HTML Designer

Plan.Net CreativeNest South Africa; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Collaborative international team

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to innovative digital tech

Work with leading international brands

Job summary

Plan.Net CreativeNest South Africa is seeking an experienced HTML Designer/HTML5 Banner Developer to design and build responsive HTML5 advertising assets for international campaigns.

You will translate concepts into functional HTML/CSS, optimize assets for various formats, and collaborate with creative teams to ensure pixel-perfect results across markets. A hybrid working environment and exposure to leading brands are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven professional experience as an HTML Designer, HTML5 Banner Developer, Digital Designer or in a comparable role.
• Experience developing responsive and animated HTML5 advertising banners.
• Good knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator and preferably After Effects.
• Experience working with Figma and translating design files into functional digital assets.
• Familiarity with Google Web Designer or comparable HTML5 animation tools.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to pixel-perfect execution.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and deliver consistently high-quality results.
• Good communication skills and professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement responsive HTML5 advertising assets, including animated banners, display ads, landing page elements and interactive digital formats.
• Translate creative concepts and static designs into functional HTML/CSS-based assets.
• Develop and adapt HTML5 banners for different formats, screen sizes and platforms.
• Adapt existing creative assets for different markets, languages and campaign requirements.
• Prepare and optimise digital assets for online advertising platforms, including Google Ads and Campaign Manager 360.
• Ensure all HTML assets comply with technical specifications and platform requirements.
• Conduct thorough quality checks, testing and troubleshooting before delivery.
• Maintain pixel-perfect execution and brand guideline consistency.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency through templates and automation.
• Work closely with creative teams, art directors, developers and project managers.

Skills

HTML5

Responsive design

Pixel-perfect execution

English proficiency

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

After Effects

Figma

Google Web Designer

GSAP

Job description

Key Responsibilities

HTML Design & Development

• Design, develop and implement responsive HTML5 advertising assets, including animated banners, display ads, landing page elements and interactive digital formats.
• Translate creative concepts and static designs into functional HTML/CSS-based assets.
• Develop and adapt HTML5 banners for different formats, screen sizes and platforms.
• Adapt existing creative assets for different markets, languages and campaign requirements.

Digital Production & Quality Assurance

• Prepare and optimise digital assets for online advertising platforms, including Google Ads, Campaign Manager 360 and other ad-serving environments.
• Ensure all HTML assets comply with technical specifications, file-size limitations and platform requirements.
• Conduct thorough quality checks, testing and troubleshooting before delivery.
• Maintain pixel-perfect execution and consistency with approved designs and brand guidelines.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency through reusable components, templates and automation.
• Work closely with creative teams, art directors, developers and project managers.
• Collaborate with international teams, particularly in Germany and other European markets.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Proactively communicate technical challenges, dependencies and potential improvements.
• Support the team in developing efficient workflows and scalable digital production solutions.

Your Profile

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven professional experience as an HTML Designer, HTML5 Banner Developer, Digital Designer or in a comparable role.
• Experience developing responsive and animated HTML5 advertising banners.
• Good knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator and preferably After Effects.
• Experience working with Figma and translating design files into functional digital assets.
• Familiarity with Google Web Designer or comparable HTML5 animation tools.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to pixel-perfect execution.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and deliver consistently high-quality results.
• Good communication skills and professional proficiency in English.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Google Campaign Manager 360, Google Ads or other programmatic advertising platforms.
• Familiarity with GreenSock Animation Platform (GSAP).
• Experience with dynamic creative optimisation (DCO) and HTML5 template systems.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and web performance optimisation.
• Experience with creative automation tools and high-volume digital asset production.
• Basic understanding of UX/UI principles.
• Previous experience working with international agencies or global brands.
• German language skills would be an advantage.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with leading international brands and creative teams.
• A collaborative, international environment within the Serviceplan Group.
• A growing and ambitious team based in Cape Town.
• Exposure to innovative digital production technologies and workflows.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive working culture that values creativity, ownership and teamwork.
• A hybrid working environment.

Join CreativeNest

If you are passionate about combining design and technology, enjoy bringing creative ideas to life through HTML and thrive in a fast-paced international agency environment, we would love to hear from you.