Job description

INDIRA UNIVERSITYJob Title: Creative Director Branding TeamLocation: Indira University, PuneExperience: 8+ YearsRole Overview:Indira University is seeking a visionary and strategic Creative Director to lead its Branding Team. This role is pivotal in shaping and elevating the University’s brand identity across all platforms. The incumbent will drive creative excellence, oversee brand communication strategies, and ensure consistent, high-impact visual and content storytelling aligned with the institution’s premium positioning.Key Responsibilities:Lead the development and execution of comprehensive brand strategies to strengthen the University’s positioning and visibility.Oversee all creative outputs including digital campaigns, print collaterals, social media content, website creatives, and event branding.Ensure consistency of brand identity, tone, and messaging across all internal and external communications.Manage and mentor the creative team including designers, content writers, and external agencies.Collaborate closely with marketing, admissions, and leadership teams to align branding with business objectives and enrollment goals.Conceptualize and execute high-impact campaigns for admissions, events, and institutional promotions.Drive innovation in design, storytelling, and digital engagement to enhance brand recall and differentiation.Review and approve creative deliverables, ensuring quality, originality, and adherence to timelines.Stay updated with industry trends, tools, and best practices in branding and design.Manage vendor relationships including agencies, printers, and media partners.Core Competencies:Strong creative vision with a strategic mindset.Excellent leadership and team management skills.Advanced understanding of branding, design principles,



and storytelling.Strong communication and presentation skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.Proficiency in design tools and creative platforms (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).Educational Qualification:Bachelor’s degree in Design, Fine Arts, Mass Communication, Marketing, or related field (Master’s preferred).Experience Requirement:5–7 years of relevant experience in branding, creative direction, or marketing communications.Proven experience in leading creative teams and delivering impactful campaigns.Experience in education sector or corporate branding environments will be an advantage.

Brand Strategy & Positioning — University, School & Programme BrandsCreative Direction — Campaign concepts, visual language & brand expressionStudent Acquisition & Recruitment MarketingBrand Architecture — University Schools ProgrammesIntegrated 360 Campaigns — Digital, OOH, Print, Social, Events & On-groundYouth & Gen-Z CommunicationAdmissions Communication & Conversion JourneysProgramme Launch & Go-to-MarketContent Strategy & StorytellingInstitutional & Corporate BrandingEmployer & Internal BrandingCampus & Student Experience BrandingReputation & Perception ManagementAgency & Creative Team LeadershipAI-led Creative Development & Content ProductionCreative & Technology ExposureDesign & Creative Adobe Photoshop | Illustrator | InDesign | Premiere Pro | After Effects | Figma | CanvaDigital & Social Meta Business Suite | Google Ads | LinkedIn Campaign Manager | YouTube | Google Analytics 4 | Google Search ConsoleContent & AI ChatGPT | Gemini | Midjourney | Adobe Firefly | AI Image Generation | AI Video Generation | AI-assisted Copywriting | AI Content IdeationAnalytics & Marketing Power BI | Excel | Google Sheets | CRM | Marketing Automation | Lead Funnel Analytics | Campaign Attribution

Compensation & Benefits:Salary:

12 LPA to 15 LPA

(based on experience and portfolio).Chance to lead branding for a reputed and growing academic institution.Exposure to high-impact strategic and creative initiatives.

📌 Creative Director - Branding (Mumbai)
🏢 Indira University
📍 Mumbai