Travel Program Designer

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cape Town seeks a Travel Program Designer & Visualiser to create unique itineraries for clients visiting Southern Africa. The role involves coordinating accommodations, travel logistics, and designing visually appealing presentations. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in travel design, a strong knowledge of local destinations, and proficiency in PowerPoint and Canva.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in travel program design or related role.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Canva; graphic design skills are a bonus.
• Strong knowledge of Southern Africa's travel landscape.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop travel itineraries highlighting South Africa’s attractions.
• Conduct research to curate appealing offerings and monitor industry trends.
• Collaborate with sales teams to ensure programs meet client expectations.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Creative Problem Solving

Tools

PowerPoint

Canva

Job description

Travel Program Designer & Visualiser required in Cape Town.

Have you worked in travel, events, or luxury hospitality before? Our Cape Town client offers tailor-made travel experiences for small and large groups visiting Southern Africa. They require someone to coordinate accommodation, restaurant bookings, flights etc and create visually engaging video presentations to showcase the itineraries.

PowerPoint and/or Canva experience is essential. Bonus points if you can add music or voiceovers.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in travel program design, itinerary planning, or a related role within the tourism industry
• Proficient in PowerPoint (experience with animation/moving graphics is a big bonus)
• Experience with Canva or similar design tools
• Strong knowledge of Southern Africa’s travel landscape, including popular destinations, cultural experiences and adventure activities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creative problem-solving skills and passion for designing unique travel experiences.
• Familiarity with sustainable tourism practices and environmental conservation efforts.
• Graphic design skills will be a strong advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities::

• Design and develop unique travel itineraries and programs that highlight South Africa’s attractions, culture and experiences
• Catering to various client preferences and budgets.
• Conduct research on destinations, activities & local partners to ensure offerings are current and relevant, and appealing.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging travel experiences.
• Work closely with local suppliers, guides and partners to curate high-quality experiences and negotiate contracts that benefit both the company and its clients.
• Collaborate with the sales and operations teams to understand client needs and preferences, ensuring that programs are tailored to meet and exceed expectations.
• Monitor quality assurance as to the success of programs, gathering feedback
• Assist in developing budgets for programs, ensuring profitability while maintaining quality and value for clients.
• Maintaining an efficient product library filing system.
• Provide training and support to sales team regarding new programs, ensuring they have the necessary knowledge to effectively sell and promote offerings.