Graphic Designer & Webmaster at Boikago Group (Pty) Ltd

A state owned entity based in JHB CBD is looking for a Graphic Designer & Webmaster to join their marketing team

Purpose of the role

To create and develop engaging graphics for a variety of media and to assist with Website Content Administration and Management for the company.

 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant IT/Technical diploma (NQF6) and/ or degree (NQF7)
• National Diploma in Graphic Art/Design or any related creative field (NQF6)
• Graphic Design Tools and Applications training
• 3 years’ experience in relevant field, 4 years’ experience would be an added advantage

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Management of Designs and Artwork

• Development of the company Brand Strategy and Corporate Identity Manual
• Conceptualise and Design Artworks for the company
• To drive consistent standards and approaches throughout all design aspects
• Planning, designing, and developing the company marketing material.
• Updating all platforms that require design and layout of content including mobile app and website
• Creating and designing visual content
• Facilitate the Communication and engagement of employees on the company Corporate Identity

Innovation, Research and Development

• Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into design and layout of all  content
• Gather and refine specifications and requirements per design project
• Stay up to date with new technology trends within the graphic design space
• To keep up to date with the latest web design technologies and techniques in order to discuss them for inclusion within our website creations designs

Management and Maintenance of Web Platforms

• Optimizing the web architectures platforms for navigability and accessibility
• Ensuring the website and databases are being backed up content is backed up
• Assisting in the collection and documentation of user's requirements, development of user stories, and estimates
• Maintaining all communications platforms including Website, Intranet and Mobile application
• Play a leading role in design discussions with internal staff and external consultants as appropriate to help shape and implement design ideas
• Responsible for maintaining, expanding, and scaling web platforms through design and layout
• Create standard and aligned web content as well as material for the company web platforms

Provision of  Projects and Events Support  Services

• Provide Artwork support services to the company Events and Projects
• Collaborate with the relevant managers to ensure a successful, high-quality design and layout of materials and great user experience
• Liaise and communicate with internal and external stakeholders in support of projects and events
• Manage website content and ensure regular update of the Internet and various web platforms in support of projects and events
• Plan for future changes to the website platforms and communicate the changes with stakeholders

Website Development and Administration

• Upload information for placement on the company website
• Develop web content and ensure that all archive material and publications of the company is accessible on the website
• Ensure accessibility of the website to all internet users
• Ensure accessibility of the internet to the public domain