5 Exhibition Designer jobs in South Africa

• Bachelors degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Branding, Marketing, or a related field.
• A postgraduate qualification in Branding or Marketing is a plus, but not required.
• 3+ years of experience in a design, brand, or creative role (agency or client-side).
• Proven track record in building and evolving brand identity and campaigns.
• At least 2 years direct, hands-on design experience for digital and print.
• Proficient in:
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign; After Effects or Premiere a plus).
  • Strong visual and conceptual thinking, with a portfolio showcasing design and brand work.
  • Brand strategy, positioning, and brand governance

• Brand Strategy & Positioning
• Brand Management & Governance
• Hands-on Creative Design
• Creative Oversight & Collaboration
• Campaign Development & Rollout
• Internal Brand Culture
• Partner & International Branding
• Brand Assets
• Innovation & Scalability
  

Faculty

Informatics & Design

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Informatics & Design -> Industrial Design

Campus/ Location

District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Contract

Occupational Function

Academic

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

17/10/2025

Job Purpose

To support the faculty and department in pursuit of its academic and research objectives which include to teach according to a set syllabus; undertake research and innovation; contribute to curriculum development and design; engage in work integrated learning and develop service-learning activities.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master's Degree in Visual Communication Design or Graphic Design
• At least two (2) years' relevant Lecturing experience in Higher Education

Recommendations

• Advanced working knowledge of photography for Visual Communication Design
• Working knowledge of the full Adobe Suite of software i.e Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design, After Effects and Adobe XD (Subject to a competency test)
• At least two (2) years' Industry experience in Visual Communication Design

You will be required to submit a portfolio of evidence

Specialist knowledge: Creative strategy, Branding, Copywriting, Typography, Publication, UI and UX Design, Online media

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lectures subjects within the field of Visual Communication Design
• Participate in curriculum development
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department
• Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of the Department
• Participate in research
• Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum.
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on co-operative education, new techniques/technologies, and research projects
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Good organizing & planning skills
• Administrative Skills
• Technical/Professional knowledge
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Learner focus
• Adaptability
• Coaching Skills
• Continuous Learning
• High level presentation skills
• Drawing skills
• In-depth knowledge of the design process
• In-depth knowledge of jewellery manufacturing processes, manual and digital

General Information

Closing Date: 17 October 2025

For enquires: Jabu Makhambi email:

NB: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs. IT IS THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

StyleSociety has an exciting opportunity for a young creative to join our team as a Creative Design Assistant .

You would assist with content creation and delivery of digital and fashion projects. Your typical day would be spent working alongside our Fashion Director, at the StyleSociety HQ’s, styling, sourcing, mood boarding, brainstorming, planning and implementing marketing strategies for social and events. Be prepared for some office administration and personal assistant duties as well.

This position would suit a tenacious, good communicator with a can-do attitude. We are not too keen on the princess types! This is not a work from home opportunity. This is a full-time position and you will be required to work from our offices based in the Cape Winelands.

Your duties would include the following:

1. Assist in developing proposals and fashion stories for our brands.
2. Researching unique ideas for styling, social and events.
3. Sourcing and researching for props and supplies.
4. Taking photos.
5. Recording videos.
6. Editing photos and videos.

Requirements:

• Organised.
• Creative.
• Detail-oriented.
• Eye for Design.
• Visually analytical.
• Experience with natural light photography, editing and creating video content.
• Proficient in Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Copywriting.
• Styling, Art or Design experience an advantage.

The working hours are 9.30 am to 4.30 pm – Mondays to Fridays.

IF YOU MEET ALL THESE REQUIREMENTS, WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

In your application, please include:

• Cover letter with your updated résumé.
• Headshot photo.
• LinkedIn URL.
• Your ideal work schedule.

• Introduce yourself, and tell us a little about what you love and why you’re applying for this position.
• Why do you want to work at StyleSociety?
• Please remember to send a short resume and links supporting your creative experience and strengths.
• We would love to see links to all your socials – especially Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and Twitter.
• Tell us about your past creative positions and what you will bring to the brand?

IMPORTANT:
Candidates who have competing interests or loyalties and are involved in any conflicting fashion, style, online businesses will not be considered for this vacancy.

You can send applications directly to:
Kumari Govender

Please Note: Applications for this position are now CLOSED. We will contact all shortlisted candidates to arrange interviews. Due to the volume of applications received – only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful.