Junior Digital Graphic Designer

Remuneration:	market-related
Location:	Cape Town, Johannesburg
Remote work:	Only remote work
Education level:	Degree
Job level:	Junior/Mid
Type:	Contract
Reference:	##DGD2024
Company:	Salt & Candy

We're looking for a junior digital graphic designer ready to start as soon as possible for a three-month contract with the potential for permanent employment. You will be part of a team of creative minds that will assist in delivering impactful online content, ranging from informational videos to GIFs for social media to website banners and interactive mailers.

Key details:

• Contract type: Three-month with potential for permanent employment.
• Location: Work-from-home opportunity.

Non-negotiables:

• A minimum of one years' industry experience in an advertising agency.
• Relevant degree or diploma.
• Competence in Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, or similar (experience in Figma a bonus!)
• Excellent ability in creating GIFs and short videos for social media is a must-have!
• Interest and experience in UX/UI design.
• Understanding of HTML5/responsive design.
• A keen interest and knowledge of digital marketing, especially social media.

Key responsibilities:

You will be required to

• Create new concepts, GIFs, and short videos for social media that communicate complex ideas and concepts in a simple and clear manner.
• Create UX/UI for new website projects.
• Frequently review brand assets across the board to ensure the highest quality and alignment with brand CI.
• Understanding of visual elements and basic design skills (layout, type, and fonts).

Advantageous skills:

• Experience using FIGMA.

Personal attributes:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Self-motivated.
• Masterful time management, productivity and organisational skills.
• Creativity and problem-solving aptitude.

You must have contactable references and a portfolio.

Application instructions: Please only apply via email using the subject reference #DGD2024.

Posted on 31 Jul 11:17, Closing date 1 Oct