Senior Graphic Designer

HelloKindred; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to elevate its brand through innovative design. The ideal candidate will lead projects across digital and print, ensuring brand consistency while mentoring juniors. Applicants should have over 7 years of experience and a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse creative range. This is a remote role that requires adaptability to a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in graphic design with a diverse portfolio.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite for high-quality design.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and deliver effective design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement design strategies aligned with brand goals.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver design solutions meeting project objectives.
• Guide and mentor junior designers while managing multiple projects.

Skills

Graphic Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Visual Storytelling

Typography

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Anticipated Contract End Date / Length: 6 months with potential to extend

Work setup: 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.