Graphic Designer

Talented Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency based in Durban is looking for a design professional with a relevant diploma and experience in market research and conceptualization. The ideal candidate should be skilled in design software like Photoshop and Illustrator, possess great attention to detail, and be able to work collaboratively in team settings. Responsibilities include researching design trends, participating in creative sessions, and ensuring the effective transfer of project information. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative design solutions and continuous improvement processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in design or a related field.
• Experience in a role with similar responsibilities.
• Proficient in design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and visualize findings.
• Participate in creative sessions for concept development.
• Communicate design concepts to relevant stakeholders.
• Refine design concepts with visualization tools.
• Ensure smooth project handover to relevant departments.
• Continuously research and stay updated on design trends.

Skills

Market research

Creative sessions participation

Conceptualisation

Communication skills

Trend awareness

Design software (Photoshop, Illustrator)

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant diploma/degree

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Role and Core Responsibilities

• Research (Market research, design trends, user research) and deliver findings through visualising techniques to the studio and formulating/share own opinions and point of view.

Engagement in interactive design sessions

• Participates and interacts in creative sessions as required.

Conceptualisation

• Develop a relevant creative concept. Ensure clarity with all. Communicate and convince the relevant people to support and implement the concept.
• Conceptualise solutions with proficiency, understanding brand and strategy.
• Have a grasp on trends.
• Liaise with outside departments and suppliers to ensure effective resolution of design.
• Design solutions, under the direction of senior team members, that are within the constraints of the brief requirements (Communication strategy, cost, manufacturing process, etc.)
• Develop the ability to explore concepts & ideation quickly through digital or analog sketching.

Visualisation

• Refine and finalize design concepts using design software and visualization tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint, etc.)

Project Handover

• Ensure the fluid, accurate, timeous transfer of information to Finished Arts/Relevant Department(s).

Continuous Improvement

• Obtain feedback of the design outcome.
• Understand the design process implications of all parties involved in the creation of the final design.
• Continuously research design trends and insights of our industry and required skill set.

Adhoc

• Any other reasonable request from management including particular projects as and when needed.

Requirements/Qualifications/Experience & Skills

• Relevant diploma/degree
• Relevant work POS experience
• Software programmes (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).
• Passion for design.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work with multiple teams.