Graphic Designer

SUMMARY:
Experience in motion graphics and animation.

POSITION INFO:
Graphic Designer - Marketing Department Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng Employment type: Full-time Start date: 14 January 2027 Salary: R240,000-R300,000 per annum About the company Our client is a fast-growing trade-only supplier in the promotional products and branding industry. The company services resellers and distributors across South Africa, Africa and the USA. With a growing product range, custom-manufactured products and an ambitious marketing strategy, they are seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to join their Marketing Department. The role You will create artwork across digital and print channels, including social media, product catalogues, marketing campaigns and promotional material. The role calls for strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, an understanding of marketing and branding, and the ability to take creative ideas from brief to final artwork. Key responsibilities Design artwork for marketing campaigns, promotions, product launches, sales campaigns, competitions and company events. Create graphics for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, WhatsApp and other social media platforms. Design product catalogues, brochures, flyers, presentations, emailers, newsletters and digital advertising material. Develop campaign and product launch concepts from brief through to final artwork. Create motion graphics, animated social media content and short promotional videos. Assist with photography and video content when required. Maintain and develop the company's visual brand identity across marketing channels. Prepare artwork for digital use and professional print production. Work closely with the Marketing, Sales and Product Development teams. Adapt creative concepts into multiple formats and sizes. Update product catalogues and support new product launches. Source and manipulate images, graphics and other creative assets. Retouch and edit product and lifestyle photography. Manage multiple projects and deadlines, and assist with other marketing and creative duties as required. Required experience and skills 3-5 years' proven experience as a Graphic Designer, supported by a portfolio. Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects and Premiere Pro. Experience in motion graphics and animation. Strong catalogue and brochure design experience. Excellent understanding of typography, layout, colour and composition. Experience preparing artwork for professional printing. Strong understanding of creative requirements for social media. Ability to develop concepts independently from a brief. Excellent attention to detail, organisational and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. The person we are looking for You are creative, energetic, innovative and commercially minded. You can identify ways to make a product or campaign stand out, work independently, and collaborate with others. You are open to direction and constructive feedback, comfortable managing several projects at once, and prepared to work overtime when required.