Graphic Designer

Saota; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company based in Cape Town is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to support the Senior Graphic Designer and Head of Marketing. This role emphasizes both creative and technical skills, requiring expertise in Adobe tools to deliver high-quality projects across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have a background in graphic design with proven experience managing multiple projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of design experience in an in-house creative environment or agency.
• Strong attention to detail, able to work under pressure.
• Advanced knowledge of design software.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple design projects and ensure quality across all deliverables.
• Create and update brand collateral for various marketing needs.
• Design internal communication materials aligned with the company's visual identity.

Skills

Graphic Design

Photography

Adobe Creative Suite

Web Design

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Adobe Lightroom

Job description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Graphic Designer to join our dynamic team and provide critical support to the Senior Graphic Designer and Head of Marketing. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with project teams directors and external stakeholders to create exceptional visual materials that elevate our brand across print and digital platforms. As a company we value creativity innovation and a keen eye for design excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Project Management & Quality Control :

• Ensure consistent quality across all designs and deliverables.
• Manage multiple projects providing regular reports on progress and outputs.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met and client expectations are managed effectively.
• Maintain a structured document management system ensuring proper filing and organization of all projectrelated materials.
• Stay updated on the latest design trends tools and architectural developments.
• Mentor and guide junior designers interns and freelancers.

2. Brand Collateral Creation :

• Edit resize and retouch images using Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Contribute to the development and updating of brand guidelines across multiple brands.
• Design and oversee the production of various marketing collateral such as brochures books and presentations.
• Update and design web content following best practices in web standards and technology.
• Oversee the production of both digital and print stationery.
• Provide video editing support for internal and external communications using tools like Premiere Pro and After Effects.

3. Media Publicity & Social Media :

• Design professional press packs for media distribution and layout advertisements for magazine features.
• Manage the design and production of social media content across various platforms ensuring brand consistency.

4. Public Engagement & Direct Marketing :

• Assist the marketing team with award entries and the design of collateral for exhibitions and speaker events.
• Design and send digital newsletters using Mailchimp following the marketing teams briefs.

5. Internal Communications :

• Design collateral for internal company activities events and communication efforts ensuring they align with the companys visual identity.

Key Requirements :

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Graphic Design or a related field.
• 47 years of design experience in an inhouse creative environment design firm or agency.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Creative problemsolving skills adaptability and a quick learner.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Photoshop Illustrator Lightroom) and Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in repro and retouching with an understanding of different file formats and the production process.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and manage relationships at all levels both internally and externally.
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Bonus Skills (Advantageous) :

• SEO and Google Analytics expertise.
• Proficiency in additional languages.
• Working knowledge of CAD Revit.
• A flexible adaptable attitude.
• A high degree of professionalism and accountability.
• Strong sense of responsibility in managing tasks from concept to completion.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Graphic Designer who thrives in a fastpaced collaborative environment. If you have a keen eye for detail a flair for creativity and enjoy working on a variety of projects we would love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team that pushes the boundaries of design and marketing excellence.

Key Skills

Graphic Design,Photography,Adobe Acrobat,HTML5,Layout Design,Adobe Creative Suite,Web Design,Adobe Dreamweaver,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Illustrator,CorelDraw,Adobe Indesign

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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