Creative Specialist

Prescient; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic creative agency in Cape Town is seeking a Creative Specialist for a 6-month contract, with potential for a permanent position. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of design experience, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and strong presentation skills. Responsibilities include shaping design direction, supporting UX/UI projects, and collaborating across digital platforms. A portfolio showcasing varied work is essential. Join a team dedicated to delivering impactful creative solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in design or creative content creation.
• Strong portfolio showcasing digital, social, and publication work.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and presentation design.

Responsibilities

• Shape design direction and contribute to campaign concepts.
• Support UX/UI design work for web and intranet projects.
• Act as the lead liaison on design-related projects.

Skills

Design/creative content creation

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Attention to detail

Presentation design expertise

Visual storytelling skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Education

Graphic Design related Qualification (National Diploma / Degree)

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

PowerPoint

Job description

Purpose of role

We’re looking for a dynamic, solutions‑driven creative specialist to join our team on a 6‑month contract, with the exciting possibility of growing into a permanent role. This opportunity is ideal for someone who takes initiative, thrives in both independent and collaborative environments, and is passionate about elevating brand experiences across digital, web, and internal communication as well as in‑person event platforms.

In this role, you’ll be the team’s go‑to creative expert - shaping design direction, contributing to campaign concepts, and translating complex ideas into simple, engaging visuals. You’ll also support UX/UI design work for web and intranet projects, contribute to internal marketing initiatives, and act as the lead liaison on design‑related projects and campaigns.

Duties and responsibilities

Required experience:

• 5+ years of design/ creative content creation experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing digital, social, and publication work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• PowerPoint and presentation design expertise.
• Exceptional attention to detail and visual storytelling skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently.
• Passion for design that informs, inspires, and educates.

Bonus points for

• Motion design/video editing skills (highly valued).
• Experience in financial services or corporate branding.
• Knowledge of data visualisation or infographics.
• UX/UI or web design familiarity.

Required Qualifications

• Graphic Design related Qualification (National Diploma / Degree).

Key competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Take ownership of tasks and be accountable for delivering quality outcomes for the business.
• Proactive and able to take initiative.
• Creative thinker.
• Can work independently or part of a team.
• Highly organised and excellent time management.
• Positive team player, highly collaborative approach.
• Strong communication skills.

Why this role

This is an opportunity to globally shape meaningful creative work in a collaborative, dynamic environment. You’ll lead and influence creative direction, contribute across multiple digital and internal platforms, and help bring clarity and impact to complex financial services ideas. Join us for six months, show us what you can do, and there’s every possibility this role could become permanent.