Junior Graphic Designer & Social Media Content Creator

The Focus Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work on diverse projects

Creative team environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Job summary

A creative agency in East London is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer & Social Media Content Creator. In this role, you will design impactful visuals for digital and print, while managing multiple social media accounts. You will collaborate closely with the marketing team and contribute innovative ideas, ensuring brand alignment. Prior professional design experience and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite are essential. This position offers opportunities for growth and creative collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of professional design experience.
• Portfolio of professional or academic projects required.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging video, photo, and graphic content for social media campaigns.
• Manage and grow multiple social media accounts with brand-aligned content.
• Contribute fresh ideas while respecting brand guidelines.

Skills

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Strong grasp of typography, layout, and colour theory

Deep understanding of social media principles

Motion graphics and video editing skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Premier Pro

After Effects

Job description

Junior Graphic Designer & Social Media Content Creator

East London, South Africa

Company is looking for a creative professional to design and deliver high-impact visuals across digital and print, while driving engagement through smart, trend-aware social media content.

What You’ll Do:

• Create engaging video, photo, and graphic content for social media campaigns and internal communications.
• Manage and grow multiple social media accounts with brand-aligned content.
• Apply social media best practices: trend analysis, A/B testing, and performance reporting.
• Manage and schedule content across multiple social media accounts.
• Prepare monthly digital reports to evaluate campaign performance.
• Contribute fresh ideas while respecting brand guidelines and culture.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Manager and team to deliver cohesive, brand-aligned creative solutions.
• Assisting the graphic designers with design of digital and print materials (brochures, presentations, signage, event collateral etc).

What We’re Looking For:

• Diploma/Degree in Graphic Design or related field. (Additional certification in Digital Marketing will be an advantage)
• 3 - 5 years of professional design experience (agency and corporate with references).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Strong grasp of typography, layout, and colour theory.
• Deep understanding of social media principles — algorithms, engagement strategies, and content optimisation.
• Portfolio of professional or academic projects (applications without portfolios will not be considered).

Bonus Skills:

Motion graphics, video editing, Figma, Premier Pro, or After Effects.

Why Join Us:

• Work on diverse projects across real estate, retail, and corporate campaigns.
• Be part of a creative team that values innovation and growth.
• Opportunity to sharpen both your design and social media expertise.