OPTOG! Media would like to announce a vacant position in the capacity of: GRAPHIC DESIGNER, for a full-time position in PRETORIA (South Africa).
We are seeking a Graphic Designer to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will work on a variety of cross-channel marketing projects, creating visually compelling content that supports marketing campaigns and enhances client brand experiences. This role requires a creative and adaptable individual with a strong eye for design, a solid understanding of marketing principles, and the ability to deliver high-quality work. The candidate should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to push creative boundaries.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Design a wide range of marketing and promotional materials, including banners, posters, social media content, newsletter campaigns and ads while ensuring high quality and meeting deadlines.
- Analyse paid media and ad campaign performance and make strategic recommendations for future improvements.
- Conceptualise and design logos, corporate identities and brand guidelines for new clients.
- Compile brand style guides while effectively analysing market competition and trends.
- Design website user interfaces (UI) and user experiences (UX) for handoff to the development team.
- Propose user-centred designs by integrating style guides, creativity, customer feedback and usability findings efficiently.
- Collaborate with internal teams while taking initiative and leading design projects when required.
- Ensure all designs align with client brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries and innovation.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant degree, qualifications or experience
- Proficient in Adobe; Illustrator, Photoshop & InDesign
- Experience designing websites, web layouts (UI/UX)
- Time management and multitasking skills
- An eye for detail and aesthetic
- Confident and willing to take initiative
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Excellent written communication skills (spelling and grammar is important)
Bonus Skills
- Motion graphics and animation for enhancing branding and social media content.
- Familiarity with WordPress/Woocommerce.
- Experience with website builders and tools (e.g., Shopify, Figma, Wix, Webflow).
- Experience in Adobe After Effects.
Minimum of three references required.
Renumeration will be discussed during the interview.
Should you not be contacted within 14 days after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.