Job Description

Purpose of the role

To conceptualise and produce high quality creative design in line within the company brand guidelines. To manage the production and execution of marketing collateral through all media platforms including print, digital and OOH. To project manage all campaign collateral through all internal and external stakeholders to completion of the campaign, including all communication topics relevant to that market.

Key Responsibilities

Definition and facilitation of our Brand platform - with differing strategies per market.

Take into account broader corporate & marketing strategy / objectives during conceptualization and execution phases.

Understand, maintain and adhere to Corporate Identity guidelines at all times in the creative and production process.

Responsible for the Brand positioning and conduct appropriate studies for measurement including e-reputation.

Responsible for the Brand image and define the code of the Brand.

Content sourcing and creation on the following platforms, social media, website, newsletters, signage. This includes design and copywriting.

Project management skills to facilitate collaboration between external and internal stakeholders.

Conduct the process for selection of our Communication Agency Partner and manage the work and relationship with the agency.

Develop the edition strategy, manage offline and online content including video, pictures etc.

Formalise and implement our social network strategy

Serve as the brand champion and ambassador both internally and externally

Manage the budget of design related elements

Clarify and ensure timelines and deadlines are met.

Minimum Requirements:

Relevant qualification (Graphic Design Diploma, BCom Degree in Communications or similar)

Proficient in Adobe creative suite

Must be a confident communicator and presenter.

Strong writing, editing, proof-reading, layout and design, professional printing/publishing skills are essential.

Must possess excellent organizational and planning skills

Superior project management and time management skills

A wide degree of creativity and latitude

Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media

Self-motivated with a positive and professional approach to management

Experience in omnichannel Retail or FMCG marketing is a plus

Skills and Competencies

Fundamentals of design imaging

Basic web design

Basic Animation

Basic editing for video and audio

Leroy Merlin