Senior Graphic Designer at hearX Group

Minimum education (essential):

• Matric
• Diploma in Graphic Design, Digital Media or equivalent
• Degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media or equivalent

Minimum education (desirable):

• Degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media or equivalent

Minimum applicable experience (years):

•  5 years

Required nature of experience:

• Graphic Design with the following programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, other vector based software. (proof of projects will be required).
• Iconography, illustration and mobile app based design. 
• Campaign and promotion design and layout.
• Corporate identity design and establishment. 
• Print and digital marketing collateral design.
• Experience in the use of XD and FIgma would be advantageous.
• Experience in UI/UX designs as well as mobile/tablet app design will be highly advantageous.
• 3D design and animation experience would be advantageous.

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Adobe Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Figma
• Strong computer skills and excellent knowledge of Google Suite.
• Proficiency in Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint or other related software to design presentations.

Graphic Design 80%

• Act as brand custodian to ensure all material is aligned to CI and continuously provide constructive suggestions to improve.
• Contribute to design style, format, print production and timescales.
• Design content for social media, as well as other types of media for campaigns, proposals and pitches.
• Design traditional content such as brochures, flyers, business cards etc. 
• Design professional presentations to be used for pitches and conferences.
• Design of internal material. 
• Gather research and implement the latest design trends.
• Provide proactive feedback to the marketing team and relevant BA regarding status of products.
• Design with the customer and brand positioning in mind.

Video Editing 10%

• Edit and compile videos from assets that are either created in Adobe Illustrator or Adobe After Effects.
• Edit and compile videos from existing footage or from stock footage.
• Edit and compile videos from footage received by external resources. 
• Edit videos that can be used for Social Media as well as Digital Campaigns.
• Incorporate the various product brands’ respective look & feel.
• Ensure that input from Brand Lead, Marketing Lead and Management is obtained for insights and approval.

Team Work 5%

• Demonstrate a collaborative approach by actively participating as a team member and providing support to design colleagues during challenging situations or high-pressure periods to ensure successful project delivery.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and relevant stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that the packaging aligns with product launch timelines and marketing strategies.
• Continuously communicate and collaborate with the team to solve problems and discuss best design practices. 
• Take personal ownership for projects and products.

QMS 5%

• Ensure that QMS guidelines are adhered to. 
• Ensure that all supporting documents are kept to date. 
• Ensure that all processes are kept relevant.