Graphic Designer

Brief Description

Key Responsibilities

1.Brand Stewardship & Creative Conceptualisation
• Develop creative concepts and execute visually compelling designs across all channels.
• Maintain consistent application of the Wits Plus corporate identity and Wits University brand guidelines.
• Create and manage templates, styles, and brand
¿ aligned design systems.
2.Campaign Design & Marketing Collateral
• Design complete asset suites for marketing campaigns (digital banners, social tiles, posters, flyers, slide decks, brochures, and promotional materials).
• Translate campaign objectives into strong visual narratives that resonate with target audiences.
3.Digital, Social & Email Design
• Produce platform-specific graphics for social media, digital advertising, and email marketing.
• Prepare visuals for monthly content calendars and adapt designs for multiple audiences and placements.
• Optimise assets for performance, readability, and brand consistency.
4.Print & Events Design
• Design materials for exhibitions, workshops, conferences, and open days (invitations, pullups, backdrops, programmes, signage, aid memoire, digital screens).
• Liaise with print suppliers and manage pre-press requirements, colour proofing, and quality checks.
5.Multimedia & Motion Graphics
• Edit short
¿ form videos for social media, testimonials, and event highlights.
• Create simple animations, transitions, intros, and text
¿ based motion assets.
6.Collaboration & Workflow Management
• Work closely with the Marketing Manager and internal stakeholders to interpret briefs, refine concepts, and meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with external agencies and suppliers to ensure high-quality output and brand alignment.
7.Asset Management & Compliance
• Maintain the central marketing asset repository- including source files, final artwork, photography, and templates.
• Ensure correct version control, file naming, and organised storage for team accessibility.
• Ensure all visuals comply with POPIA and adhere to usage rights and licensing requirements.
8.Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
• Review and refine artwork prior to release to ensure accuracy, consistency, and professional standards.
• Incorporate learnings and feedback to improve design quality and engagement performance.
Qualifications & Skills
• A Diploma or bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, and/or a related field. (Added Advantage)
• 3-5 years of professional design experience in an agency or in
¿ house environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently and deliver high
¿ quality work under tight deadlines.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking, multi
¿ format design skills, and polished execution.
Technical Competencies
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud:oIllustrator, Photoshop, InDesign (core) oAfter Effects and/or Premiere Pro (advantageous)
• Strong layout, typography, and visual hierarchy skills.
• Understanding of digital and social media design requirements.
• Knowledge of pre-press, colour profiling, and print production processes.
• Competence in PowerPoint for presentation design.
• Familiarity with Canva, Figma, or similar tools is an advantage.
Core Competencies
• Strong conceptual and creative thinking.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate design decisions clearly.
• Strong time-management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and take constructive feedback.
• High level of professionalism and brand awareness.

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