Senior Designer (Part-Time)

Varsity College; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Part time

Job summary

The IIE Varsity College is seeking a part-time Senior Designer to lead design projects, mentor designers, and ensure brand consistency. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, alongside at least 5 years of relevant experience, and the ability to manage multiple design initiatives. Junior designers will rely on your expertise to enhance their professional growth. The position offers a collaborative environment within a reputed educational institution in South Africa.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of senior designer experience at a brand level or within an agency.
• Strong portfolio showcasing diverse design projects across multiple mediums.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee design elements from concept to final delivery.
• Provide guidance and support to studio designers.
• Ensure all creative outputs align with brand's visual direction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Creative Thinking

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design, or Communication Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

The IIE Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE).

The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa, and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE Varsity College National Office has a vacancy for a Senior Designer (Part-Time).

Job Purpose

A strategic senior designer able to lead and oversee the creation of visual executions and design projects, mentor midweight designers, ensure brand consistency, and develop innovative solutions for the brand, with strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Key Performance Areas

1. Leading Design Projects: Lead and oversee all design elements from concept to final delivery. Develop and implement design strategies, while managing multiple projects simultaneously. Involvement in the full concept process, from prototype stages through to production.
2. Team Leadership: Provide guidance and support to the studio designers to assist with their professional growth and development. Review the work of the studio designers and provide constructive feedback to ensure high-quality design deliverables that meet the brief requirements. Foster a collaborative and creative team environment together with the Design Studio Team Leader.
3. Strategic Thinking: Apply critical thinking, problem solving, and creative thinking on all design projects and briefs. Communicate proposed design concepts and executions. Ensure the design studio team explores various conceptual approaches to meet the design brief. Deliver both strong ideas and a high level of craftsmanship across all design elements.
4. Maintaining Brand Consistency: Ensure all creative outputs from the design studio align with the brand's visual direction, campaigning, and key messaging.
5. Creative Review: Create visually appealing, user-centric design outputs for various channels/platforms. Present designs for review to relevant stakeholders. Ensure all design principles are applied across all creative outputs. Review and proofread all design outputs produced by the studio team. Ensure all creative executions adhere to the IIE policy and relevant feedback has been incorporated.
6. Project Management: Manage numerous projects and briefs within agreed timelines, demonstrating planning, scheduling, multitasking, and overseeing progress. Ensure all jobs are completed on time and according to brief.
7. Remaining Current: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, design software, and emerging technologies. Conduct ongoing research for mood boards, scamps, and conceptualization. Bring innovative ideas to meet business challenges creatively. Maintain understanding of target audience and market trends to create resonant designs. Keep abreast of competitors' creative executions.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design, or Communication Design with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse design projects across multiple mediums.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements

At least 5+ years of senior designer experience at a brand level or within an agency. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and MS Office. Strong understanding of graphic design principles, styles, and layout techniques. Creative thinker with excellent idea generation and visualization skills. Effective verbal, visual, and written communication. Attention to detail and organized workflow. Knowledge of print processes and artwork setup. Knowledge of animation and digital design is advantageous.

Working Conditions

This is an Independent Contractor Part-Time role.

Application Response

Due to high application volume, only candidates closely matching the requirements will be contacted. Technical support is available via the provided URL.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega, and IIE MSA are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference may be given to underrepresented groups per South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or hold the vacancy without prior notice.