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Durban: Design Director posted by Sandi Crowther Recruitment

Durban: Design Director posted by Sandi Crowther Recruitment

Posted on 2025-06-21 00:00:00

Job Summary

About the role:
As Design Director, you’ll oversee the end-to-end creative process – from seasonal trend forecasting and concept development to packaging design and print production. Your ability to merge creativity with strategic planning will be key to delivering visually compelling, high-quality design solutions across multiple product categories.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Create and manage a detailed annual artwork timeline and design roadmap
  • Lead the development of mood boards, seasonal themes, and visual identities
  • Select Pantone colour palettes aligned with market trends and customer preferences
  • Plan customer-specific ranges using inspirational imagery and clear documentation
  • Build packaging style guides and design frameworks tailored to each client
  • Design original artwork and packaging concepts for diverse product lines
  • Produce high-quality 3D renders and digital mockups for client and internal presentations
  • Develop digital catalogues and presentation materials to showcase seasonal collections
  • Prepare sample print files and generate in-house mockups using an Epson printer
  • Review and finalise artwork for production, ensuring print-readiness and accuracy
  • Oversee the reprographic process and liaise with print partners to maintain design integrity
  • Ensure technical compliance across all artwork and printing specifications
  • Approve final print jobs, upholding visual quality and brand alignment
What we’re looking for:
  • Degree or Diploma in Graphic Design, Surface Design, or a related creative field
  • 5–7+ years’ experience in a senior graphic design role, ideally within packaging or print-based consumer products
  • Proven experience in a leadership, design management, or art direction position
  • Hands-on experience with printers, repro houses, and / or product development teams
  • Advanced illustration, pattern, and surface design abilities
  • Strong knowledge of print processes, materials, and pre-press production
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
  • Experience with digital rendering tools such as Adobe Dimension, Photoshop 3D, or KeyShot
  • Exceptional attention to detail, layout, colour, and typography
  • Confident communicator with a strong sense of visual storytelling
  • Skilled in developing brand-aligned packaging systems and design guides
  • Organised, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing complex design timelines
  • Experience mentoring junior designers and collaborating with cross-functional teams

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