Job Description

Who Are we?Sanlam Fintech is a newly established digital first business within the Sanlam Group on a mission to democratize financial advice and solutions for everyone across the African continent. We exist to pioneer inclusive financial confidence helping people build strong foundations to bridge the gap in generational wealth. Our culture is that of agility and constant deployment, we believe in learning fast, learning cheap and learning forward. Our aim is to provide a work environment where knowledge workers can accelerate the development of their ideas and bring innovation to market, at the same time provide compelling career and development proposition that will enable them to realize their dreams.Position OverviewWe are seeking a talented and creative multimedia digital designer to join our dynamic in-house creative team at Sanlam FinTech. As a multimedia designer, you will be responsible for conceptualising and creating engaging multimedia content across various platforms.The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing proficiency in design, motion graphics, video editing, and animation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to the development of innovative multimedia projects.What will you do?

• Conceptualise and create multimedia content including graphics, animations and videos
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and objectives.
• Design visual concepts that effectively communicate the intended message and align with brand guidelines.
• Create engaging motion graphics and animations to enhance multimedia projects.
• Edit and enhance raw video footage to produce high-quality videos for various platforms.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in multimedia design and technology.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to project development.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, content, and performance marketing to ensure multimedia content meets project goals and deadlines.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Provide support for other design-related tasks as needed.

Qualification and Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in multimedia design or a similar role.
• Bachelor's degree /Diploma
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro).
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and colour theory.
• Demonstrated experience in creating multimedia content for digital platforms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creative excellence.
• A strong portfolio showcasing previous multimedia design projects, campaign ideas and proficiency in various design tools and software.

What will make you successful in this role?

• You have agency experience.
• You have a few creative/industry awards under your belt
• You see yourself as a content creator able to take ideas from concept to execution
• You can roll with change as our business grows bigger and better
• You can push ideas beyond the basics.

Knowledge and SkillsArt and copy designsProject ManagementReview and quality controlBusiness requirementsPersonal AttributesAction orientated - Contributing independentlyCommunicates effectively - Contributing independentlyPlans and aligns - Contributing independentlyOptimises work processes - Contributing independentlyBuild a successful career with usWe're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters - Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.Core CompetenciesBeing resilient - Contributing independentlyCollaborates - Contributing independentlyCultivates innovation - Contributing independentlyCustomer focus - Contributing independentlyDrives results - Contributing independentlyTurnaround timeThe shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.Our commitment to transformationThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.

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