Lead Graphic Designer - Visual Arts

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible schedule

Professional growth opportunities

Creative leadership experience

Exposure to cutting-edge design

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Graphic Designer to spearhead creative direction in a fully remote role. You will mentor a team of designers, develop visual identity systems, and deliver high-impact graphics across digital and print media for diverse projects.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of leadership experience, a stellar portfolio, and expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with strong branding and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related creative field.
• 7+ years of professional graphic design experience, with leadership exposure.
• A strong portfolio showing diverse design work and problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong branding, typography, layout and color theory knowledge.
• Excellent leadership, team management and interpersonal skills.
• Clear communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience managing multiple projects remotely in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from concept to completion while upholding brand standards.
• Develop and maintain visual identity systems including logos, colors, typography, and guidelines.
• Create compelling designs for print, digital, websites, social media and collateral.
• Collaborate with marketing, content and product teams to translate ideas into visuals.
• Mentor and manage a team of designers providing guidance and feedback.
• Oversee production and ensure timely, high-quality assets.
• Stay updated with design trends, software, and technologies and advocate adoption.
• Present concepts and strategies to stakeholders with clear rationale.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communications and touchpoints.
• Manage project timelines and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Branding

Typography

Communication

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious entity in the Arts & Entertainment industry, is actively seeking an exceptional Lead Graphic Designer to spearhead their creative vision. This position is exclusively remote, enabling us to attract top talent from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and executing high-impact visual concepts that align with our client's brand identity and artistic direction. This role demands a blend of strong artistic sensibility, technical proficiency, and leadership qualities. As a remote-first leader, you will guide and mentor a team of designers, foster innovation, and ensure the consistent delivery of outstanding creative assets for a variety of projects in Centurion, Gauteng, ZA . The ideal candidate possesses a comprehensive portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design work and a deep understanding of visual communication principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from concept to completion, ensuring all visual assets meet strategic objectives and brand standards.
• Develop and maintain visual identity systems, including logos, color palettes, typography, and brand guidelines.
• Create compelling designs for various media, including print, digital platforms, websites, social media, and marketing collateral.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, content, and product teams to translate ideas into visually engaging solutions.
• Manage and mentor a team of graphic designers, providing clear direction, constructive feedback, and professional development support.
• Oversee the production process, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality design assets.
• Stay abreast of the latest design trends, software, and technologies, and advocate for their adoption where appropriate.
• Present design concepts and strategies to stakeholders and clients, effectively articulating creative rationale.
• Ensure brand consistency across all visual communications and touchpoints.
• Manage project timelines and resource allocation for design projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related creative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional graphic design experience, with a significant portion in a leadership or senior role.
• Extensive portfolio demonstrating a wide range of design skills and creative problem-solving.
• Expert proficiency in industry-standard design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong understanding of branding, typography, layout, and color theory.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Experience in the Arts & Entertainment sector is highly desirable.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing polished, professional work.
• Candidates must be comfortable working in a fully remote capacity, based ideally within or with an understanding of the creative landscape relevant to Centurion, Gauteng, ZA .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead creative direction for impactful projects in the Arts & Entertainment sector.
• Collaborate with a talented and passionate team.
• Significant professional growth and development opportunities.
• Direct influence on brand identity and visual storytelling.
• Exposure to cutting-edge design challenges and solutions.
• Supportive remote work infrastructure.