Graphic Designer

OLX; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

OLX in Johannesburg is seeking a Digital Graphic Designer to craft scroll-stopping digital experiences. You will create online banners, build websites with HTML5, and apply CSS and WordPress expertise to deliver high‑quality designs for media titles.

You will work with Marketing, HR, and QA to ensure timely delivery, while keeping current with design best practices and CMS workflows. A collaborative, fast-paced environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or Matric or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of digital design experience.
• 1–2 years of CSS, HTML5, and WordPress experience.
• Must work well independently and in a team.
• A tertiary qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create online banners in JPG, GIF, and HTML formats for websites.
• Develop websites using HTML5 and other design software.
• Stay updated on HTML/CSS best practices and related tools.
• Coordinate with the QA team for testing before client delivery.
• Assist other designers and marketing with design tasks to meet deadlines.
• Support HR with internal communication designs.

Skills

English language proficiency

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

HTML5

CSS

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Dreamweaver

Alfresco CMS

Job description

Ready to turn pixels into perfection and take the road less travelled? We are on the hunt for an innovative and highly motivated Digital Graphic Designer to join our team in Johannesburg. If you are fluent in HTML5, CSS, and Adobe Creative Suite—and have a passion for crafting scroll-stopping digital experiences for top media titles-your next big career adventure starts right here!

Design Duties

• To create online display banners for websites in JPG, GIF, and HTML formats.
• To create websites using appropriate software applications, including HTML5.
• To keep up to date with the latest online design best practices, HTML, CSS, and associated styling languages and programs.
• To ensure all websites are sent to the QA team for testing before sending them to customers for approval.
• To assist other designers from time to time with additional design work when required to ensure deadlines are met.
• Assisting Marketing with ad hoc design work to meet deadlines on Marketing campaigns.
• Assisting HR with internal communication designs.

Administrative & Operational Duties

• To ensure weekly productivity forms are completed and all KPIs are met.
• To follow the correct escalation processes and ensure all reporting is completed accurately and on time.
• To ensure all reasonable requests made by the Services Operations Manager or Performance Marketing Specialist are followed.
• To ensure all necessary productivity measurements are completed and analyzed, and to submit monthly performance results.
• To analyze errors on a weekly basis for the quality evaluation meeting.
• To liaise with other relevant departments should the need arise.
• To maintain systems and office hygiene, ensuring system housekeeping is completed on a weekly and monthly basis.
• To carry out any reasonable task which may be required from time to time.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) / Matric or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in digital design.
• Minimum 1-2 years of CSS, HTML5, and WordPress experience.
• Must have experience working both independently and in a team.
• A tertiary qualification is advantageous.

Knowledge & Skills

• Good working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Macromedia, Dream Weaver, and CMS (Alfresco).
• Proficiency in CSS and HTML languages, as well as Apple Mac.
• Knowledge of Azure is a plus point, and AI is an advantage.
• Articulate with an excellent command of the English language.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, solve problems, make decisions, and work effectively in a team.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at OLX

OLX values diversity and welcomes applicants of all races, ethnicities, disabilities, ages, genders, sexual orientations, religions, backgrounds, and experiences to apply. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements - you may be just the right fit for this or other opportunities with us!

To support our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and compliance with South Africa’s Employment Equity Act, we collect gender and race information to help us monitor and promote equal opportunities. Please note that this information is confidential and does not influence hiring decisions, which are based solely on qualifications and experience.

We are committed to creating a trusted, safe and transparent vehicle e-commerce marketplace that empowers, enables and improves the lifestyles of those we connect while taking the Road Less Traveled.