Graphic Designer

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Job Title: Graphic Designer
Department: Marketing
Location: To be confirmed
Employment Type: Permanent

About Us

Key Responsibilities

• Translate written and verbal ideas into visually compelling designs that effectively communicate product concepts.
• Develop creative concepts, graphics, layouts, product illustrations, and other visual assets in line with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with management to develop cohesive designs that reflect the company's overall vision.
• Develop layouts and production designs according to product briefs.
• Create visual elements including icons, photographs, typography, and other design components.
• Design packaging, campaigns, product materials, and retail-focused marketing content.
• Review final layouts and recommend improvements to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Provide creative solutions and design direction to management.
• Maintain effective communication regarding design style, format, and print production.
• Select appropriate colours, images, typography, and layouts to effectively communicate the desired message.
• Prepare rough drafts and present concepts for review.
• Incorporate feedback from management into final designs.
• Keep up to date with the latest design trends and industry developments.
• Attend to ad hoc company design requirements as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• Professional portfolio showcasing relevant graphic design experience.
• Relevant experience in a similar fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly:
  
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • Photoshop
• Excellent IT skills, particularly with design and photo-editing software.
• Strong understanding of packaging design and marketing campaigns, particularly within the retail sector.
• Strong understanding of brand guidelines and visual communication.
• Excellent creativity and innovation.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional approach to managing time, costs, and deadlines.

Skills & Competencies

• Creative and innovative mindset.
• Excellent visual communication and conceptualisation skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to interpret briefs and translate ideas into effective visual designs.
• Strong understanding of current graphic design and retail trends.

Supporting Documents Required

• Matric Certificate.
• Certified ID.
• Academic Statement of Results.
• Tertiary Qualification.
• Professional Portfolio / Examples of Work.
• Two work-related references.

What is on Offer

• Opportunity to join the Marketing Team.
• Creative and dynamic working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to brand development and innovative marketing campaigns.
• Career and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

• Updated CV
• Portfolio / examples of your work
• Tertiary qualification
• Academic statement of results
• Certified ID
• Matric certificate
• Two work-related references

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