Job Description

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Graphic Designer - Digital within our Marketing Department. We are offering a position for a Graphic Designer - Digital to make their mark on all and every element of design required to meet the marketing and branding requirements of Tekkie Town. This candidate should be an absolute team player with a creative flair and strong multi-tasking skills with an ability to work within a CI and able to handle pressure and meet deadlines.Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated, passionate about performance and will have the high energy level required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment
Qualifications

• Grade 12 Certificate/Matric
• Tertiary qualification in Graphic design

• 3 to 5 years experience as a digital designer within social media, EComm and direct marketing capabilities. Preference to retail experience
• DTP (Desktop Publishing) capabilities
• Apple Mac proficiency
• Design program knowledge proficiency (Adobe Illustrator / InDesign / Photoshop / CorelDraw)
• Proficiency with ECommerce platforms e.g. Shopify and EComm merchandising requirements e.g. product photography, deep etching.
• Creative flair
• Trend awareness including fashion, product, content creation
• Competencies: Planning, Presenting, Result-oriented, Cooperation, Creating Support, Assertiveness, Service Orientated, Helicopter view
• Sound communication and language skills in Afrikaans and English
• Knowledge of marketing, advertising and understanding of Document Design
• Ability to Manage Own Workload and Timelines
• Excellent Administration skills
• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Motivated and Self-Driven
• Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
• Mid to Advanced MS Excel Skills

• Create digital content for social media, direct marketing, and other digital media platforms.
• Capability to grasp digital/CRM platforms like SalesForce, Brandwatch, and Google Analytics.
• Proven ability to produce MP4 videos for YouTube, Reels, Stories, and other platforms.
• Familiarity with digital platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
• Compilation of Monthly Bulletin
• Experience and clear understanding of print and digital guidelines
• Must be able to interpret briefs and come up with creative concepts for both digital and print platforms including DTP and below the line executions.
• Keeping budget, time and production constraints in mind.
• Prepares finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment; and purchasing from vendors
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturers instructions.
• Prepares final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art.
• Internal and external stakeholder management
• Ad hoc responsibilities

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