Centurion: Graphic Designer posted by Bidvest Protea Coin

• Collaborate with our internal team and key stakeholders to develop, design and create multimedia content including but not limited to web, mail, digital, social, display, video and print. 
• Implement, design, and adapt templates and workflows for the above collateral. 
• Design digital marketing, including websites, social media, and digital advertising. 
• Design direct marketing, including email, desk drops and notifications, etc. 
• Design internal and external communication, including newsletters, mailers, etc. 
• Design advertising, including digital ads, outdoor, digital campaigns, etc. 
• Design collateral and branding, including brand guides, brochures, publications, merchandising, etc. 
• Design multimedia content, including infographics, social media posts, stories, videos, etc. 
• Design promotional, conference and event material, including banners, programmes, invitations, etc. 
• Produce digital marketing videos and take event photos. 
• Own and evolve our multimedia design and execution to ensure high visibility across various channels and platforms. 
• Use multimedia design skills across all disciplines to develop a visual language that is brand compliant whilst connecting effortlessly with our stakeholders. 
• Take on additional responsibilities commensurate to the role as and when required.  

 
Multimedia Design:  

• Create visually appealing and attention-grabbing graphics, illustrations, and animations for use across various digital platforms. 
• Develop compelling visual content for social media campaigns, email marketing, website banners, advertisements, and other marketing materials. 
• Utilise animation and drawing skills to bring concepts to life and enhance visual storytelling. 
• Collaborate with the marketing team to conceptualise and execute creative designs that align with the company’s brand identity. 
• Ensure all designs are in line with brand guidelines and maintain consistency across all marketing channels. 
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in multimedia design, animation, and drawing techniques.  

 
Social Media Content Creation:  

• Develop engaging visual content for social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc. 
• Design eye-catching social media posts, infographics, GIFs, and short videos to enhance brand awareness and drive user engagement. 
• Incorporate animation and drawing techniques to create captivating and shareable content. 
• Work closely with the marketing team to create social media campaigns that align with marketing goals and objectives. 
• Optimise visual content for different social media platforms to ensure maximum reach and impact.  

 
Web Development Support:  

• Assist with web development projects, collaborating with the development team to create visually appealing and user-friendly websites. 
• Design website layouts, graphics, icons, and other visual elements to enhance the overall user experience. 
• Utilise multimedia design skills to create interactive and engaging website features. 
• Collaborate with the marketing team and web developers to ensure consistent branding and visual coherence across the website.
• Optimise graphics and visuals for web display to ensure fast loading times and optimal performance.  

Preferred qualifications/attributes/skills:  

• Formal degree/diploma in graphic design, visual communication, multimedia design or related field. 
• 3+ Years’ relevant work experience, preferably in a marketing or advertising setting. 
• A portfolio demonstrating expertise in multimedia design is a must. 
• Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe After Effect Adobe Animate, Adobe XD) and CoralDraw. 
• Videography and photography skills are essential. 
• Web skills such as HTML, CSS, media savvy and programming skills are a plus. 
• A high visual aesthetic with superb layout and typography skills. 
• Excellent knowledge of storyboarding, visual design principles, and animation. 
• Knowledge of print production and pre-press file preparation. 
• Ability to work well within templated processes, innovating when required to streamline the delivery of creative for all platforms. 
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities under tight time constraints. 
• Strong understanding of campaign development and executions. 
• Good knowledge of social design trends and approaches, particularly across Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook. 
• Desire to continually learn, evaluate and implement new technologies; up to date on current trends, new techniques and resources in graphic design and related technologies. 
• South African citizen or holder of a valid work permit.  

Skil and Abilities:  

• Proficient in animation and drawing techniques with a keen eye for detail and creativity. 
• Solid understanding of multimedia design principles, layout, and typography. 
• Strong conceptualization and visual storytelling skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple projects, and meet deadlines. 
• Strong communication skills to effectively present and articulate design ideas. 
• Up to date with the latest multimedia design trends, tools, and technologies.