Job Description

ABOUT US

Webedia is a global media and technology company, specialized in the recreation and entertainment industries. Content production, Social, Influence, Data and technology are our keys to create emotional experiences and the best value for brands to stand out. With 229 million unique visitors and 4 billion views / months with our media brands and top talents, we are part of the leading digital companies worldwide. We are currently expanding to APAC with brand new offices in Singapore, and are looking for you to support our growth.

JOB DESCRIPTION

First things first, we are looking for a team player who is ready to jump in ! If you think you have what it takes & you have just the perfect mix of writing, social media and analytics… Read on ! We are looking for an experienced Creative Director to provide our creative team with guidance and ideas to launch new impressive projects. You will devise the concepts and strategies for a particular venture and will monitor its progress. You will be able to implement your creative vision and become the point of reference for any creative plan that wants to make its way to the customers. The goal is to achieve the best possible outcome of our projects both visually and essentially to meet customer expectations and drive our sustainable growth. The role is based in Singapore.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceive and implement concepts, guidelines and strategies in various creative projects and oversee them to completion
• Collaborate with account executives to obtain knowledge of the clients’ requirements
• Direct and motivate teams of art directors, illustrators, copywriters etc. to help them use their talents effectively
• Lead brainstorming/creative sessions to generate ideas
• Write and design unique and well-crafted copy that meet clients’ needs as well as our own
• Revise content and presentations, approve/reject ideas, provide feedback to the team
• Train and guide subordinates into accomplished professionals
• Monitor results of team efforts and propose actions for the future

• Proven experience as a creative director or in a similar creative role
• Hand-on experience in creative process, marketing, graphic design and brand development
• Excellent working knowledge of software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign etc.
• Outstanding leadership and organization skills
• Exemplary interpersonal and analytical abilities
• BSc/BA in advertising, fine art, design or relevant field; MSc/MA will be considered an asset

• Optimism and drive — Positive energy, “can-do” attitude, and a love of problem-solving through collaboration. You don’t have to do everything yourself, but you are accountable for searching for answers and getting help when something important needs to be done.
• Obsessive about details — You make sure that nothing slips. When something lands on your plate, you make sure that everything gets done. Nothing escapes your focus.
• Extreme work-ethic — You don’t stop until the problem is put to bed, especially if the problem is challenging and forces you to grow.
• Problem solver — You can’t help but identify problems and move aggressively to resolve them, often with creative solutions.
• Polished and articulate communicator — You have no problem writing great emails that are short, effective, and easy to read. But if that doesn’t work, you pick up the phone and speak confidently with senior executives. All this while sounding like a real person.
• Deeply empathetic — You can read people and know how to interact with them. You can figure out what is important to people and meet them where they are.
• Coachable — You want to get better and crave feedback of all types.
• Esports aficionados — Understand, know and living the video game and esports industry would be a big plus.