Senior Graphic Designer - Brand Identity

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 3,800 - 6,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Generous paid time off

Performance bonuses

Access to creative tools

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, seeks a Senior Graphic Designer to craft compelling brand identities and visual assets for Arts & Entertainment projects. This hybrid role blends remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration and a focus on visual storytelling.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of brand design experience, a strong portfolio across media, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. Join a dynamic team shaping engaging entertainment experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating brand identity, print and digital work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Experience working in a hybrid team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design brand identities, including logos, colour palettes, typography, and visual guidelines.
• Create marketing materials such as brochures, posters, social graphics, web banners, and decks.
• Collaborate with marketing teams, art directors, and clients to meet project objectives.
• Ensure brand consistency across all visuals and communications.
• Adapt designs for print, digital, and social platforms.
• Manage multiple design projects and meet deadlines.
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies in graphic design and entertainment.
• Prepare final artwork files for print production and digital deployment.
• Provide creative input and feedback on projects.
• Maintain high design quality and craftsmanship.

Skills

Brand design

Typography

Digital/print collateral

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Graphic Designer to join their team in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**. This hybrid role will focus on developing compelling brand identities and visual assets for various Arts & Entertainment projects, offering a blend of remote flexibility and essential in-office collaboration. You will be responsible for translating creative concepts into impactful designs, ensuring visual consistency across all platforms, and contributing to the overall brand strategy. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in brand design, typography, and digital/print collateral, coupled with a keen eye for detail and a passion for visual storytelling. This is a significant opportunity to shape the visual language of engaging entertainment experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design distinctive brand identities, including logos, colour palettes, typography, and visual guidelines.


• Create a wide range of marketing and promotional materials, such as brochures, posters, social media graphics, web banners, and presentation decks.


• Collaborate closely with marketing teams, art directors, and clients to understand project requirements and deliver designs that meet objectives.


• Ensure brand consistency across all visual communications and applications.


• Adapt designs for various media, including print, digital, and social platforms.


• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and adhering to project scopes.


• Stay informed about current design trends, tools, and technologies in the graphic design and entertainment fields.


• Prepare final artwork files for print production and digital deployment.


• Provide creative input and feedback on design projects.


• Maintain a high standard of design quality and craftsmanship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.


• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Graphic Designer, with a significant focus on brand identity development.


• A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional design skills across various media, including branding, print, and digital.


• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software.


• Excellent understanding of design principles, typography, colour theory, and composition.


• Experience working in a hybrid team environment, effectively collaborating with remote and on-site colleagues.


• Strong communication and presentation skills.


• Ability to manage projects independently and meet tight deadlines.


• Familiarity with the Arts & Entertainment industry is highly desirable.


• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating visually compelling solutions.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for professional growth. This hybrid role provides the flexibility to work remotely part of the week, with collaborative in-office engagement in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**. You will be part of a creative and dynamic organisation at the heart of the Arts & Entertainment industry. We provide a stimulating work environment, access to creative tools, and the chance to contribute to high-profile projects. Generous paid time off and performance bonuses are also provided.