One of South Africa’s fastest growing agencies is looking for a dedicated, and enthusiastic graphic designer.

The successful candidate needs outstanding conceptual and design skills, with a proven track record of producing beautiful and unique content for a variety of formats. This is a full-time position based in Johannesburg.

Reporting to: Design lead

Key responsibilities

• Confer with design lead, creative director and account managers to discuss the client’s needs and determine design
• Conceptualize and develop ideas with the design lead, creative director and Account Managers through completion of final product, making improvements as needed during review stages
• Adhere to brief deadlines
• Strive to generate clear, innovative ideas and creative concepts
• Create original graphics and layouts for illustrations, logos, websites, social platforms and other agency specific purposes, using graphic design software
• Cooperate with the rest of the creative team on campaigns spanning the full media spectrum.

Required skills

• An expert understanding of Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
• Ideally, an understanding of After Effects, video production and Adobe XD
• Knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts
• The ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Relevant degree or similar
• Be able to produce a portfolio of work (non-negotiable)
• Out-the-box thinking
• Works well with people with varying personalities
• Is confident, resourceful, decisive, and willing to take initiative
• Able to work effectively both as an individual and as part of a team
• The ability to keep cool under pressure and help others do the same
• A grasp of Digital and Social
• A drive to continually learn and grow professionally.

Company Description

We are Clockwork – a globally recognised, independent creative and communications agency with headquarters in Johannesburg and London.

Posted on 17 Feb 07:45