208 Packaging Graphic Designer jobs in South Africa

A bold and brilliant Graphic Designer in Cape Town is needed to bring creative ideas to life across digital, product, and offline channels. This role is perfect for someone who lives and breathes visual storytelling, thrives in fast-paced environments, and creates designs that don’t just look great – they convert.

Your key job responsibilities as the Graphic Designer in Cape Town, South Africa will include:

• The Graphic Designer will work at the intersection of creativity and performance, delivering eye-catching assets that elevate the brand and drive results.
• Designing visually impactful and conversion-focused assets.
• Paid marketing campaigns (social media, display ads).
• In-app visuals and product UI elements.
• Web content (hero banners, icons, imagery).
• Offline collateral (flyers, posters, point-of-sale material).
• Collaborating closely with acquisition, content, and product teams to align visuals with campaign goals.
• Interpreting briefs and transforming them into engaging visuals that speak to the target audience.
• Maintaining design systems and ensuring consistent branding across all materials.

Requirements for this Graphic Designer job in Cape Town, South Africa :

• Solid experience in graphic design (minimum 3–5 years preferred).
• A strong portfolio showcasing a range of work (please share Behance, Dribbble, etc.).
• Experience designing within strict brand guidelines for performance marketing.
• Exceptional skills in layout, lighting, shadows, and image composition (especially for banners).
• Ability to adapt visual styles for different regions, audiences, or campaigns.
• Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Icon set creation.
• SVG animation skills.
• Motion design or basic animation experience.
• Interest or background in UX/UI.
• Understanding of Tailwind CSS and responsive design frameworks.

Ready to design with purpose and create visuals that truly resonate? If you’re passionate about high-impact design and want to be part of a creative, collaborative team – this is your moment. Apply now and let your creativity shine. Kindly send your CV through to for this exciting Graphic Designer in Cape Town, South Africa .

Purpose of the Role:
We are seeking a talented Graphic Designer to join our dynamic Marketing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing compelling visual content that inspires, informs, and captivates our audience across both digital and print platforms. From packaging and POS materials to digital content for websiteand social media, you will be at the forefront of delivering visually engaging designs that align with brand strategy while meeting deadlines and production requirements.

• Conceptualize and implement consistent brand look and feel.

• Ensure artwork and visual communication align with global best practices.

• Design and maintain packaging artwork across various brands.

• Update existing packaging to ensure it remains relevant and on-brand.

• Design and assist in the execution of all POS collateral.

• Capture high-quality product and POS photography.

• Create 3D renders and manage the image content database.

• Design product adverts in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

• Contribute ideas and visuals for digital craft projects and new product launches.

• Provide both high- and low-resolution images as required.

• Assist with advertising, signage, and conceptual design for product and marketing material.

• Design and format pricing documents and product lists.

• Prepare and format web imagery.

• Develop content for social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

• Maintain an organized archive of product images and POS designs.

• Ensure digital artworks are accessible to all relevant stakeholders.

• Matric (Grade 12) – essential.

• A relevant tertiary qualification or diploma in Graphic Design, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 4–6 years in a similar role.

• Experience in a global or multinational company is advantageous.

• Background in market research and an understanding of consumer trends, particularly in DIY, construction, or retail sectors.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment.

• Willingness to collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

• Strong photography and video editing skills.

• Experience in 3D rendering and illustration.

• Excellent command of English with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to present market trends and design ideas effectively.

• Creative thinker with a strategic mindset.

• Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative.

• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

• Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment.

• Capable of sourcing and integrating market insights into design work.

Port Shepstone – KwaZulu Natal – South Africa

The successful candidate will create designs and copy layouts for visual presentations, online advertising, and publications. They will also be responsible for coordinating and executing marketing items needed for quarterly marketing campaigns and working on multimedia devices as required within various projects. The main role will be to create and dispatch newsletters for all entities and maintain the newsletter databases.

• Matric
• Graphic Design degree/diploma or 3 to 4 years of related experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to shifting needs and priorities
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Creative thinking and artistic ability
• Strong command of the English language

Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, HTML knowledge, Adobe Illustrator

Dreamweaver or similar applications, Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge of the above is advantageous.

Application must include a portfolio of design work completed over the past 12 months for consideration.

South Africa’s leading corporate player in property development and management, and the leisure sector, currently offers this opportunity at Head Office in Port Shepstone. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the Group, preference will be given to candidates from designated groups.

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Are you an efficient and methodical Graphic Designer with an obsessive eye for detail? Do you get excited about designing collateral that helps businesses communicate their message with impact?

If you are passionate about design, thrive on bringing ideas to life, and want to make a real impact on businesses across South Africa, we would love to hear from you!

Our client is looking to challenge the status quo, help businesses grow, and shape the future through informed decision-making. As an advisory firm with a strong design focus , they believe that clarity in communication drives better business outcomes. That is why they are seeking a dynamic and creative Graphic Designer to join their team.

Your role will involve working on multiple projects simultaneously , easily shifting between tasks, and distilling complex ideas into clear, visually engaging designs.

Your key responsibilities will include producing high-quality design work across print and digital formats, translating briefs into compelling visual executions from start to finish, and assisting with PowerPoint presentations, infographics, illustrations, animations, and marketing collateral.

You will also be tasked with helping maintain brand consistency across all marketing and communication materials. Collaborate with the marketing team to develop engaging content and visual storytelling. Assist in the design of internal and external reports, case studies, and presentations.

If you are a curious mind who is always eager to learn and push creative boundaries. Then apply below!

Requirements:

• 3 - 5 years of experience in graphic design.
• A relevant tertiary qualification (preferably from a design/communication school).
• Experience with PowerPoint presentations.
• Ability to work with the Microsoft Office Suite, with proficiency in Mac and Windows.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
• A natural sense of aesthetics and a strong passion for design.
• The ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Confidence to take initiative and work independently while being a team player.
• A proactive approach to feedback, using it to refine and improve your work.

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries Financial Services, Banking, and Business Consulting and Services

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HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.

Our vision is to make work accessible and people’s lives better.We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers –connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: 6 months with potential to extend
Work set up: Remote (Overlapping with ET/CT time zone)

Our client in the global professional services industry is looking for a collaborative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join their creative team. In this role, you’ll support the development and delivery of high-quality visual assets across digital and print channels. You’ll help bring ideas to life, contribute to creative brainstorms, and ensure design outputs align with brand standards and marketing goals. The ideal candidate is a versatile designer who can manage multiple projects, respond well to feedback, and consistently deliver thoughtful, brand-aligned work.

• Design and produce marketing materials across digital and print formats, including social media graphics, email assets, web banners, sales presentations, and more.
• Ensure consistency with company’s visual identity and brand guidelines across all design work.
• Collaborate with the design director and other team members to translate creative direction into effective visual solutions.
• Contribute to ideation sessions and support the development of campaign concepts and storytelling.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards and attention to detail.
• Apply feedback constructively and iterate on designs to improve outcomes.
• Stay informed on design trends, industry tools, and best practices to enhance design impact.
• Use industry-standard tools (Adobe Creative Suite) to create and edit assets efficiently.

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional design experience, ideally in an agency or in-house marketing team.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of work across formats and industries.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); familiarity with PowerPoint is a plus.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time-management skills.
• Strong eye for typography, layout, and color, with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with motion graphics or basic animation tools is a plus.

Please submit a relevant portfolio and/or a link to your portfolio along with your application/resume.

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in, without requiring sponsorship.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

HelloKindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

• Johannesburg, Gauteng
• Information Technology
• Permanent

We are looking for a Junior Graphic Designer to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have an eye for design and the ability to convey messages through visual media.

You will collaborate with our marketing, product, and content teams to create innovative design solutions across a variety of media, including digital, print, and social platforms.

• Someone with a keen eye for visual design and strong attention to detail.
• Someone who stays up to date on the latest trends and technologies.
• Driven by achieving high-quality work and by adding value to the company.
• A highly organised individual who seeks ownership and responsibility.
• Someone excited to be part of a dynamic, diverse and growing tech company.
• A team player willing to work closely with others and trust their team members in order to achieve the company's goals and live the company's values.
• Market-related salary, based on experience
• Competitive leave structure
• Medical Aid and Retirement Annuity benefits
• Opportunities to learn and grow in a supportive culture
• An organisational culture that cares about its people as individuals.

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Graphic Designer Location: Cape Town / Johannesburg Company: GAPP Architects & Urban Designers

GAPP Architects & Urban Designers is on the lookout for a talented and driven Graphic Designer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional passionate about design, storytelling, and visual communication, eager to make a meaningful contribution in the fields of architecture, urban design, and the built environment.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative studio setting and can translate complex ideas into compelling visuals across digital and print media. Experience or interest in the built environment will be highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Design engaging and visually compelling graphics for various platforms, including presentations, reports, proposals, social media, and print collateral with a focus on layouts, maps, diagrams, and infographics that communicate architectural concepts.
• Collaborate with the marketing and design teams to develop and execute creative campaigns, package submissions for awards (e.g., CIFA Awards) and editorial publications, ensuring visuals align with project narratives.
• Maintain a consistent visual language aligned with GAPP’s brand identity and values
• Prepare final artwork for both print and digital production, ensuring high quality and accuracy
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies relevant to our industry
• Incorporate feedback constructively and iterate designs as needed to meet project goals, supporting marketing strategies, events, and business development initiatives.
• Matric and a post-matric qualification in Graphic Design or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a graphic design role within a marketing agency or corporate marketing environment
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint and Word)
• Strong attention to detail, layout, typography, and visual hierarchy
• Ability to manage time effectively and work on multiple projects simultaneously

Bonus Skills

• Experience working within the architecture, urban design, or built environment sectors
• Basic animation or video editing skills
• Understanding of design for tenders, portfolios, and architectural documentation

If you're a designer who loves working with ideas that shape cities, spaces, and communities—we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and portfolio by June 13, 2025.

To apply, please send your CV, portfolio, and a brief motivation letter to by 13 June 2025 to or

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
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Our UK Based Client designs, manufactures and supplies integrated systems for outdoor spaces on high-rise buildings including raised floors, roof finishing systems and amenity products. With over 30 years of experience, they have become the marketing leader in leveraging outdoor spaces on commercial and residential buildings through creatively engineered amenity spaces, to bring the maximum possible return to asset owners and investors. They are looking for a Graphic Designer to join their team.

The Graphic Designer will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the company’s visual identity across all platforms. The role involves designing, managing, and updating digital and print materials to ensure brand consistency and effective communication of technical product information. This individual will work closely with the Digital Marketing Executive to maintain the company's website(s), develop marketing collateral, and design materials for various applications, from brochures to packaging and exhibition stands. A keen eye for detail is crucial, as this role involves reviewing work for errors and ensuring the highest level of quality control before final delivery. The Graphic Designer must also have a good understanding of the company’s products to create visuals that effectively communicate key messages to customers. The ideal candidate for this role is a highly creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with strong technical design skills. They must be comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and take initiative in setting and meeting deadlines. A strong understanding of branding, print production, and digital design is essential.

This is a remote position open to those living anywhere in South Africa.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Create, manage, and update all company literature, including system overviews, brand brochures, technical infographics, data sheets, sample packaging, and signage
2. Ensure all designs align with the company’s brand guidelines and maintain a consistent look and feel across all marketing materials
3. Oversee the design and layout of printed and digital advertising materials, ensuring they are visually engaging and aligned with marketing objectives
4. Assist in the design and maintenance of packaging labels and sample packaging to ensure brand compliance and product clarity
5. Coordinate with the Digital Marketing Executive to update and enhance the graphical elements of the company website(s)
6. Edit and resize product images and renders for website use, ensuring high-quality visuals
7. Manage design files and assets in an organized manner within the company’s Source of Truth (SoT) system
8. Design event and exhibition stands for trade shows, industry events, and company showcases
9. Ensure all exhibition materials reflect the company’s branding and communicate key product messages effectively
10. Maintain an in-depth understanding of digital and print production processes to ensure the highest quality outputs
11. Work closely with printers and external suppliers to ensure accurate production of marketing materials
12. Review all designs for errors and typos before publishing or printing
13. Manage multiple design projects simultaneously and ensure timely completion
14. Set personal deadlines for tasks where none are provided to maintain workflow efficiency
15. Work closely with other departments to ensure that design needs are met efficiently
16. Video editing and motion graphics using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
17. 3D rendering for product visualization, if applicable

Skills, Experience & Requirements

1. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects. (Canva may be used where applicable)
2. Strong understanding of digital and print production processes , including file preparation for print and digital formats
3. Experience in branding and corporate identity design , ensuring consistency across all platforms
4. Proficiency in layout design, typography, and color theory for both digital and print media
5. Basic knowledge of web design principles and optimizing images for web use
6. Attention to detail: Ability to identify typos, errors, and inconsistencies before finalizing designs
7. Time management & organization: Ability to handle multiple projects at once, set deadlines, and prioritize tasks efficiently
8. Collaboration & communication: Comfortable working with marketing teams, external vendors, and other departments to fulfill design requirements
9. Creative problem-solving: Ability to turn complex product information into visually appealing and easy-to-understand graphics
10. Brand awareness & consistency: Ability to enforce and maintain company branding across all visual assets

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Applicants must be able to ensure they can maintain internet and power during office hours.

Not Applicable

Full-time

Art/Creative

Manufacturing

About Us:
Lead Generation Group (LGG) is a results-driven marketing and lead generation company helping businesses scale through high-quality, converting leads. We value creativity, innovation, and long-term thinking while delivering measurable results for our clients. We’re now looking for a talented Graphic Designer to help elevate our brand visuals and client-facing assets.

About the Role:
We’re seeking a skilled Graphic Designer with expertise in digital design and website visuals. You’ll create modern, engaging designs that align with brand objectives and enhance user experience across web and digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design high-quality graphics and layouts for websites, social media, ads, and other digital content.

• Work on website design projects using Figma, Webflow, and Framer , delivering visually appealing and functional designs.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate concepts into finished visuals.

• Ensure brand consistency and design quality across all projects.

• Stay updated with design trends and tools to keep creative output innovative.

How to Apply:

Please upload your CV and a screenshot of your favorite graphic you have made to date. We look forward to seeing what you have got!

• 3+ years of proven experience as a Graphic Designer or similar role (portfolio required).

• Advanced skills in Figma, Webflow, and Framer .

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent tools.

• Strong understanding of layout, typography, color theory, and web design principles.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Good communication skills and openness to feedback.