Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a highly creative Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Specialist to join our marketing team. This hybrid role balances office collaboration with remote flexibility, and focuses on shaping our brand identity and visual storytelling.

You will conceptualize and execute designs across digital and print, maintain brand guidelines, and mentor junior designers while collaborating with product and marketing teams to deliver impactful campaigns.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in graphic design with a strong focus on branding.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools.
• Strong portfolio showcasing branding projects.
• Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, layout and visual hierarchy.
• Effective communication and presentation skills to articulate design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain brand guidelines for consistent application across materials.
• Create compelling visual designs for digital and print, including logos, brochures, social graphics, and campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to translate objectives into visual solutions.
• Manage multiple design projects from concept to completion, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering creativity and excellence.

Skills

Brand development

Adobe Creative Suite

Typography

Visual storytelling

Project management

Mentoring juniors

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Sandton is looking for a highly creative and strategically minded Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Specialist to join their team. This hybrid role requires an individual with a keen eye for aesthetics and a deep understanding of brand development and visual identity. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and executing impactful designs across various media, ensuring brand consistency and elevating the company's visual presence. Join a collaborative and dynamic marketing team in Gauteng , where your expertise will be crucial in shaping the brand's narrative and visual communication, with the flexibility of both office-based work and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain brand guidelines, ensuring consistent application across all marketing materials and platforms.
• Create compelling visual designs for digital and print, including logos, brochures, social media graphics, website elements, and advertising campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to translate marketing objectives into effective visual solutions.
• Manage multiple design projects from concept to completion, adhering to deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in graphic design, with a significant focus on brand development and identity.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design tools.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative design work, including branding projects.
• Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible hybrid work model offering a balance between office collaboration and remote work.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning options.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in the Sandton area.
• A creative and supportive team environment focused on innovation and brand impact.