Graphic Designer at Technology Innovation Agency

Qualifications

• Recognised NQF (Level 5) qualification in Graphic Design.
• Degree advantageous

Experience

• Four (4) years’ experience in graphic design
• Digital design experience is a must
• Experience in using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Additional digital knowledge (social media, HTML knowledge) – advantageous
• Good understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines consistently.

Duties and Responsibilities

Internal Processes

• Act as brand custodian to ensure all material is aligned to Corporate Identity (CI) guidelines and continuously provide constructive suggestions to improve. 
• Bringing the brief and concept to life based on the client’s needs and vision.
• Be responsible for conceptualisation and implementation of design material from concept to completion, including but not limited to marketing materials such as brochures, banners, presentations, print ads, posters, social media material, digital and online materials, newsletters, training manuals, emailers etc,
• Create digital design assets for web, mobile apps, ad campaigns and social media platforms
• Source printing quotations and see all processes through to distribution if required.
• Ensuring all artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press/production.
• Knowledge of creating and posting content on social media.
• Continuous research skills to keep abreast of web trends and international design practices.
• Liaise with printers to ensure correct format where necessary.
• Preparing mock-ups and presenting to clients before deciding on a final design/concept.
• Making sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.
• Maintain records in accordance with records management policy.
• Liaise with internal clients, imagery companies, agencies, production, facility, and reproduction houses.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to brainstorm and execute creative ideas that align with brand guidelines and objectives.

Stakeholder Relationship

• Liaise with internal clients, imagery companies, agencies, production, facility, and reproduction houses.