GRAPHIC DESIGNER - Strandfontein Verfied

Salary Negotiable Strandfontein, Western Cape Strandfontein, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 02-08-2018 7:43:00 AM
27-09-2018 7:43:00 AM
GRAPHIC DESIGNER (PACKAGING)
CTN – Southern Suburbs
Cosmetics Manufacturing Sector
 
A dynamic Cosmetics Manufacturing Company seeks a suitably qualified /experienced Packaging Graphic Designer to join their team.
 
The successful candidate will have a keen eye for detail and be able to take designs from conception through to print.
 
START DATE: 1ST SEPTEMBER 2018
SALARY: NEGOTIABLE CTC PACKAGE
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND ROLE OUTPUT:
Grade 12
Relevant Marketing / Graphic Design Qualification
Min 2 years’ experience in a similar Graphic Design role in a manufacturing/packaging environment.
Attention to detail and ability to take designs from conception through to print.
Able to work on multiple design projects running concurrently – design projects consist of and include (but are not limited to) coming up with new ideas for toiletry/cosmetic ranges, flyers, adverts, posters and the like as well as social media designs for Facebook header images and Instagram posts.

Daily tasks include (but are not limited to) liaising with printers and suppliers for quotes, whilst following up on and managing artwork proofs.
Must be computer literate and able to operate the following programs:
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Acrobat
The artists work on Apple Macs

Excellent communication skills – strong team player and able to take instruction and critical appraisal without conflict
Take ownership of position, show initiative – hand in hand with creative ability
Self-disciplined, able to work to tight deadlines
Fully social media and IT savvy, fully computer literate
Precise, with meticulous attention to detail
Good communication skills and ability to network with clients on all levels
Confident, Unflappable and a strong backbone/ability to excel in a challenging environment and deal with demanding clients
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Strong business ethics and solid ethical character with strong moral fibre
Own vehicle and willing to travel to clients and work additional hours to meet with operational requirements when required