Creative Head - Promos

We are seeking a  hands-on Creative Head - Promos  who will  lead and build a high-performing creative team  while driving the visual identity of creative promos across the Republic Network.

This is a  team-first leadership role  for a highly creative professional who can guide, mentor, and elevate a team of promos, and motion artists - while also actively contributing to ideation and execution. You will be responsible for delivering compelling, visually rich promotional content for TV shows, IPs, and branded content, while continuously innovating with new formats and AI-led creative approaches.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Direction & Ideation
Drive the  overall ideation & creative vision and conceptualization  for promos across shows, IPs, and branded content.
Lead brainstorming sessions and guide the team in developing innovative concepts.
Create and nurture new formats, storytelling styles, and visual identities.
Ensure ideas are not just creative, but also aligned with brand and audience objectives.
Team Leadership & People Management (Core Focus)
Lead, manage, and mentor a team of promo designers, and motion graphic artists.
Build a strong, collaborative, and high-performance creative culture.
Provide clear creative direction, feedback, and career development support to team members.
Ensure efficient workload distribution, project prioritization, and team productivity.
Act as the primary decision-maker for all creative outputs from the team.
Design Oversight & Quality Control
Oversee all creative output to ensure  high aesthetic accomplishments, standards and consistency .
Guide the team in crafting strong compositions, typography, motion, and storytelling.
Step in with hands-on inputs where required to elevate the final output.
Innovation, Formats & AI Integration
Introduce and implement  AI-powered creative workflows  within the team.
Encourage experimentation with emerging tools, formats, and design trends.
Drive innovation in promo storytelling and visual execution.
Execution & Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with editorial, branded content, programming and sales teams to understand briefs and deliver impactful creatives.
Ensure timely delivery of projects while maintaining quality benchmarks.
Balance creative ambition with practical execution and deadlines.
Cross-Content Adaptability
Lead the team across varied genres including branded content, potentially news and IPs.
Guide the team in adapting creative styles based on content tonality and audience.
Required Skills & Expertise
Proven ability to  lead and manage creative teams effectively
Strong design sensibility with expertise in visual storytelling and composition
Advanced proficiency in  Adobe Creative Suite  (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Working knowledge of  3D tools  (Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar)
Strong understanding of motion graphics, branding, and promo production
Familiarity with  AI tools in creative workflows  (generative visuals, video tools, automation)
Ability to conceptualize and scale new creative formats
Experience & Background
10+ years of experience in creative roles within media, entertainment, or advertising
Demonstrated experience in  leading and mentoring teams
Strong portfolio showcasing promos, campaigns, and visual storytelling work
Bachelors/PG or any other related design courses will be preferred
Experience in broadcast, digital or production house ecosystems preferred
News experience is  not mandatory , but adaptability to the genre is important
What We’re Looking For
A  creative leader first , individual contributor second
Someone who can  bring out the best in a team  while setting a strong creative benchmark
A balance of  vision, execution, and people management skills
A forward-thinking professional who embraces  technology, AI, and new-age storytelling
Why Join Us
Lead and shape a talented creative team
Influence the visual storytelling of a leading media brand
Work on diverse, high-impact content across genres
Experiment with cutting-edge tools, formats, and AI-driven creativity