Graphic Designer (Branding & Marketing)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Diverse range of clients in Benoni

Collaborative and inspiring work env

Professional development opportunities

Contribute to award-winning design

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a talented Graphic Designer with a strong focus on branding and marketing collateral to translate client objectives into compelling visuals. You will be responsible for developing brand identities, logos, and marketing materials across digital and print campaigns.

The successful candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, a solid understanding of design principles, and proficiency in industry-standard software.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Graphic Designer with a strong branding portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Solid understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and design principles.
• Experience creating digital graphics for web and social media.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and create high-quality graphic design solutions for digital ads, social media graphics, websites, brochures, and print materials.
• Develop and maintain brand consistency across outputs for multiple clients.
• Design logos, brand guidelines, and visual identity systems.
• Collaborate with marketing teams, account managers, and clients to meet project objectives.
• Prepare final artwork for print production and digital deployment.
• Stay current with design trends and industry best practices.

Skills

Branding

Marketing design

Typography

Time management

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic marketing agency located in Benoni , Gauteng, is seeking a talented and innovative Graphic Designer with a strong focus on branding and marketing collateral. This role is ideal for a creative individual who can translate client objectives into visually compelling designs that resonate with target audiences. You will be responsible for a wide range of design projects, from developing brand identities and logos to creating marketing materials for digital and print campaigns. The successful candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of design principles, and proficiency in industry-standard design software. Join our client's thriving team and contribute to impactful visual solutions within the Creative & Digital sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and create high-quality graphic design solutions for various media, including digital ads, social media graphics, websites, brochures, and print materials.
• Develop and maintain brand consistency across all design outputs for multiple clients.
• Design logos, brand guidelines, and visual identity systems.
• Collaborate with marketing teams, account managers, and clients to understand project requirements and deliver designs that meet objectives.
• Prepare final artwork files for print production and digital deployment, ensuring correct specifications are met.
• Stay current with design trends, industry best practices, and new design technologies.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines effectively.
• Present design concepts and rationale to internal teams and clients.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and provide creative input.
• Ensure all designs adhere to brand standards and aesthetic guidelines.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Graphic Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing branding and marketing design work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Solid understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and design principles.
• Experience in creating digital graphics for web and social media.
• Familiarity with print design processes and pre-press requirements.
• Excellent visual communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Experience within the Creative & Digital industry is highly desirable.
• A keen understanding of marketing principles and consumer engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients in Benoni .
• A collaborative and inspiring work environment.
• Exposure to various facets of the Creative & Digital industry.
• Professional development and skill enhancement opportunities.
• Contribute to award-winning design projects.