Graphic Designer

• The Graphic Designer will be responsible for developing and producing high-quality visual communication materials for the National Dialogue of South Africa. The role will support the Communications Unit in translating complex information, public engagement activities and National Dialogue messaging into clear, accessible and compelling visual content across digital, print and event platforms.
• The incumbent will play an important role in maintaining a consistent and professional National Dialogue visual identity, while responding to the fast-paced communication requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design and Visual Communication:

• Conceptualise and design high-quality communication materials including posters, media invitations social media graphics, infographics, newsletters, brochures, reports, presentations, programmes, invitations and public information materials.

Digital Content Design:

• Produce platform-appropriate creative assets for websites, social media and digital campaigns, including static graphics, carousels, digital banners and other short-form visual content.

Brand Management:

• Apply and safeguard the National Dialogue corporate identity and visual standards across all communication products, ensuring consistent use of logos, typography, colours, imagery and other brand elements.

Campaign and Public Mobilisation Materials:

• Develop accessible and engaging creative material to support community mobilisation, sector engagement, public awareness campaigns and National Dialogue events across South Africa.

Information Design:

• Translate complex information, research, schedules, statistics and policy-related content into clear and accessible infographics, diagrams, visual explainers and other information products.

Event and Environmental Design:

• Design branded materials for National Dialogue events, including backdrops, banners, signage, name tags, programmes, exhibition material, stage branding and other event collateral.

Print Production:

• Prepare accurate, high-resolution, print-ready artwork and technical specifications for suppliers, including appropriate sizing, bleed, resolution, colour profiles and file formats. Liaise with printers and service providers where required to ensure quality of final products.

Templates and Design Systems:

• Develop reusable templates for communications materials to improve consistency, efficiency and turnaround times across the National Dialogue Secretariat and participating structures.

Multimedia Content:

• Support the development of simple motion graphics, animated content and basic video assets where required. Ability to edit shortform video content will be an advantage.

Quality Assurance:

• Review creative material before publication or production to ensure visual accuracy, correct branding, readability, accessibility and overall professional quality.

Asset Management:

• Maintain an organised digital library of approved logos, photographs, templates, design files, final artwork and other visual assets.

Required Skills and Qualification

Education:

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree (NQF 6 or higher) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design, Digital Design, Communication Design or a related field.

Experience:

• At least 3 years' relevant professional graphic design experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing for both digital and print platforms.
• Experience developing campaign, institutional, public-interest or corporate communication materials.
• Experience working in a communications, media, public sector, development, civil society or similarly fast-paced environment will be advantageous.
• Experience producing visual communication materials for diverse public audiences will be an advantage.

Portfolio:

• Applicants must submit a portfolio of recent work demonstrating competency across a range of design applications, including digital, print, branding and information design.
• Applications without a portfolio or accessible portfolio link may not be considered.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Canva and similar digital content creation platforms.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, composition, colour, branding and visual hierarchy.
• Sound knowledge of print-production processes and preparation of print-ready artwork.
• Ability to prepare designs across multiple formats, dimensions and digital platforms.
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects or other video/motion-design software will be advantageous.
• Basic photography, image editing or video-editing capability will be advantageous.

Creative and Communication Skills:

• Strong visual storytelling and conceptual thinking.
• Ability to translate complex information into simple, accessible and engaging visual communication.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high design standards.
• Good written communication skills and the ability to interpret briefs accurately.
• Understanding of designing for diverse audiences and accessible communication.

Other Skills:

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet short turnaround times.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Creative problem-solving ability and sound judgement.
• Openness to feedback and ability to revise work quickly without compromising quality.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with communications professionals, senior leadership and multiple stakeholders.

Should you wish to apply for the above position, please use the following email

address: GD-nedlac@tttrecruitment.co.za