Johannesburg: Visual Communications Designer (Agency) posted by Be Different Recruitment

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Visual Communications Designer to join our team in Johannesburg. As a key member of our agency, you will be responsible for creating visually stunning and effective communication materials that showcase our clients’ brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate ideas, messages and concepts into clear visual communication
• Maintain consistency in look, feel and language across all company outputs
• Act as a visual brand guardian across presentations, web, social and video
• Improve clarity and cohesion of existing materials
• Create, update and maintain PowerPoint and Prezi presentations
• Structure information into clear narratives and visual hierarchies
• Design presentations for pitches, internal communication and commercial use
• Build, update, and maintain basic websites using WordPress and Elementor
• Ensure visual consistency, usability and responsiveness
• Translate brand and messaging into effective web layouts
• Create visual and video content for company social media platforms
• Manage and maintain company social media accounts
• Adapt content for different platforms while maintaining a cohesive visual language
• Create short commercial-style videos using AI tools
• Develop engaging video content aligned with brand and messaging
• Stay up to date with emerging AI tools and workflows
• Take high-level or loosely defined ideas and turn them into clear presentations, short-form commercial videos, and effective social media content
• Work independently from brief to delivery

Requirements

• 3 – 5 Years proven experience as a Visual Communications Designer or similar role
• Diploma (or higher) in Visual Communication or similar
• Strong portfolio demonstrating clarity, storytelling and consistency
• Advanced PowerPoint skills; Prezi experience is an advantage
• Solid experience with WordPress and Elementor
• Experience creating content for social media platforms
• Comfort using AI tools for creative content, particularly video
• Strong understanding of layout, typography and visual hierarchy
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Experience working with or developing brand guidelines
• Understanding of commercial and marketing communication

Qualifications

No formal education/certifications are required.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.