Junior Graphic Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION A game changer Company that is in the sporting accessory manufacturing industry is seeking a talented and creative Graphic Designer to join their team. As the Graphic Designer, you will play a crucial role in creating visually appealing and innovative designs for clients and brands across the world. Your designs will be a key element in representing brands and their identity and driving customer engagement. The ideal candidate will possess a strong eye for detail, a passion for fashion and design trends, and the ability to translate ideas into compelling visual concepts. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conceptualise and Design: Collaborate with the design team and other employers to develop and execute original design concepts Create visually striking graphics, illustrations, and artworks that align with the company’s brand guidelines and design standards. Trend Research: Stay up-to-date with current fashion trends, design styles, and industry developments to ensure that the company’s designs are relevant and competitive. Research and gather inspiration from various sources to bring fresh and innovative ideas to the table. Branding and Identity: Ensure consistency and cohesiveness across all designs to reinforce the Brand identity and message. Collaborate with the marketing team to design branding elements for packaging, labels, and promotional materials. Design Adaptation: Adapt and modify existing designs to suit different apparel styles, colours, and sizes while maintaining their visual integrity. Work closely with the product development team to ensure accurate translation of designs to the final products. Product Mock-ups and Presentations: Create product mock-ups and visual presentations to showcase designs to internal teams and clients. Provide design rationale and articulate the creative process behind each design. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product development, marketing, and sales, to meet project deadlines and objectives. Communicate design ideas and project progress clearly and concisely. Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and accuracy of all design deliverables, adhering to production specifications and requirements. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Qualification in Visual Communication or a related field would be beneficial Proven working or freelance experience as a Graphic Designer, preferably in the fashion or apparel industry Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and colour theory. Ability to create original, eye-catching, and brand-aligned designs. Experience in creating product mock-ups, print files and visual presentations. Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate design concepts and ideas. Able to communicate in English and Afrikaans Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Have own transport to and from work Willing to work overtime if necessary

Location: Pretoria North, ZA

Posted Date: 4/24/2024