Senior Brand Designer & Identity Lead

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical and retirement benefits

Generous leave and professional dev.

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Lead Graphic Designer Identity Lead for Cape Town to spearhead branding initiatives across projects in the Arts & Entertainment sector.

You will lead a design team, develop brand guidelines, and deliver compelling visuals that align with strategic objectives and elevate the company’s identity. The role combines creative leadership with hands-on design across channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional graphic design experience.
• At least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong portfolio in branding, identity and corporate design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain brand guidelines and visual identity systems.
• Lead design of marketing collateral, digital assets, event branding and other visuals.
• Mentor and guide junior designers.
• Collaborate with marketing and stakeholders to translate strategy into visuals.
• Ensure consistency and quality across platforms.

Skills

Branding

Logo design

Typography

Layout design

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Lead Graphic Designer Identity Lead - Cape Town

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Graphic Designer to spearhead their branding initiatives in Cape Town. This role is crucial for defining and elevating the visual identity of the company and its various projects within the vibrant Arts & Entertainment landscape. You will lead the design team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional visual assets that are both aesthetically compelling and strategically aligned with brand objectives, fostering a collaborative spirit and driving creative excellence in all visual communications.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Graphic Designer to spearhead their branding initiatives in Cape Town. This role is crucial for defining and elevating the visual identity of the company and its various projects within the vibrant Arts & Entertainment landscape. You will lead the design team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional visual assets that are both aesthetically compelling and strategically aligned with brand objectives, fostering a collaborative spirit and driving creative excellence in all visual communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive brand guidelines and visual identity systems.
• Lead the design of marketing collateral, digital assets, event branding, and other visual communications.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering their professional growth.
• Collaborate with marketing and stakeholders to translate strategic goals into impactful visual designs.
• Ensure consistency and quality of all design output across various platforms and mediums.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in graphic design, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in branding, logo design, and corporate identity.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with digital design tools.
• Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles within the context of Arts & Entertainment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Opportunity to significantly influence brand perception in a creative industry.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave and professional development