Senior Graphic Designer Mr Price

Mr Price; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Durban is seeking an experienced Senior Designer to join their creative team. The ideal candidate will excel at interpreting creative briefs and conceptualizing strategic campaigns for both print and digital media. Responsibilities include mentoring other designers, providing feedback, and ensuring quality in design execution. Applicants should have a Graphic Design qualification, 6-7 years of experience, and strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite. This role emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• 6-7 years of graphic design experience required.
• Fashion or retail campaign experience OR fast-paced agency experience preferred.
• 2-3 years of Art direction experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Translate briefs into creative solutions for marketing objectives.
• Conceptualize and design for various platforms including print and digital.
• Oversee and mentor junior and mid designers.

Skills

Graphic design expertise

Team mentoring

Presentation skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Graphic Design qualification

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Designer to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will excel at interpreting briefs, conceptualizing strategic creative campaigns, and producing high-quality designs for both print and digital media in line with our marketing objectives.

Marketing Design

Translate briefs and strategic requirements into compelling creative solutions that connect with the target audience in a meaningful way.

Conceptualize strategic campaigns and projects across design platforms.

Create mock-ups that show clear execution of design ideas.

Work with a Copywriter to generate ideas.

Work with Video team to generate concepts for online / social ideas and possibly tv campaigns

Design for print, digital, social platforms, activations, events or any platform that the creative campaign covers.

Prepare final artwork and liaise with the Re-production department on quality control and Brand specs.

Potential to be required to art direct on photoshoots on some campaigns.

Continuous brainstorming and proactive research into design methodology and application.

Assist Art Direction Leads with overall strategic direction for upcoming seasons.

Team Leadership / Support

Overseeing and guiding mid designers to ensure their creative output aligns with the briefs.

Mentoring and encouraging growth to junior and mid designers and members of the team.

Providing feedback to designers on creative concepts to coach and guide their creative output.

Attend and participate in concept brainstorms and work collaboratively with the team to develop differentiated creative campaigns.

Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

Presentations / Meetings

Compile presentations that clearly interpret your intentions and creative ideas.

Presentation skills and effective communication skills to present creative work to Brand teams and key stakeholders.

Attend and participate in concept and production meetings.

Shoots

Attend shoots relevant to specific campaigns when required.

Direct photographers and models on shoot according to approved campaign mood boards and elements required.

Graphic Design qualification

6-7 years of graphic design experience

Fashion or retail campaign experience OR fast-paced agency experience

Omnichannel experience in retail preferred

2-3 years of Art direction experience

1-2 years of management experience

Portfolio demonstrating design expertise.

Print design; web / digital / social / interactive design; creative developmental process; conceptualize strategic campaigns; Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop; AfterEffects); Figma knowledge advantageous; insight into current design trends; brand awareness; communication skills; team mentoring; assist with art direction on photoshoots; multitasking and prioritizing workload.

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.