Midweight Graphic Designer - Motion&Brand Studio, Soweto

Direct Reporting Line: Studio Team Leader

Emeris

consolidates resources and expertise from

IIE Varsity College, IIE MSA, IIE-Vega School, and IIE School of Hospitality&Service Management , with a unified approach ensuring a consistent standard of excellence in teaching, learning, and student support.

Emeris, National Office Waterfall (Midrand) has a vacancy for a Graphic Designer (Midweight).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Brief Interpretation, Brainstorming and Conceptualisation Understand the design brief, objectives, and deliverables and interpret them strategically Research and develop mood boards, scamps, and the concept as a whole Stay abreast of design trends and techniques Remain familiar with competitors' creative executionsActively contribute to brainstorming sessions and concept development with the wider creative team Creative Collaboration, Design and Execution Create designs from conceptualisation through to final execution Prepare and present draft designs to the Studio Team Leader, Senior Graphic Designer, and Advertising and Promotional Manager for review and approvalGenerate a wide range of creative outputs, including print collateral, digital assets, electronic communication, and motion design content (e.g. animations, social media videos, promotional videos) Apply motion design principles to enhance storytelling and audience engagement Display strong typographical, layout, visual hierarchy, and proofreading skillsAbility to react timeously and efficiently to ad hoc, last-minute briefs within tight deadlines Collaborate with various stakeholders, including key lead agencies and the brand marketing team Be fully involved in the review process of creative work produced by both self and fellow designers, providing constructive feedbackEnsure brand consistency and adherence to the Brand VI Guide across all creative outputs Ensure all creative executions adhere to policies and incorporate relevant feedback Be responsible for applying fundamental design principles across all creative outputs Ensure all artwork is prepared correctly for final output across print and digital platformsManagement of Tasks Effectively manage and multitask across numerous creative executions, ensuring work is delivered within set deadlines Manage the revision (revert) process with a high level of attention to detail and efficiency Be responsible for checking designs and proofreading all creative outputsDemonstrate proactive ownership of artwork generation while adhering to brand guidelines and visual identity requirements Prioritise workload effectively and adapt to changing business needs Competencies / Skills required: Fully proficient in Adobe Creative Suite [Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign] and MS OfficeA creative thinker, excellent at idea generation and visualisation Ability to verbally and visually communicate effectively An eye for detail and a methodical organised way of working even when multi-tasking A good understanding of the print process and setting up artwork correctly for print Knowledge of animation and digital design is advantageousStrong collaboration and interpersonal skills Ability to take feedback constructively and refine work accordingly Minimum Qualification Requirement: Minimum of a Degree in Visual Communication / Graphic Design / Communication Design with a strong design portfolio showcasing a variety of design projects across multiple mediumsMinimum Work Experience Requirement: Minimum of 3 or more years of experience within a Design capacity gained in house or within an agency Additional Requirements :

Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits: Lifelong learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning subscriptions. Staff and family discounts on educational programs within our brand portfolio. Incentive bonus structure based on performance and achievement of goals. Birthday vouchers to celebrate your special day.Competitive annual leave allowance for well-deserved time off and rejuvenation. Application Response: Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviewsTechnical Support: Should you experience technical difficulties applying for the position, kindly use the following URL for further assistance : Emeris isan Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.

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