Digital Illustrator

Humankind Global Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing digital marketing agency in Cape Town is seeking a Digital Illustrator to create compelling digital illustrations for international clients. This role involves project ownership, collaboration with creative teams, and technical expertise in Adobe tools. Ideal candidates will have experience in video production and a strong design sense, along with a commitment to quality and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is essential.
• Experience in video production and motion graphics.
• Strong communication skills and a sense of urgency are required.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects and manage concepts, execution, and production.
• Handle various digital design projects, including banners and motion media.
• Collaborate with teams and clients to produce high-quality multimedia content.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

After Effects

Premiere Pro

XD

Video Production

Motion Graphics

AI-powered Creative Tools

English Communication Skills

Education

University/College diploma or degree in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Multimedia Production

Job description

Digital Illustrator

Cape Town, South Africa

Digital Marketing Agency

Digital Marketing Agency / New growing team and business / Hybrid working / International clients

The Digital Illustrator will be joining a new and growing Digital Marketing Agency based in Cape town, South Africa. Illustrating characters and scenery the Digital Illustrator will work with a team of creatives to produce work for a range of international clients. Creative digital illustrations across both 2D and 3D as well as working on more deign focussed projects for a range of digital assets.

Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of projects and be responsible for the concepts, execution, and production of all campaign work assigned to your portfolio.
• Handle a full range of concurrent design projects across digital banners, video, and motion media.
• Analyze all briefs – deliver concepts/designs that meet the communication objective on a business level and design excellence on a creative level.
• Place a particular emphasis on conversion-based design across all formats.
• Actively partake in conversations surrounding the needs of the client and contribute to strategy through the lens of design and storytelling.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to deliver compelling multimedia content.
• Basic skills in video production and motion graphics a plus.

Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, with a strong emphasis on Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and XD.
• Experience in video production, including editing, motion graphics, sound, and storytelling for digital platforms.
• Familiarity and hands-on experience with AI-powered creative tools (e.g., Adobe Firefly, Runway, Midjourney, DALL·E, Synthesia, etc.).
• Must possess a strong sense of urgency, commitment to quality, and the ability to consistently think at a strategic level to maximize the conversion level of digital and multimedia assets.
• Previous experience in an ad agency, design studio, or similar fast-paced creative environment.
• University/College diploma or degree in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Multimedia Production, or a related creative field.
• Excellent English communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate ideas, concepts, and challenges.
• Positive, high energy, and motivated to learn and push boundaries.
• Deep understanding of the current competitive marketplace, design/media trends, and the ability to apply this knowledge to strong creative solutions.
• Maximum attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced creative environment.

If this sounds like your ideal role then apply with an up to date CV and portfolio.

Dave

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