Multimedia Designer

SUMMARY:
Multimedia Designer required to create designs according to requirements and will be responsible for posting content on social media, designing graphic material and maintain the company website.  Successful candidate can be based in either Western Cape or Gauteng

POSITION INFO:
Qualification

• BSc/BA in Design or a related field

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Graphic Designer
• Experience with design software (e.g. InVision) and graphics editing tools (e.g. Photoshop, CorelDRAW)
• Familiarity with design techniques (e.g. prototyping)
• Understanding of visual elements (layout, type, and fonts)
• Exceptional creative flair and an innovative approach to all design projects.
• Excellent organisational, time and project management skills.

• Understand project requirements and concepts.
• Use various techniques to create drafts, models, and  prototypes.
• Produce final design solutions (like logos, banners,  interfaces)
• Pitch creative ideas.
• Collaborate with team members to launch projects.
• Take on special design tasks.
• Use feedback from other designers to improve.
• Bringing the brief and concept to life based on the  companies needs and vision.
• Keeping budget, time, and production constraints in mind.
• Preparing mock-ups and presenting to team before deciding on a final design/concept.
• Editing proofs to client’s specifications and getting signoff/approval before finalising artwork.
• Working and collaborating with directors, copywriters, project leaders and other designers.
• Adapting and rolling out approved concepts to various media, above and below the line.
• Adhering to the company’s brand identity and guidelines, as well as legislative label and advertising requirements.
• Working with external departments to extend concept and visuals to other internal and external marketing-related material.
• Making sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.
• Work on multiple briefs at the same time.
• Management of the company website.
• Design and management of video content and company handouts.
• Staying up to date with printing techniques and sourcing of new packaging materials.
• Facilitate successful product launches and company events (farmer days, expo’s, etc.)