Senior Designer

Ogilvy Social.Lab; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogilvy Social.Lab recherche un Senior Designer passionné pour rejoindre son équipe dynamique, où vous aurez la possibilité de travailler sur des projets innovants qui croisent les frontières. Avec au moins 5-7 ans d'expérience, vous apporterez votre créativité et vos compétences en leadership pour guider une équipe de designers, créant des solutions visuellement époustouflantes dans un environnement hybride. Si vous êtes prêt à relever des défis et à faire un impact à l'échelle mondiale, postulez dès aujourd'hui.

Benefits

Contrat à durée déterminée de 6 mois

Politique de télétravail hybride

Qualifications

• Au moins 5-7 ans d'expérience dans un rôle de design.
• Capacité à penser de manière stratégique pour élever la marque.
• Compétences en typographie et en design numérique.

Responsibilities

• Diriger et inspirer une équipe de designers.
• Collaborer avec des équipes interfonctionnelles pour une direction créative cohérente.
• Gérer plusieurs projets tout en respectant les délais.

Skills

Leadership

Créativité

Gestion du temps

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

After Effects

Job description

Ogilvy Social Lab is setting global benchmarks in digital marketing and is driven by offering our expertise to both local and international clients through a multi-market footprint.

We have enabled 'borderless ways of working', operating as connected teams and providing Creative, Content, Media and Intelligence capabilities to Ogilvy agencies and clients in more than 20 countries.

Join our globally connected team and work on challenging projects that transcend borders. Embrace a career that takes you to new horizons and make a global impact!

We are looking for a Senior Designer

Are you a passionate designer with a knack for delivering exceptional design solutions across both digital and print-based projects? Look no further! We are searching for a highly creative individual who possesses supreme attention to detail and strong leadership skills to join our dynamic team.

As an exceptionally talented graphic designer, you will bring your own unique flair to our agency and consistently develop outstanding solutions, regardless of the brief or sector. We don't just want you to take a brief; we want you to collaborate with our diverse team, generate exciting ideas, and create beautiful work and campaigns for the wide range of brands we work with.

In addition to your creative prowess, we need someone who can keep their ducks in a row. With multiple accounts to work across, time management skills are crucial. You will be responsible for managing your own workload efficiently, meeting project deadlines, and ensuring smooth communication and coordination within the team.

Ideally, we're seeking someone with 5-7 years of experience working across a broad range of clients and multiple sectors. Your expertise in Adobe Creative Suite is a must-have, as it will be your primary tool for creating visually stunning designs. Additionally, any experience with After Effects will be a bonus, as it will allow you to bring motion and interactivity to your work.

As a senior designer, you will play a vital role in guiding and mentoring junior members of the team. Strong leadership skills and the ability to provide constructive feedback and guidance will be crucial to your success. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including copywriters, strategists, and account managers, to ensure a cohesive and impactful creative direction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in graphic design, showcasing a portfolio that reflects your talent and creativity.
• Possess the skills to lead and inspire a team of designers, providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship.
• Exhibit a keen eye for detail, ensuring the accuracy and quality of design deliverables.
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, actively participating in brainstorming sessions and contributing innovative ideas.
• Be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced agency environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards.
• Exhibit excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver projects on time.
• Effectively communicate with clients, understanding their requirements, and delivering design solutions that align with their brand and objectives.
• Have a diverse portfolio demonstrating experience across different sectors and clients, showcasing versatility in design styles and approaches.
• Possess expert-level knowledge of software such as Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, utilising them to create visually striking designs.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of digital design principles and user interface.
• Ideally, have experience with tools like After Effects to bring motion and interactivity to designs, enhancing their visual impact.

Requirements:

• At least 5-7 years of experience in a design role, with a strong track record of successfully executing design projects.
• Possess the ability to think strategically and understand the larger business goals and objectives when creating design solutions.
• Show proficiency in brand development and brand strategy, understanding how design can effectively communicate and strengthen a brand's identity.
• Excel in generating and developing innovative and engaging design concepts that align with project objectives and target audiences.
• Display strong typographic skills, understanding how to effectively use typography to enhance visual communication and create impactful designs.
• Demonstrate expertise in designing for digital platforms, including responsive web design, mobile applications, and interactive experiences.
• Show the ability to provide art direction and lead photo shoots or collaborate with photographers and illustrators to bring concepts to life.
• Stay up to date with design trends, industry innovations, and emerging technologies, incorporating them into your work when appropriate.
• Exhibit strong presentation skills, both internally to the team and externally to clients, effectively conveying design concepts and rationale.
• Demonstrate a passion for continuous learning and professional growth, actively seeking opportunities to expand your design skills and knowledge.

Unleash Your Creativity, Ignite Your Passion, and Shape the Future: Be a Part of Our Dynamic Design Family!

Offer

• Full-time 6-month contract job within a growing and trendsetting agency with the possibility of extending
• Hybrid homeworking policy

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