Graphic Designer - Roodepoort

SUMMARY:
Graphic Designer - Roodepoort

POSITION INFO:
Graphic designer\/photographer\/videographer We operate in the beauty\/cosmetics space. Based at our office in Roodepoort Gauteng, we''re looking for a talented person who can take concepts and ideas to create visual representations through Photography, videography and graphic design. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable. Collaborating with multiple teams across the company, the candidate should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of branding and marketing, and be able to find the right style and layout for every project. Objectives of this role Work on a wide range of projects and media, using various software programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals Obtain input from managers to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company or client appropriately Work independently as well as cooperatively with the marketing team to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and schedule project implementation based on workload, which may include five or more simultaneous projects Examine existing processes, identify flaws, and create solutions that improve design capabilities Update and maintain internal databases for designs, photography, and video Responsibilities Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with multiple teams or clients on a wide range of materials that may include web pages, presentations, programming collateral, signage, internal communications, newsletters, and marketing materials Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity Manage the design and uploading process for all project materials, based on best practices for using a content management system Use trend intelligence and knowledge of historical and current markets when designing and executing specific classifications Required skills and qualifications Exceptional creativity and innovative design skill (Photography and videography skills highly advantageous) Three or more years of experience in professional content creation, preferably with a creative or marketing agency Three or more years of experience (academic and professional) with design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, premier pro and Photoshop Photography experience and proficiency with photo-editing software Excellent communication and presentation skills Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment Desire to continue building skill set with education and training Preferred skills and qualifications Knowledge of WordPress, and content management systems Remuneration Negotiable and market related based on current earnings, qualifications and experience. You'll join a collaborative team where your creativity will have a direct impact on our brand's success. If you're passionate about visual storytelling and ready to take on exciting challenges, we'd love to hear from you . All eligible candidates are encouraged to send ONLY their updated CV's in Word or PDF format to