Senior Graphic Designer

Boardroom Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Graphic Designer to lead creative projects and ensure brand integrity across all platforms. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of design projects, from conceptualization to execution, while collaborating with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in graphic design, a strong command of Adobe Creative Suite, and a passion for maintaining visual cohesion. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the visual identity of a dynamic brand and make a significant impact in the creative space.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in an agency or corporate environment.
• Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of creative projects across various media.
• Champion brand integrity and maintain visual cohesion.
• Prepare and package artwork for all formats ensuring quality.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft 365

UX/UI Design Principles

Animation Principles

Education

Degree in Graphic Design

Visual Communication

Job description

Senior Graphic Designer

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management & Execution

• Lead the full lifecycle of creative projects across various media and platforms, including briefing, conceptualisation, production, approvals, and implementation.

• Proactively prepare project timelines and manage design capacity to ensure on-time delivery without compromising quality.

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to align projects with business needs and objectives.

• Liaise with external suppliers to ensure accurate execution of branded materials.

• Ensure that creative output aligns with campaign goals, messaging strategies, and expectations.

• Conduct post-project reviews to identify opportunities for process or creative improvement.

• Review and refine all design assets to ensure quality control and consistency.

Brand & Visual Identity Oversight

• Champion brand integrity across all touchpoints, ensuring every visual execution reflects the tone, personality, and professionalism of The Company.

• Maintain and evolve the master brand while keeping visual cohesion.

• Develop brand toolkits, design systems, and usage guidelines for internal and external teams.

• Audit existing brand touchpoints and propose updates to modernise, improve clarity, and consistency.

• Plan and design branded spaces for events and exhibitions, translating brand offering into physical environments.

• Set the creative tone for the department, encouraging originality, critical thinking, and solution-focused design.

• Serve as the Marketing teams escalation point for creative challenges, providing hands-on support when needed to unblock workflows.

• Stay current on design trends, tools, and emerging techsharing insights with the wider team.

Production & Technical Execution

• Prepare and package artwork for all formats (print, digital, signage, large-format, and packaging), ensuring each file meets the exact specifications.

• Collaborate with print vendors and fabricators to ensure the technical viability of all production artwork.

• Oversee press-checks or production milestones where needed to ensure the accuracy of colour, sizing, and material output.

• Provide technical recommendations on material types, finishes, and formats depending on the project's objective and budget.

• Maintain organised asset libraries, version control, and brand collateral archives for team-wide access and use.

Digital & UX/UI Design (Would be beneficial)

• Conceptualise, wireframe, and design user interfaces for websites, internal platforms, and digital landing pages.

• Conduct visual and usability audits of existing digital platforms and propose design improvements for clarity and engagement.

COMPETENCIES

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or equivalent.

• 7+ years experience in an agency or corporate environment.

Skills Required

• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects).

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel).

• Good understanding of UX/UI design principles.

• Familiar with animation principles and the creation of motion-based assets for internal and external use.