German Graphic Designer -Desktop Publishing, Cape Town

What You'll Do

• Bringing the brief and concept to life based on the client's needs and vision.
• Keeping budget, time and production constraints in mind.
• Preparing mock-ups and presenting to clients before deciding on a final design/concept.
• Editing proofs to client's specifications and getting signoff/approval before finalising artwork.
• Working and collaborating with art directors, copywriters, photographers and other designers.
• Adapting and rolling out approved concepts to various media, above and below the line.
• Adhering to a client's brand identity and guidelines.
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders about progress of projects and any issues that may arise.
• Working with external departments to extend concept and visuals to other internal and external marketing-related material.
• Making sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.
• Work on multiple briefs at the same time.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree or higher within Design
• 3 – 6 years of relevant working experience, of which at least 3 years in a client-facing position at senior level or similar / 3 – 5 years of working experience
• Excellent German & English verbal and written communication skills, good at presenting ideas and discussing solutions in large groups
• Passion for creativity, from conceptual thinking to final output including, digital advertising, illustration and motion design
• Portfolio demonstrating big, campaign-able thinking and high level of craft Passion for creativity, from design concepts to the final output
• Self-motivation to work in a remote environment with the ability to build trust Positive attitude towards figuring out and learning new things
• Customer-obsessed, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic team player
• Updated knowledge of market and design trends
• Ability to multitask with efficiency, overview, structure, and attention to details
• Strong people development skills, ability to mentor others on craft, process and leadership