- Century City
- Salary: R10 000.00 - R15 000.00 Per Month (Negotiable)
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Retail Fashion
- Reference: 1643165
Vacancy Details
Employer: Forever New South Africa
- Create social media content based on brief received from Marketing department
- Stay abreast of social media content best practice, specs and trends
- Image resizing, copy overlay & logo placement
- Occasional video editing required
- Occasional animation required
- Create store signage based on brief received from Marketing department
- Tactical signage includes window decals, A1, A4 and End of Arm signage
- Campaign signage includes window banners, lightboxes, pillar wraps, etc.
- Thorough understanding of printing process and the retail environment
MAIN DUTIES § Designing and developing graphics and multimedia content for product illustrations, logos, websites and videos. § Setting up and implementing production processes and technical standards for graphics § Presenting finalised ideas and concepts to internal and/or external clients § Working to a brief, solve problems creatively and adapt style if needed § Providing quality control over concepts, processes, deliverables and projects § Technical and creative up-skilling of staff, as necessary § Providing guidance on research and development projects, driving innovation and advising on new techniques and approaches § Responsible for art direction and graphic design, seeing all projects through from concept, design, production, completion and delivery § Work closely and collaboratively with the Marketing team on all creative projects in adherence to project timelines § Take charge of brand creative assets § Follow the company’s brand identity standards and guidelines § Execution of graphic design and development § Wide-ranging photo-retouching and image development § Identify and create best designs for projects § Create new and original designs from scratch for associated brands based on identified needs and brand image § Stay current on industry trends § Design and produce marketing and advertising communications (print and digital) § Collaborate on store design and layout
DIGITAL/ELECTRONIC DIRECT MARKETING COMMUNICATION § Create layout and write copy for emailers based on brief received from Marketing department § Supply Marketing with a low-res JPEG for approval § Once approved, zip the file and share with Marketing for scheduling SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT WEB CONTENT § Create web content based on brief received from Marketing department § Includes static banners, animated GIF and HTML5 content § Stay abreast of best practice and trends within the online environment
STORE SIGNAGE COPYWRITING § Copywriting required on occasion for all the above mediums WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY § Comply with the Company’s WHS policies and procedures § Take reasonable care for personal safety and that of other individuals within the workplace § Report any hazardous conditions, near misses, incidents and injuries in a timely manner and in accordance with relevant procedures § Participate in meetings, training and other workplace health and safety activities § Do not wilfully place at risk the health or safety of any individual in the work place § Do not wilfully or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interest of workplace health and safety or welfare § Cooperate with the Company in relation to activities taken to comply with WHS legislation and WHS standards
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Candidate Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
§ Matric
§ Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (Graphic Design/Design/Multimedia Design/User Interface Design)
§ At least 3 years’ work experience as a Graphic Designer in marketing/advertising industry
§ Experience in the fashion/luxury retail industry will be advantageous
§ Technical knowledge and proficiency of design software essential (Adobe CS6: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, MS Office and Social Media) and basic knowledge of HTML/Dreamweaver
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
§ Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
§ Excellent presentation, listening and communication skills
§ Creative with strong visual abilities
§ Comprehensive understanding of Typography
§ Accurate typesetting of copy
§ Comprehensive knowledge of the printing process
§ Strong layout skills
§ Skilled on working on multiple projects
§ Perform ad hoc duties as and when required
§ Meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
§ Attention to detail, energy, initiative and enthusiasm are required
BEHAVIOURS AND ATTRIBUTES
§ Knows, accepts and adheres to all policies, procedures, guidelines and standards
§ Results driven and ability to multitask
§ Ability to work effectively and level-headed under pressure, independently and in a team
§ Be self-motivated and keen to show initiative
§ Demonstrate effective interpersonal, communication and relationship building abilities
§ Highly driven, energetic and results driven
§ Positive attitude
§ Creative flair and innovative thinking
§ Accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail
§ Confident and presentable
§ Ability to contribute to strategic and tactical direction
§ Solution oriented, hard worker who is passionate about visual design and marketing
Ability to articulate relevant and original ideas and provide the necessary creative direction
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