Marketing Graphic Designer

About the role

A fast-growing trade-only supplier in the promotional products and branding industry, which serves resellers and distributors across South Africa, Africa and the USA, is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer for its Marketing Department in Kew, Johannesburg. The role covers artwork for digital and print channels, including social media, product catalogues, marketing campaigns and promotional material. The starting date is 14 January 2027 and the salary is R240,000 to R300,000 per annum.

Key responsibilities

• Create artwork for marketing campaigns, promotions, product launches, sales campaigns, competitions and company events.
• Design 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 to final artwork.
• Create motion graphics, animated social media content and short promotional videos, and 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, and retouch and edit product and lifestyle photography.
• Work closely with the Marketing, Sales and Product Development teams and adapt concepts to multiple formats and sizes.

Required profile

• Grade 12/Matric.
• Fluent communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• 3 to 5 years' proven experience as a Graphic Designer, supported by a portfolio showing catalogue or brochure design, motion graphics or video work, and social media or marketing campaigns.
• Experience in motion graphics and animation, and strong catalogue and brochure design experience.
• Ability to develop concepts independently from a brief, manage several projects and deadlines, and work overtime when required.

Required skills

• Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Excellent understanding of typography, layout, colour and composition.
• Experience preparing artwork for professional printing and knowledge of production, apparel and branding.