Junior Digital Designer - Cape Town

Scistaff; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Scistaff in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Digital Designer to create artwork for digital, print, retail and internal communications. You will collaborate with Marketing, Sales and Product Development to interpret briefs and deliver creative solutions, while maintaining brand identity.

You will also craft social content, websites and campaigns, develop packaging artwork for launches and assist with basic video editing, motion graphics and adaptive artwork for multiple formats.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design or related field required.
• 1–2 years' experience in Graphic/Digital Design or Marketing.
• FMCG/Retail/food manufacturing experience advantageous.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce artwork for digital, print, retail and internal communications.
• Create content for social media, websites, emails and campaigns.
• Develop marketing collateral including brochures, banners and POS material.
• Assist with product launches by creating packaging artwork and assets.
• Ensure all work aligns with brand guidelines and corporate identity.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales and Product Development to interpret briefs.
• Edit and retouch product photography and marketing images.
• Assist with basic video editing and motion graphics for campaigns.
• Resize and adapt artwork for multiple platforms and formats.
• Write and edit engaging marketing copy when required.
• Maintain an organized library of assets and templates.
• Manage multiple projects with deadlines and stay updated on trends.

Skills

Graphic design

Digital marketing

Content creation

Social media

Education

Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Canva

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're looking for a Junior Digital Designer in Cape Town!

A leading food ingredient manufacturer and equipment supplier is seeking a Junior Digital Designer to join their team in Cape Town. The position reports to the Senior Digital Designer. The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design and produce creative artwork for digital, print, retail and internal communication platforms.
• Create engaging content for social media, websites, email campaigns, digital advertising and e-commerce platforms.
• Develop marketing collateral including brochures, catalogues, flyers, point-of-sale (POS) material, presentations, banners and promotional campaigns.
• Assist with new product launches by creating packaging artwork, promotional material and digital campaign assets.
• Ensure all creative work complies with company brand guidelines and corporate identity standards.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Product Development and other internal stakeholders to interpret briefs and deliver creative solutions.
• Edit and retouch product photography and marketing images.
• Assist with basic video editing, animations and motion graphics for digital marketing campaigns.
• Resize and adapt artwork for multiple platforms and formats.
• Write and edit engaging marketing copy and campaign messaging where required.
• Maintain an organised library of digital assets, templates and artwork.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines are consistently achieved.
• Keep abreast of digital design trends, AI design tools and emerging marketing technologies to continuously improve creative output.

Key Requirements:

Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, Digital Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design, Marketing or a related field. Graduate or 1–2 years' experience in a Graphic Design, Digital Design or Marketing environment. FMCG, Retail or Food Manufacturing industry experience will be advantageous.

Technical Requirements:

Advanced working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign. Basic knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and/or After Effects will be advantageous. Experience using Canva, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Office. Understanding of digital marketing, social media platforms and content creation. Knowledge of preparing artwork for commercial print production.