Senior Graphic Designer - Digital Content

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to join a remote-first team and shape the visual identity across digital channels. You will lead design from concept to delivery for campaigns, social, and websites, ensuring on-brand visuals.

You will mentor junior designers, collaborate with marketing and product teams, and stay ahead of trends in motion graphics, video, and interactive media. This role offers flexibility and diverse projects within the arts & entertainment sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional graphic design experience with a digital focus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects).
• Experience in motion graphics and video editing.
• Strong portfolio of digital design projects.
• Understanding of visual communication and digital marketing strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects remotely in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute high-quality visual designs for digital campaigns, social media, websites, and other online channels.
• Develop and maintain brand consistency across all digital touchpoints, ensuring adherence to style guides and brand principles.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and product teams to translate project requirements into engaging visual solutions.
• Create compelling motion graphics and animations for video content and interactive media.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback to elevate the team's output.
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies to continuously improve creative strategies.

Skills

5+ years exp

Motion graphics

Video editing

Brand consistency

Remote project mgmt

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

After Effects

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly creative and experienced Senior Graphic Designer to join their dynamic, fully remote team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping the visual identity and digital presence of our client's brand across various online platforms. You will lead the design process from concept to final delivery, ensuring all visual assets are compelling, on-brand, and meet strategic objectives. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, collaborate with a global team, and contribute to impactful marketing campaigns in the Arts & Entertainment sector, all within a flexible, remote-first work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute high-quality visual designs for digital marketing campaigns, social media, websites, and other online channels.
• Develop and maintain brand consistency across all digital touchpoints, ensuring adherence to style guides and brand principles.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, content, and product teams to translate project requirements into engaging visual solutions.
• Create compelling motion graphics and animations for video content and interactive media.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback to elevate the team's overall design output.
• Stay current with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies to continuously improve creative strategies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Graphic Designer, with a strong focus on digital media and digital content creation.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects).
• Demonstrated experience in motion graphics and video editing.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of creative digital design projects.
• Excellent understanding of visual communication principles and digital marketing strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote, fast-paced setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and personal leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning through online courses and workshops.
• A fully remote work environment that promotes work-life balance and flexibility.