and agency revenue/income reporting
• Experience in running big blue chip businesses for an agency successfully for a number of years
• Strong mentoring and coaching instincts, supporting growth for a team from AE's to AD's 
• Has experience in ATL, BTL, Activations and digital, and preferably has experience working on financial services

4 Criteria for Success:

1. Happy Clients 
Clients absolutely value your input on their business as you hold the relationship with the most senior clients and engages meaningfully to drive a partnership model. You demonstrate the ability to provide advice and direction to clients to meet marketing and communication objectives while identifying opportunities to improve our role within the client business
 
2. Happy Work
You hold a trusted and valued partnership relationship with creative teams and embed innovative thinking into the core of the business. Your involvement with the team actively promotes the development of creative and impactful work by embedding innovative thinking and strategic direction to the delivery of the work.
 
3. Happy Money
You confidently manage the client budgets and the financial fitness of the account (profitability, staff and income ratios) while driving / identifying additional revenue & business opportunities to increase forecasts.
 
4. Happy People
You are jointly responsible for the performance of your teams and setting a high benchmark for excellence in your department. You lead by example and build a respected and trusted team under your wing. You are the coach that imparts knowledge and the mentor that inspires the team to be and do their best.

We don't do ego.
We solve in the positive.
While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration. 

If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. 

jobs@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond. 

We believe that “the people with the best people win” and are looking for a world class Cape Town based Account Director to join our team and be part of this audacious vision. We are looking for a brave, bright, optimistic problem solver.

6 Core qualities that we are looking for:

1. Passion for creativity - Fights for brilliant creative work and actively seeks to drive enviable creative solutions and opportunities on every brief.
2. Connector of dots – someone who can work across a complex client business & drive cohesion by bringing the right people together to solve problems quickly.
3. Operational smarts – ability to get work out in an efficient & effective manner
4. Relationship builder – A natural leader who is able to work with multiple stakeholders both within the agency environment and when dealing with client.
5. Passionate about admin & the detail: Pays attention to the details and worries about the little things and has strong organization, admin and time management skills.
6. Drives positivity - is energetic with a go-getter attitude and injects this into the team

Four simple ways you will be measured:

1. Happy People: Build relationships of trust, respect and partnership within our culture that allows people to be and do their best, as well as be responsible for managing and growing the core skills of their junior team members.
2. Happy Clients: Client has full trust and confidence in you to lead projects; take briefs; and manage client presentations without senior involvement.  You are able to identify opportunities to build on and grow the client relationship – You are able to surprise and delight beyond the day-to-day.
3. Happy Money: You are responsible for ensuring the brand team charges for work correctly, and ensures the necessary "checks and balances" are in place to drive seamless financial administration of the account. You can also confidently do first drafts of fee proposals and has a very clear understanding of how the agency makes money.
4. Happy Work: You have a trusted relationship with your creative, strategy and production teams and is able to conduct creative meetings and assess and push the work against the clarity of a well written brief. You continuously ensure that there is consistent brand alignment in all the work produced.

Four things you must have:

1. Five + years' experience in the account management function (big agency experience is preferable)
2. Experienced in working with senior clients across multiple stakeholders
3. Good knowledge of media landscape (traditional & digital)
4. A natural leader with fantastic people skills - both within the agency environment and when dealing with client

We don't do ego.
We solve in the positive.

While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration. 

If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. 

jobs@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond.  We believe that “the people with the best people win” and our JHB Agency is looking for an experienced Proofreader/QA/Writer to join our team and be part of this audacious vision.

You will be responsible for proofing, and editing written and digital content in a fast-paced agency environment. You will also be required to write content for websites, brochures and the like from time to time. QA’s who are able to check the technical correctness of the design/CI are more likely to land the job – and any unicorns who are also able to perform tech QA will of course be loved and welcomed with open arms.
 
The two critical aspects for success:
1. An excellent command of English as a 1st language.
2. A natural perfectionist who is meticulous and has an obsession for detail.
 
Two things you will be responsible for:
1. Proofreading work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, usage, consistency, and brand voice.
2. Cross-checking references and data to ensure the accuracy of content.
 
Required skills and qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years in a similar role, along with the following:

1. Computer proficiency 
2. Strong writing ability
3. Detail oriented –whether on paper or on-screen, you’ll need to have a knack for catching the most basic of errors.
4. Quick reader – with deadlines always around the corner, you’ll read and edit quickly without sacrificing quality
5. Multitasker – as your priorities may change from day to day, so you will need to be both flexible and persistent in your pursuit of the perfect copy

We don't do ego.
We solve in the positive.

While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.  Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration.  If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

jackie.roe@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond. 

We believe that “the people with the best people win” and are looking for a dynamic copywriter/content manager with three to five years' experience to join our team and be part of this audacious vision. You must have worked in a digital environment for at least 1 year. You will be responsible for bold creative ideas, copywriting for digital, conceptual development and crafted storytelling across digital channels for recognisable, digitally-forward, blue-chip brands. We are looking for a JHB based, brave, bright, optimistic problem solver

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Lead and execute social media content and strategy for M&C Saatchi Abel client campaigns: 

• Creating content in line with a brand’s social media strategy and tone
• Partner with a digital designer to create break-through, award winning digital communications
• Writing content that is suitable for various social media platforms
• Helping to drive campaign ideas and creative brainstorming sessions
• Driving engagement and conversations with the community and ultimately establishing brand loyalty
• Identifying tactical and relevant opportunities to engage with the community
• Working closely with the Analytics team to drive positive sentiment and optimise on content opportunities
• Executing and optimising content during campaigns to ensure momentum and optimal visibility
• Live streaming/tweeting/Instagram stories from events
• Keeping up-to-date with the latest trends within the digital and social media landscape
• Executing social media competitions and collating entries
• Monitor effective benchmarks (best practices) for measuring the impact of Social Media campaigns. 
• Analyse, review, and report on effectiveness of campaigns in an effort to maximise results

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• A varied (and award-winning) portfolio book which contains a mix of real work and a strong conceptual ability
• Clear copy skills – craft, insight, argument
• A hunger for the industry and an interest to grow
• A proven track record in reputable advertising agencies with a portfolio of work
• A strong agency pedigree and will add to the culture of the agency 
• Humorous work will be a big plus.
• Time management and multitasking skills – ability to prioritise and track time
• Displays in-depth knowledge, understanding & proficiency of Social Media platforms, their respective participants (Facebook, Twitter, Google+, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and Pinterest, as well as emerging platforms etc.) and how each platform can be deployed in different scenarios
• Conceptualisation of campaign ideas according to client briefs and proactive agency work
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience fulfilling the Social Media Manager role agency or client side
• Critical analysis of social media data in order to pull out key learnings to client
• You’re a team player with the confidence to take the lead and guide other employees when necessary (i.e.: content development, creation and editing of content, and online reputation management)
• Maintains excellent writing and language skills
• Understanding of design principles

We don't do ego.
We solve in the positive.
While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. 

Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration. 
If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. 

jackie.roe@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond. 
We believe that “the people with the best people win” and are looking for a world class Johannesburg based creative team to join our team and be part of this audacious vision. We are looking for a brave, bright, optimistic problem solvers.

Candidates can apply as a team or individuals.

The ideal team/candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• An exciting portfolio (real work on real clients) - please submit this with your application
• Advertising agency experience of at least four years in the industry, having worked in a reputable advertising agency
• A varied book which contains a mix of real work and a strong conceptual ability
• Presentation skills and client facing experience required
• Preference will be given to candidates with a vast portfolio and experience in BTL, Activations and Digital – on top of their ATL expertise. 
• A strong agency pedigree and will add to the culture of the agency with an interesting sense of humour
• Has strong abilities and experience conceptualising and implementing large campaigns - particular in the BTL/Activations space
• Taking ‘ownership’ is key. 
• Must have the ability to see a project through from start to finish.
• Must love and understand big idea, media agnostic, brand building thinking
• Must love and understand the technical aspects of writing, designing and thinking for a digital first world

This is a great opportunity with a lot of scope for development and fame.

We don't do ego.
We solve in the positive.
While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration. 
If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. 

If this opportunity excites you, please apply!

jackie.roe@mcsaatchiabel.co.za

We are a highly entrepreneurial and opportunity focused company who want to be the most desired creative company on the African continent and beyond. 
We believe that “the people with the best people win” and are looking for a dynamic Johannesburg based Head of Design to join our team and be part of this audacious vision. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

It is your responsibility to ensure world-class design across our JHB studio. Oversee, inspire, mentor and manage your teams to create brilliant work. Partner with traffic to ensure workflow of your team. Always give recognition and inspire the design team while still focusing on creating your own award-winning work. It is critical that you become a voice within the industry representing the agency on various industry design forums and panels. Champion and inspire the Agency internally about all aspects design. We’re a hands-on agency. The successful applicant will be expected to function as an award winning designer in their own right – and not just as a manager and mentor.

5 CORE FOCUS AREAS:

1. People and Relationship Management
Probably the most important part of your job: Rallying all agency disciplines to solve problems and create beautifully simple work. You are also responsible for the happiness, performance and motivation levels of your team. You are both manager and mentor and should have excellent interpersonal skills. Employing the right, diverse team is key

2. Conceptual Thinking:
You are ultimately responsible for the impeccable quality of thinking that your team produces. You should be able to both develop ,inspire and guide your team towards unique and impactful ideas for every brief.  We're all about producing beautifully simple solutions for a complex world, this is your ultimate focus.

3. Execution
You are the benchmark of quality and the standard for design and art direction in the agency. Your talent should be beyond question and be the envy of all below you. You should display an intolerance for the ordinary.

4. Presentation
You can present work with conviction to the most senior clients and organisational heads. You will be responsible for presenting your teams pitch work. You will need to be able to present work right from strategy to creative execution.

5. Production
You will be responsible for all production decisions: choice of suppliers and the quality of work you extract from them. You should feel confident having the final say on work before it goes to client and to print.

2 REQUIREMENTS WHEN APPLYING:

1. A Link to an envious portfolio of award-winning design work across blue chip clients
2.Extensive Agency experience (over 5 years minimum in admired and respected agencies)

We don't do ego.
We solve in the positive.
While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration. 

If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful. 

jackie.roe@mcsaatchiabel.co.za