Junior Designer (Social & Digital Focused)

Publicis Groupe Africa; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A top creative agency in Durban is seeking a dynamic Junior Designer to create compelling visuals for a leading skincare brand. The ideal candidate will have experience in digital design, be fluent in social media formats, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include developing visual concepts, maintaining brand consistency, and editing video content for social media. This position offers a great opportunity for growth in a creative team.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on design experience.
• Strong understanding of digital and social media platforms.
• Ability to problem-solve and think creatively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute compelling, on-brand visual concepts.
• Maintain visual consistency across digital, print, and social media platforms.
• Collaborate with other teams to shape creative campaigns.

Skills

Digital design understanding

Social media fluency

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Design tools

Editing software

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented Junior Designer to join our team and help bring bold, creative ideas to life for one of South Africa’s top skincare brands. Good understanding of digital design, fluent in social media formats, and eager to grow in a fast-paced, creative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute compelling, on-brand visual concepts
• Maintain visual consistency across digital, print, and social media platforms
• Collaborate with other teams to shape creative campaigns
• Understand the ins and outs of social media, including format specs
• Keep tabs on digital trends and translate them into design ideas
• Craft layouts for print, social and digital channels
• Ensure strong design integration across brand communication
• Own projects from ideation to final delivery
• Interpret briefs with a strong sense of audience and tone
• Continuously develop your design and technical skills
• Edit video content for social media (this is a must-have skill)

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on design experience
• Strong understanding of digital and social media platforms
• Ability to problem-solve and think creatively under pressure
• Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset
• Comfortable using design tools and editing software