Job Description

A leading safari operator in Africa is looking for a stand-out junior designer (with 1 - 3 years relevant design experience) for their Cape Town office. This is a hybrid working role.

As Designer in this exciting role, you will help with the upkeep of current marketing collateral (internal and external) and resizing of imagery for various platforms. You will work closely with the Senior Designer to ensure that the creative output is aligned with the briefs based on the business objectives and brand identity.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about beautiful design, has an eye for detail and works well in a team environment. The successful candidate should be comfortable working within the brand guidelines but be able to offer new and conceptual ideas for projects. An interest and or knowledge of the safari or tourism industry is a bonus.

If you care about conservation and Africa wildlife, this is your chance to marry your love of design with your love of the bush. Don't miss out!

Note: The office is situated in the Milnerton area and requires 2 days per week in-office.

Requirements

The successful candidate must have/be:

• Relevant tertiary qualification from a recognised institution
• 1-3 years' previous work experience in a design/creative role - preferable
• Design abilities in both print and digital fields
• High level of expertise using Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Lightroom
• A good understanding of visual elements and maintaining a consistent brand identity across all touchpoints
• An eagerness to work on multiple channels, integrated campaigns, and marketing materials. These include but not limited to the brand websites, social media content, print media, online assets, in-camp collateral, agent marketing material etc.
• Some understanding of the role of sales-driven and leads-driven creative executions
• Keep up to date on design and advertising trends across different business offerings, but mostly in the luxury tourism and safari industry
• Willingness to apply creative and lateral thinking to briefs to deliver the best possible results
• A strong portfolio of previous work
• Excellent attention to detail (the company works with a lot of brand collateral that requires consistency across all touchpoints)
• Great team player; and cool under pressure and forward thinking
• Good understanding of design in the luxury travel space is beneficial
• An eager interest for positive impact and conservation
• Able to attend compulsory staff events taking place within working hours
• Attend all training and development programs as required.

Please submit a PDF/link to a relevant portfolio as an easily accessible link along with your CV on application.

Should you not receive a response within 10 days, please consider your application for this specific role unsuccessful.

VGP Recruitment