Mid - Weight Digital Designer - Cape Town at Flash Group

Description

• For this role the Candidate should have a strong knowledge of evolving trends in design and social media, and constantly be trying to create new and exciting work. They will need to be able to work proactively under their own initiative, be extremely organised, and have the ability to juggle multiple projects at one time.They will be working across all creative assets needed for Flash’s digital channels, as well as motion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing mockups and presenting to clients before deciding on a final design/concept.Getting signoff/approval before finalising artwork.Have a good working knowledge of digital media platforms and being comfortable designing within those parameters.Designing and developing digital content for web and social media, including animation/motion graphics and video editing.360 creative conceptualising of all branded communications - you will have the opportunity to shape all aspects of a brand from static design to moving image.Working to briefs and deadlines, delivering beautifully finished assets in a timely mannerMaking sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.Layout of graphic and basic design.Designing of sales proposal decks.Amendment of existing artwork.Create FA source files.Become familiarised with client’s brand guidelines and past assignments.

Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Tertiary qualification in Graphic Design or Art Direction or related fields.
• 4+ years experience in digital design; an agency or brand background is preferred.
• Adept at all digital design platforms. ie. Designing for social media templates such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube and Linkedin.
• Expert Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects), 
• Knowledge of Figma
• If you know your way around After Effects – advantageous
• Up to date current Design Portfolio.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Have a good working knowledge of digital media platforms and being comfortable designing within those parameters.

BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS:

• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess a positive attitude and a creative flair for designing. Art direction/ story-telling and social media trends.
• Working and collaborating with art directors, copywriters, photographers, and other designers.
• Adapting 
• Work on multiple briefs at the same time