Multimedia Designer

We are looking for a digital multimedia designer who enjoys coming up with innovative ideas, has a strong ability to craft those ideas into fresh, contemporary design suited primarily to the digital arena, as well as full through-the-line campaigns.

The successful applicant will be involved in the creation and execution of effective design campaigns across multiple platforms for all target markets including internal, consumer, and dealer within tight deadlines.

You need to be self-motivated, thrive under pressure, have a keen eye for detail as well as the ability to multitask, while actively embracing our core business philosophy.

Minimum - Education and Experience

1. Diploma
2. 5 years as multimedia designer
3. Multimedia Design

Responsibilities

To conceptualise and craft fresh art direction for all target markets in the business including internal, consumer, and dealer markets.

Be the custodian of the brand guidelines.

Interpret creative briefs and develop a suitable concept and art direction.

Liaise with internal teams and agencies to ensure continuity of delivery within agreed time frames.

Understanding of current design trends, including digital (web, mobile, e-mail) and social media design.

Understand brand personability and translate the brand message accordingly.

Develop, enhance and execute cohesive creative strategy toward the business goals.

Strong ability to design for web, mobile, and social media.

Strong ability to creatively edit film footage and create bespoke after effects.

Strong ability to edit audio and apply sound effects.

Experienced application and customisation of video templates.

Experience in utilising AI features to improve ideation / design turnaround.

Internal Responsibilities

1. Conceptualise and prepare designs for all internal communication within the business.
2. Conceptualise & design electronic mailers.
3. Create innovative videos using Adobe Premiere Pro / After Effects and / or DaVinci Resolve to support campaigns.
4. Design internal communication for new processes and changes in the business.
5. Design & assist with executing communication for internal fun days.
6. Conceptualise & design company CI and logos and create the supporting corporate stationery.
7. Execute briefs from all corners of the business including sales, HR, marketing, etc.

Dealer Responsibilities

1. Conceptualise and prepare designs for all dealer communication within the business.
2. Conceptualise and design unique ideas for all sales collateral across all brands.
3. Liaise with and prepare correct print files for printers as per spec.
4. Design infographics, mailers, monthly statistics, folders, sales packs, rate cards, detailers, etc. to support the sales teams and dealer communication.
5. Design digital invites for various events.
6. Create innovative videos using Adobe Creative Cloud / DaVinci Resolve.

Consumer Responsibilities

1. Create online display advertising campaigns by designing creative elements suited to promote our brand through various online platforms, including desktop, tablet, and mobile.
2. Google Web Designer experience is beneficial.
3. Craft and edit videos that promote our brand at various shows and events.
4. Design billboards to support above the line campaigns.
5. Design elements for our social media platforms.
6. Ability to design event support assets e.g. stand design, wobblers, lightbox stand artwork, digital screen videos, point of sales.

Skills

1. Ability to multitask and a creative and out-of-the-box thinker.
2. Work under pressure to meet deadlines.
3. Articulate with a good command of the English language, as well as excellent written communication.
4. MS Office / Slack / Zoom.
5. Excellent understanding of the digital marketing environment and Social Media.

Attitude and Special Requirements

1. Conceptual.
2. Deadline driven.
3. Organised.
4. Pro-active.
5. Self-Motivated.
6. Walk the extra mile.
7. Team Player.
8. The ability to be discreet.
9. Ability to cope with a fast-paced environment.
10. Work late hours on deadlines when required.

If you have a vision and are passionate about the same things we are, we'd love to meet you! At AutoTrader, we put much effort into creating an environment that will produce world-class solutions.

We allow team members to take ownership of their work and see it through from beginning to end whilst drawing on the team's collective experience.

As a team, we discuss problems, brainstorm, and settle on the best solution.

Based in Randburg, Johannesburg, we are affiliated with the global OLX organization. We are always on the lookout for ambitious and passionate people to join our team.