Ascendant Studio - Junior Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer is needed in Edenvale, South Africa.

Client: Ascendant Studio

Location: Edenvale, South Africa

Contract: Contractor

Job Description

Job Title: Junior Graphic Designer

Location: Edenvale, Johannesburg

Company: Ascendant Studio

Employment Type: 6-month Fixed Term Contract, Hybrid (2 days in office per week)

Compensation / Salary: R10,500.00 negotiable

Ascendant Studio is striving to become the creative partner of choice for South African SMMEs. By combining visual communications with business consulting, we offer a uniquely holistic approach to creative partnership. We’re on a mission to take businesses to new heights by crafting stand-out creative solutions.

We are seeking a talented and creative Junior Graphic Designer to join our team and support in the development of a variety of creative solutions. The ideal candidate should have a passion for graphic design backed by a portfolio showcasing a keen eye for detail, a strong sense of design, and the ability to create high-quality design intended for various solutions.

In this entry-level role, you will be responsible for the delivery of entire solutions through graphic design such as branding, brochures, banners, e-mailers, and various branded collateral. You will also support in the development of creative solutions ranging from websites, animations, e-learning content, social media posts, and contribute to the further development of the Ascendant Studio brand and its engagement through various social media channels.

This role will have you working across a variety of industries from banking to manufacturing and other service-based businesses. You will work closely with clients and entrepreneurs in the identification and development of creative solutions for their business challenges.

Requirements

- 1 or more years’ experience as a Graphic Designer or similar role.

- Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of design skills.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

- Attention to detail and a creative mindset.

- Some experience in online marketing, including social media management and content creation.

- Marketing experience is beneficial.

Software application requirements:

- Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, proficient in:

• InDesign
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Adobe XD or Figma (not required but beneficial)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Word

Preferred Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you: This role will afford you the opportunity to grow your confidence in a small but growing business and gain exposure in helping businesses and entrepreneurs across a variety of industries overcome their challenges. You will gain experience working with clients and have a direct or indirect influence over proposed solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create visually stunning, compelling, and effective designs for print and digital media.
• Design and develop creative content for various platforms, including websites, social media, print materials, and adverts.
• Understand project briefs and deliver cohesive designs that meet client objectives.
• Design beautifully tailored document templates and presentations for clients and internally for Ascendant Studio.
• Work within clients’ existing brand systems to ensure visual consistency of deliverables.
• Develop creative and innovative ideas and concepts and translate these into graphic design solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to ensure design assets meet their needs.
• Brainstorm design solutions for clients’ communication challenges.
• Sourcing examples and ideas to illustrate look and feel to indicate approach to client.
• Manage your time effectively while working on multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Reporting on progress and updating task statuses.
• Maintain and update document storage ensuring proper organisation and adhering to file storage policy and naming convention.

Why Join Ascendant Studio

- Meaningful Work: Contribute to projects that make a tangible difference to SMMEs in South Africa.

- Growth Opportunities: Gain dynamic career experience by contributing towards and shaping a small business making a difference in the creative industry.

- Flexible Working Model: Enjoy a hybrid work setup, working remotely 3 days a week.