My client, a exclusive retailer t has a vacancy at their head office for a Senior Graphic Designer to start as soon as possible. The successful candidate must have a clear understanding of social media, and the various formats for artwork, as well as a basic understanding of social media marketing
Duties:
Graphic Design
Must be able to interpret briefs and develop creative artwork on a campaign basis
Design marketing collateral for print and web, including but not limited to: Logo Designs – must have strong illustration skills
Consumer communications (print leaflets, emailers)
Product Mockups
Packaging Design
Block mounts
Posters
POS
Social Media
Website Banners / Landing Pages
Google Ads
Any ad-hoc requests
Create content for social media, including but not limited to Instagram stories and main feed posts
Assist with any in-house design required, e.g. Retail Bulletin updates, store collateral
Image edits: Colour corrections where needed
Must be able to manage projects from brief to print
Email Marketing:
Design promotional emailers, upload and implement in DotDigital, submit to Manager to approve
Social Media:
Must have a clear understanding of social media, and the various formats for artwork, as well as a basic understanding of social media marketing
Video:
Create videos for social media and edits where required
Requirements:
Diploma or degree in Graphic Design / Multi-media arts
3-5Years’ experience in Graphic Design
Must be able to present an extensive design portfolio
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Premier Pro)
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
Must have a clear understanding of print design as well as digital design (responsive, mobile etc)
Ideal Personal / Professional Attributes:
Energetic and hard-working, must have a problem-solving attitude
Deadline driven
Creative
Excellent attention to detail
Be able to work independently and prioritise
Strong communication skills
Good time management skills
Ability to adapt and respond effectively to feedback and implement changes in timeous manner
Stay up to date with the latest design and social media trends
