Job Description

Welcome to the Toys R Us world of awwwesome, where we want your little one's imaginations to run free! Toys R Us and Babies R Us are well established international brands. Commonly referred to as the World's Greatest Toy Stores, Toys R Us SA currently boasts 50 physical stores, three of which are located in Namibia, Botswana and Zambia, as well as an ALL NEW AWWWESOME online store.The key focus of the group is to ensure that customers, young and old, from children to grandparents, are offered an amazing range and experience, complimented by great value! Are you a dynamic, energetic and passionate individual?We are looking for a Junior Graphic Designer to be based at our Head Office in Durban!!!Key Performance Area: * Graphic Design Work (Day to Day Operations)

• Creation (conception and execution) of print media formats including but not limited to:

• Catalogues
• Flyers
• In-store Communication: Posters, price points, decals, wobblers, cards (e-commerce | gift cards)
• Store signage: Relocation | under construction posters, general policy information
• Ad hock material for internal use: Certificates, logo design, internal collateral (notebooks | bags | lanyards etc.)
• Creation (conception and execution) of digital media formats including but not limited to:

• Website (Including the building of Shop in Shops and category landing pages) and social media banners, including deep linking of all catalogues/flyers
• Social media content (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & Tik-Tok) Including marketing material for new store openings and competitions
• Building of weekly mailers and pop ups
• Template creation and updating of internal artwork files
• In-store Signage & Branding

• Liaising with operations team & suppliers for roll out of store revamps and new store openings

• Text frames, overstock cupboards, valences, shelf strips, posters, store front and store exit
• Ensure brand CI is executed with consistency and innovation
• Time & Task Management

• Ensuring all briefed tasks are dealt in a time efficient manner whilst upholding brand CI and consistency
• Managing expectations when accepting briefs, setting deadlines & prioritising tasks
• Communication

• Liaising and maintaining a positive relationship with category managers to ensure branding needs are being met for their categories and brands
• Liaising with agencies & suppliers regarding artwork direction and implementation of design from start to finish of campaign

Self-development: * Streamline instore experience by ensuring all store signage is consistent, innovative and on brand.

• Enquiring about a copywrite course to further boost my creativity and career potential.

Key Skills Needed: * Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator | Photoshop | InDesign)

• Experience in DTP Operations
• Knowledge of repro requirements to supply print-ready artwork (essential), as well as digital ready artwork for online purposes
• Strong writing and editing skills, and strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with marketing & sales teams
• Creative vision and ability to communicate brand message whilst being in line with trends
• Interest in graphics and typography is ideal

Personality Traits: * Accurate worker with fine attention to detail

• Proactive attitude and willing to apply skills to various requirements of the company
• Able to follow briefs specifically without deviation
• Comfortable working alone and in a team
• Organised and deadline-driven

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