Mid-Senior In-House Art Director/Graphic Designer: Global …, Cape Town

We have a wonderful on-site opportunity for a conceptual, mid-senior Integrated Art Director/Graphic Designer to join the in-house studio at a global logistics company headquartered in Cape Town. While this role is on-site, there is some flexibility.

As Art Designer/Designer, you will be required to manage creative and design projects while producing high quality work throughout all stages of a project or campaign. 

If you’re ambitious and keen to make your mark – this could be perfect for you. If you have a great aesthetic sense, creative thinking, and attention to detail – we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Create and manage the overall design and visual style for websites, ad campaigns, photo-shoots, and commercial film productions. Study creative briefs and determine requirements Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning, and target audience Generate clear ideas and concepts in tandem with the copywriter Conceptualise visuals based on requirements Define the visual direction of a campaign and photoshoots Produce sketches, storyboards, roughs to visualise ideas Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand Use the appropriate colours and layouts for each graphic Cooperate with the rest of the creative team across different types of media Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final art works Test graphics across various media Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines Amend designs after feedback Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand Manage and delegate responsibilities to other designers and provide directions Mentor the junior design team Present completed ideas to team members / project owners Stay on top of all trends and maintain best practices

Requirements

Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus Minimum 4 years’ experience in a creative agency Extensive experience in art direction and graphic design A strong portfolio of concepts, photo manipulation, graphics, and/or compelling layouts Familiarity with design software such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop.

Please submit a PDF/link to a relevant portfolio along with your CV on application.

Should you not receive a response within 10 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

City:Cape Town Country: South Africa Level of Expertise: Mid-Senior Remuneration:Negotiable Reference Number:#Chris2400 FacebookTwitterLinkedInEmailShare

Christine Swartz

Consultant