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We are currently accepting applications for the following positions ︎︎︎



BRANDING (MANILA)


Lead Strategist

We are looking for an objective-driven Lead Strategist to helm our projects' strategic planning and development. An effective problem-solver and compelling storyteller, the Lead Strategist collaborates closely with the Manila branding team to critically and creatively actualise high-quality projects from start to finish.

The role

  • Conduct data-driven and creative research in identifying client profiles and objectives
  • Develop comprehensive brand strategies that align with client profiles and objectives
  • Partner with the Art Director in creating compelling and creative pitches and presentations to clients, adhering to an objective-driven, pragmatic perspective
  • Engage and communicate with clients effectively
  • Partner with the Art Director in leading client workshops with a particular focus on efficiency and clarity, ensuring objectives are met and proceeding tasks and initiatives are identified
  • Collaborate with the branding team by ensuring project milestones are met and executions are in alignment with the project objectives and brand strategy
  • Provide across-the-board guidance and structure to the branding team’s strategic and storytelling needs

The candidate

  • 5-7 years of creative studio or agency experience in a strategy, marketing, communication, or related role
  • Expert proficiency in writing and storytelling
  • Ideally with some project management experience

Designer

We are looking for dynamic, forward-thinking designers to execute and develop visual identities and communications. Visually and culturally literate, Designers utilise their expertise in working on projects, collaborating closely with the Manila branding and Hong Kong design teams.

The role

  • Collaborate with the branding team in ensuring project milestones are met through timely and high-quality design executions from start to finish
  • Produce design executions by drawing from a repertoire of diverse visual styles and through various formats and channels
  • Execute design with a keen awareness and consideration of 2D and physical spaces
  • Maintain a systematic and visual consistency across all design executions in alignment with project objectives, brand strategy, and creative direction
  • Communicate with the team and project stakeholders effectively with an intuitive problem-solving mindset

The candidate

  • 2-4 years of creative studio, agency or professional design experience 
  • Ideally with a specialisation in any of the following: illustration, typography, or motion design

Social Media Manager

We are looking for an innovative, strategic, and detail-oriented Social Media manager to help generate compelling ideas for content, campaigns, and strategies for social media. Social Media managers utilise their expertise to execute social media campaigns and handle multiple social media accounts across our roster of projects.

The role

  • Participate in planning, managing, and executing engaging digital marketing and social media content and campaigns for our client accounts
  • Schedule social media content and preparing appropriate captions
  • Prepare post-campaign reports and recommend future recommendations for campaign optimization
  • Stay abreast of emerging digital and marketing trends and transform findings into actionable marketing opportunities
  • Assist in managing social media platforms with major focus on building the growth of our social media channels including but not limited to the following: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and websites

The candidate

  • 1-2 years of professional experience in a social media, digital marketing, or related role
  • Comprehensive knowledge of omnichannel marketing and social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
  • Proficiency in writing and content creation



Please send us an email at jobs@deft.hk︎ with your CV, expected salary, and portfolio/work samples (under 7mb).
Due to the volume of applications, only successful applicants may receive a reply.


deft (dĕft)
1. (adj.) nimble; skillful; clever; showing art or skill in performing or doing
2. (n.) a Hong Kong-based interdisciplinary design studio.

Work with Us
info@deft.hk︎
+852 2385 2228

Hong Kong
1st Floor, Arran Tower, 7 Arran Street
Kowloon, Hong Kong

Manila
Unit G7, Perla Mansion
Don Palanca Street, Legazpi Village
Makati, Manila, Philippines



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