Senior Media Production Officer (Graphic Designer) at The Department of Employment and Labour

REQUIREMENTS:   

• A qualification at NQF level 6 as recognised by South African Qualification Authority in Graphic Design / Visual Communication/ Graphic & Communication Design / Computer-based Graphic Development / Creative Brand Communication / Design and Studio Art / Communication Design. Minimum of two (2) years functional experience as Graphic Designer in the Graphic Design Field.
• Knowledge: Specific knowledge of Apple Mac Platform including the software packages Adobe creative Cloud, illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Lightroom and the Adobe Express. PC platform and all Microsoft Office software (Outlook, word, Excel and PowerPoint), Photography, photographic equipment and photo retouching, Printing processes and requirements, public service regulations, Basic knowledge in motion graphics.
• Skills: Design and layout skills, Strategic and capability design conceptualization, adaptive to change (software and organization, machineries), Services delivery innovation, Excellent time management (100% adherence to deadlines), Great interpersonal Skills, Client orientation and customer focus, program and project management, Effective communication (verbal and written) and decision-making skills, problem-solving and analytical abilities, interpersonal, negotiation, technical, and commercial skills.

DUTIES:   

• Conduct and use system to ensure efficient production of publicity material. Design and layout of publicity material for the Department. Coordinate the quotations process for the publications. Prepare artwork for printing. Execute the photography for in-house Departmental event.