Senior Brand Designer & Strategy Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Strategist in Pietermaritzburg to lead brand identity work and strategic design across diverse client projects. You will shape visual narratives, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with marketing and PM teams to maintain brand consistency.

The role requires a strong portfolio, advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, and a deep understanding of branding principles; UX/UI awareness is a plus in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Senior Graphic Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Solid understanding of branding principles and marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute brand identity systems (logos, color palettes, typography, guidelines).
• Design marketing collateral, digital assets, website graphics, social media, and print materials.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and PMs to ensure brand consistency across touchpoints.

Skills

Brand strategy

Brand identity

Adobe Creative Suite

Leadership

Project management

UX/UI familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Strategist in Pietermaritzburg to lead brand identity work and strategic design across diverse client projects. You will shape visual narratives, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with marketing and PM teams to maintain brand consistency.

The role requires a strong portfolio, advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, and a deep understanding of branding principles; UX/UI awareness is a plus in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.