Mid-Weight Graphic Designer

Remuneration:	R20000 - R20000 per month cost-to-company
Benefits:	Hybrid working-environment
Location:	Durban, Hillcrest, Upper Highway
Remote work:	Some remote work allowed
Education level:	Diploma
Job level:	Mid/Senior
Type:	Permanent
Reference:	#GD
Company:	The Designerie

Our amazing team of creatives are looking for a graphic designer to join our journey. You will work with leading FMCG brands in the food and personal care sector and will be required to play a vital role in the creative conceptualising of original ideas and executions in packaging, print, in-store and digital. Please only apply if you have obsessive attention to detail and like to work to high standards in creative design. We consider every job an opportunity to show creativity while meeting our client's objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Bringing the brief and concept to life, based on the client’s vision and needs.
• Keeping budget, time and production constraints in mind
• Preparing mock-ups and presenting concepts/designs
• Proofing artwork
• Adapting and rolling out approved concepts to various media, above and below the line
• Adhering to brand identity guidelines
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders about project progress and issues that may arise.
• Working with external departments to extend concept and visuals to other internal and external marketing-related materials.
• Ensuring that artwork is in the correct size, format and colour codes before sending to press and production facilities.
• Work on multiple briefs at the same time if required.

Requirements:

• Graphic design diploma from DUT or similar qualification.
• 3-5 years in a design role.
• Experience working in packaging design.
• In-depth knowledge of graphic design, styles and layout techniques.
• Hands-on experience (proficient) in Photoshop, In-design and Adobe Illustrator.
• Understand the print process and setup.

Preferred skills and experience:

• Team-player
• Eager to learn and understand the processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail
• High standards in terms of the design work delivered.
• Efficiency and organisational skills
• Exceptional communication skills
• Accountability

Company Description

A place where meaningful work and integrity is at the core of everything we do.

Posted on 03 Aug 12:03, Closing date 15 Aug