PropertyGuru ★ 3.7

We believe in the power of strategic design and storytelling to elevate how our brand connects with audiences. As Art Director, you will be the Country Creative Lead's key creative partner-shaping high-impact visuals, elevating brand expression, and delivering best-in-class design across major marketing initiatives.

Your primary focus is graphic design and art direction: crafting thoughtful, high-quality visuals, developing concepts, and setting a strong creative standard in the studio. You will independently own significant design projects and help evolve the visual identity through strong craft, sharp conceptual thinking, and a deep understanding of brand systems.

Motion and video capabilities are a nice to have, but not essential. What matters most is your ability to create powerful visual narratives, explore ideas fearlessly, and contribute positively to the Creative Studio culture.

As a Guru You Are Accountable For

Art Direction & High-Impact Design (Core)

• Deliver elevated graphic design and art direction across campaigns, brand work, digital assets, print, and social content.
• Transform briefs into clear, compelling visual concepts and polished final deliverables.
• Own end-to-end execution of design projects with minimal oversight.
• Maintain the highest standards of craft, typography, and visual consistency.
• Partner closely with the Country Creative Lead to co-develop ideas, mood boards, and visual directions for major initiatives.
• Contribute strong conceptual thinking and help shape the visual narrative for campaigns.
• Bring forward creative references, inspiration, and new approaches that push the brand forward.
  
  

AI-Assisted Creative Development

• Use AI tools to explore visual directions, support ideation, develop moodboards, and speed up workflows.
• Experiment with new AI capabilities and contribute insights to the studio.
• Use AI to complement-not replace-design craft and conceptual thinking.
  
  

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Work closely with Marketing, Product, Sales, and other stakeholders to understand business goals and translate them into effective visual design.
• Communicate clearly around creative rationale, options, and refinements.
  
  

Studio Culture & Creative Contribution

• Be a positive, collaborative, inspiring presence in the Creative Studio-sharing feedback, inspiration, and creative energy.
• Support junior team members with casual guidance when needed (no formal management expectations).
• Help uphold a culture of experimentation, craftsmanship, and continuous learning.
  
  

Quality Control & Production

• Ensure all design output is polished, accurate, and production-ready.
• Troubleshoot design challenges and proactively propose creative solutions.
  
  

Trend Awareness & Inspiration

• Stay current on global design trends, typography, culture, and AI developments.
• Introduce new ideas and references that keep the brand modern, relevant, and visually strong.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

Experience & Craft

• Proven years of experience in graphic design, art direction, or brand design in an agency or fast-paced in-house environment.
• A portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking, brand systems, and high-quality design execution.
• Proven ability to take a concept from idea to final, production-ready output.
  
  

Technical Expertise (Core)

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Deep understanding of layout, typography, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Comfort using AI design tools (e.g., Midjourney, Firefly, automation workflows).
  
  

Motion/Video (Nice to Have)

• Experience with basic or intermediate motion graphics (After Effects) or video editing (Premiere Pro).
• Willingness to learn or experiment with motion when needed.
  
  

Collaboration & Workstyle

• Strong communication skills and ability to articulate design rationale.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and deliver under tight timelines.
• Collaborative, open, and proactive in contributing to team culture.
  
  

Bonus Skills

• Experience with Figma or familiarity with UI/UX fundamentals.
• Illustration, photography, or other complementary craft skills.