Graphic Designer & Social Media Specialist

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd in Kempton Park is seeking a mid-level Graphic Designer & Social Media Specialist with a strong digital marketing mindset to translate strategic objectives into visual and digital solutions across platforms.

The role requires advanced Adobe CC skills (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and experience in content creation, campaigns, and branding. A portfolio demonstrating print and digital work is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in graphic design.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in graphic design and social media management.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) is essential.
• Experience with Figma will be advantageous.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Teams, including webinar setup and management.
• Experience in digital marketing, content creation and campaign conceptualisation.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating both print and digital design work.

Responsibilities

• Create assets for social media campaigns, branding and digital marketing.
• Develop print and digital communication across multiple platforms.
• Conceptualise and execute integrated marketing campaigns from strategy through to implementation.
• Ensure brand consistency and high quality in all deliverables.
• Collaborate with teams to translate objectives into visuals and content.
• Manage multiple projects with deadlines and minimal revisions needed.

Skills

Graphic design

Social media management

Branding

Content creation

Digital marketing

Print & digital

Education

Graphic design degree

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Figma

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Graphic Designer & Social Media Specialist

• Kempton Park, Kempton Park Gauteng

Position: Graphic Designer & Social Media Specialist
Location: Kempton Park

The Marketing department of our client is looking for an experienced and highly creative mid-level Graphic designer & Social media specialist to join our dynamic team. This role requires an individual with a strong digital marketing mindset who can translate strategic business objectives into compelling visual and digital communication solutions across multiple platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or degree in graphic design.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in graphic design and social media management.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) is essential.
• Experience with Figma will be advantageous.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Teams, including webinar setup and management.
• Experience in digital marketing, content creation and campaign conceptualisation.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating both print and digital design work.

Experience creating assets for:

• Social media campaigns
• Corporate branding campaigns
• Digital marketing campaigns
• Print advertising
• Product brochures and catalogues
• Trade show and exhibition branding
• Email marketing campaigns
• Website and digital platform content
• Internal communication campaigns
• Corporate presentations
• Video graphics and digital assets
• Microsoft Teams webinars and virtual events

KEY COMPETENCIES

Technical and professional requirements

• Minimum 5 years' proven experience in graphic design and the management of corporate social media channels.
• A formal qualification in graphic design.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, with expert knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
• Experience with Figma will be a distinct advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Teams, including the planning, setup and management of webinars and virtual events.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, content planning, scheduling and performance optimisation.
• Excellent copywriting skills with the ability to develop engaging content for various digital and print platforms.
• Strong digital marketing focus with an understanding of user experience (UX), customer experience (CX) and digital engagement.
• Ability to conceptualise and execute integrated marketing campaigns from strategy through to implementation.
• Excellent understanding of branding principles and the consistent application of corporate identity across all communication channels.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to thoroughly review all work before submission.
• Ability to interpret creative briefs accurately and transform strategic objectives into practical, high‑quality marketing solutions.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to consistently produce work requiring minimal revisions prior to approval.

Behavioural competencies

• Strong team player who collaborates effectively across departments.
• Ability to think on your feet and respond effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• High levels of initiative and ownership over responsibilities.
• Excellent problem‑solving ability with a solution‑driven mindset.
• Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative marketing ideas and concepts.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• Ability to translate strategic marketing objectives into practical, measurable communication solutions.
• Professional, positive attitude and willingness to receive and implement constructive feedback.
• Strong accountability for deliverables, deadlines and quality standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable and resilient when managing changing priorities and ad hoc requests.
• Reliable, proactive and committed to delivering work of the highest standard.

The successful candidate will be passionate about design, digital communication and innovation, with the ability to create visually compelling work that supports strategic marketing objectives while strengthening brand consistency across all communication platforms.