Senior Brand Designer & Strategist — Lead Creative Identity

Placements24; Randfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Health insurance and retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Creative, collaborative work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks a Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Strategist. You will lead brand identity projects from concept to delivery, shaping client brands with strategic and creative insights.

Collaboration with account managers and directors ensures design excellence and business impact. The ideal candidate has a proven track record, strong portfolio across industries, and expertise in Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in graphic design and brand strategy, preferably in an agency.
• Strong portfolio showing brand identity development and diverse design projects.
• Excellent understanding of branding, marketing, and design trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute brand strategies and visual identity systems for clients.
• Create high-quality graphic design assets (logos, brochures, ads, social media graphics).
• Translate briefs into compelling visual concepts and designs.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and development teams to ensure brand consistency.
• Present concepts and strategies to clients and stakeholders with clear rationale.
• Conduct market research to inform brand positioning and design direction.
• Oversee junior designers and provide feedback and mentorship.
• Manage multiple projects with timely delivery and budget adherence.

Skills

Brand strategy

Creative thinking

Client communication

Portfolio development

Project management

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks a Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Strategist. You will lead brand identity projects from concept to delivery, shaping client brands with strategic and creative insights.

Collaboration with account managers and directors ensures design excellence and business impact. The ideal candidate has a proven track record, strong portfolio across industries, and expertise in Adobe Creative Suite.