Graphic Designer

PPS; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Graphic Designer to create effective design solutions that communicate ideas across diverse platforms. In this role, you will uphold brand consistency while collaborating with marketing teams, requiring a minimum of 5 years of experience in design and proficiency in software like InDesign and Illustrator. This full-time position is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Marketing or Design Field.
• 5 or more years’ experience in a design role.
• 2-3 years financial services experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as a custodian of the PPS brand identity.
• Work closely with the marketing executive to develop templates.
• Prepare mockups and present designs to stakeholders.

Skills

Strong understanding of design principles

Proficiency in graphic design software

Creative thinking and strong attention to detail

Strong written and visual skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design/Creative Field, Marketing or a related field

Certification and/or training in relevant software programs

Tools

InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Canva

Figma

Job description

Job Description,

Reporting to the Manager: Brand and Product Marketing, the Graphic Designer will create visually striking and effective solutions to communicate ideas and messages to targeted audiences across diverse platforms. By integrating creativity, technical proficiency and strategic insight, they will leverage typography, colour, imagery and layout to craft designs that evoke emotion, ensure clarity, and align with organizational goals. As the custodian of the PPS brand’s corporate identity (CI), the Graphic Designer will uphold and reinforce brand consistency, ensuring all visual assets reflect the brand’s positioning, values, and aesthetic standards. This role involves collaborating with marketing teams, analysing audience needs and staying abreast of design trends to deliver innovative, impactful visuals that enhance user engagement and strengthen brand recognition.

Job Description,

Reporting to the Manager: Brand and Product Marketing, the Graphic Designer will create visually striking and effective solutions to communicate ideas and messages to targeted audiences across diverse platforms. By integrating creativity, technical proficiency and strategic insight, they will leverage typography, colour, imagery and layout to craft designs that evoke emotion, ensure clarity, and align with organizational goals. As the custodian of the PPS brand’s corporate identity (CI), the Graphic Designer will uphold and reinforce brand consistency, ensuring all visual assets reflect the brand’s positioning, values, and aesthetic standards. This role involves collaborating with marketing teams, analysing audience needs and staying abreast of design trends to deliver innovative, impactful visuals that enhance user engagement and strengthen brand recognition.

, Requirements,

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Design/ Creative Field, Marketing or a related field
• Certification and/or training in relevant software programs.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Marketing or Design Field
• 5 or more years’ experience in a design role.
• 2- 3 years financial services experience.
• Motion design skill and Adobe After Effects expertise advantageous, but not a prerequisite
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong understanding of design principles
• Proficiency in graphic design software; InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva, and Figma.
• Analytical mindset
• Creative thinking and strong attention to detail
• Strong written and visual skills
  
  

Competencies

• Creative and adaptable
• Curiosity and passion to lead the brand from a design perspective.
• Ability to think critically, communicate effectively and produce work within deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within teams.
  
  

, Duties and Responsibilities,

• Act as a custodian of the PPS brand identity and guideline ensuring all collateral and communication is a reflection the experience and standard of the brand.
• Bring the brief and concept to life based on the business needs and vision.
• Work closely with the marketing executive to develop briefing process, structure and templates.
• Prepare mockups and present design/concept to stakeholder.
• Finalise artwork to production specifications working with the team to ensure final approvals.
• Work and collaborate with positioning and communication team to consistently deliver creative solutions for visually based problems or needs.
• Time-manage multiple projects and keep stakeholders updated on progress.
• Work with agencies to adapt and roll out approved concepts to various media, above and below the line.
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders about progress of projects and any issues that may arise.
• Expand the brand standards to include new communication formats

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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