Senior Graphic Designer

25Eight LLC; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 1,225,000 - 1,576,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to join their creative team in a remote capacity. You will develop design strategies and lead projects that enhance the brand's visual impact. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of graphic design experience and a strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior designers while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in graphic design, showcasing a diverse portfolio.
• Strong proficiency in leading projects and creative direction.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement design strategies aligning with brand goals.
• Lead concept development for high-quality design across all formats.
• Balance multiple projects with competing deadlines.

Skills

Creative design

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Visual storytelling

Typography

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.

Our vision is to make work accessible and people’s lives better.We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers –connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Job Description

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: 6 months with potential to extend
Work set up: Remote (Overlapping with ET/CT time zone)

Our client in the global professional services industry is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Graphic Designer to join their creative team and elevate the visual impact of their brand. This role is ideal for a strategic and conceptual thinker and hands-on designer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You’ll lead design projects across digital and print, bring creative ideas to life, and help shape their visual identity while mentoring junior team members.

What you will do:

• Develop and implement design strategies that align with brand and business goals across all channels.
• Lead concept development and execute high-quality design work across branding, marketing campaigns, digital assets, print collateral, presentations, and more.
• Champion brand consistency, ensuring all creative work aligns with visual guidelines and brand values.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, content, and cross-functional teams to deliver design solutions that meet project objectives.
• Manage multiple projects with competing deadlines, while maintaining strong attention to detail and design excellence.
• Provide guidance and feedback to junior designers, fostering growth and creative development.
• Stay on top of design trends, tools, and technologies to keep creative work modern and relevant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in graphic design, with a portfolio that showcases creative range and strategic thinking across formats.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) with the ability to execute high-quality design work across formats. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and provide creative direction, with excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Exceptional visual storytelling, layout, and typography skills.
• Comfortable adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in motion graphics, web design, or HTML is a plus.

Additional Information

Please submit a relevant portfolio and/or a link to your portfolio along with your application/resume.

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in, without requiring sponsorship.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

HelloKindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.