65 User Interface Artist jobs in South Africa

ABOUT THE ROLE

Since we believe in creative work that disrupts, we are looking for a candidate who is going to embrace modern marketing principles and is a self-starter. This is an individual who is not afraid to challenge the norm and embodies our philosophy of divine discontent (Never stop chasing brilliance attitude).

We are therefore looking for a Senior Weight Digital Art Director. Must have 5-8+ years experience.

To complement the above, well also be looking for:

• Highly conceptual individual (Must show a minimum of 5 projects)
• Demonstrate exceptional strategic thinking (Provide 2 examples)
• Track record of leading the conceptualization and execution of campaigns (Show minimum of 4 examples)
• Must demonstrate in-depth understanding of new and existing digital platforms
• Must show an understanding of various programs (Editing, recording etc.)

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a senior creative you will help lead our passionate, multi-talented studio, guiding more junior members to deliver, and encourage exceptional integrated concepts that exceed client briefs and expectations.

A Senior Digital Art Director is an important contact point in our agency, so they can expect to be craft-led, strategically driven, media agnostic, agile and consistently conceptual, with a desire to transform brands by creating exceptional, intuitive, and human-centred products and experiences.

The successful candidate will be tuned into all aspects of South African popular culture and the platforms and media it plays in, as well as have a strong point of view on what it takes to win in this space, with the experience to back it up. Immaculate art direction ability is paramount. Must be able to work multiple project at any one time. Have the ability to attend every review on a project with new 2-3 ideas. Must be comfortable running projects independently.

What you will do everyday

Responsibilities

• Be part of the strategic process and interrogate the brief
• Have a deep understanding of the digital and social media landscape and how to do content planning/executions
• Scope, plan & manage the creative process on social media projects
• Manage & mentor the creative team
• Work with other disciplines (Strategists, Developers, Media, Accounts, etc) to ensure cohesive team integration, and alignment with broader business objectives
• Be a champion for innovative social media solutions on every brief
• Play an active role in campaign and always-on planning
• Participate in pitches for new business
• Define the visual language of overall campaigns
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Generate ideas and sell them into clients and other members of the team
• Mock up and execute creative ideas
• Consistently produce creative elements against a deliverables list
• Lead the craft of an idea
• Compile presentations for clients & new ways to present
• Attend client briefings & present to clients
• Attend film and photoshoots
• A grasp on media specs
• Source inspirational material and references of how to push creativity

Youll also be required to develop the following :

• Good understanding of social media, influencers, Mobile, Podcast, guerrilla, activations, and direct marketing
• A strong understanding of pop culture and relevance
• Great time management
• Ability to work under pressure & meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills with ability to provide rationales for creative choices made
• In-depth working knowledge of existing and emerging technologies & platforms
• A strong understanding of strategic processes
• Able to work with team members & delegate effectively
• Understand the clients business requirements; and understand how our services should be applied to solve business problems

ADvTECH is the leading provider of private education in Africa, passionately committed to enriching people's lives and futures. The academic strategy of ADvTECH's School's Division is to ensure that each student progresses incrementally toward mastery in a learning environment that is flexible, inspiring, engaging and challenging. ADvTECH houses a number of prestigious school brands offering IEB, Cambridge & IB curricula and boasts an online home schooling delivery option as well.

Duties

Educators in the FET phase will be responsible for planning, organizing and implementing appropriate instructional programs in a high school environment that guide and encourage students to develop and fulfil their academic potential and prepare them for life after graduation. They will need :-

• to deliver future focused education in which students are motivated, inspired and challenged;
• to demonstrate strength of character, integrity and professionalism, at all times
• to develop and maintain constructive and ongoing partnerships with colleagues, parents, guardians and members of the community
• to communicate and collaborate with all members of the learning community in a positive, respectful and open-minded way

They will be accountable for the following specific areas of performance :-

• Academic Delivery
• Academic Assessment & Reporting
• Student Behaviour Management
• School Brand Ambassadorship
• Administration
• Health & Safety

Qualifications & Experience

• a degree (NQF level 7) and PGCE or B. Education (FET) with a specialization in the subjects to be taught
• SACE certification and a police clearance are requirements
• 2-5 years Teaching Experience
• 2-5 years Specialist subject teaching
• Computer and digital literacy
• First Aid

Attributes & Competencies

• A Lifelong learner who continually undertakes personal inquiry, reflection and action to inform their practice and understanding of teaching & learning and remains abreast of global education trends
• Demonstrated planning and organisation skills with superior detail orientation
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal abilities and professional presentation skills
• A proven track record of managing professional relationships with maturity and high EQ
• Professional time management is a minimum requirement of the role
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to think critically and problem solve appropriately

STARTING DATE: 1 October 2025

Job Overview :

As a Mid to Senior Art Director, the incumbent will be responsible for interpreting all creative briefs, workflow and implementation of all graphic designs across multiple digital platforms, including but not limited to advertisements, in both print and digital mediums, including brochures, magazines, and corporate reports, websites, animated content, social media, etc.

As a senior, the incumbent is required to lead a team of artists/ designers, determine which artistic elements to use, articulate the vision to the team, review and approve copy, designs or photography and determine how to represent the creative concepts best.

Must be able to manage, develop, and proactively initiate creative ideas by executing with technical excellence and a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.

The incumbent will be responsible for the visual aspects of all brand projects and working with both internal and external clients, conversion and design.

This individual needs to show leadership in innovation, research and application of AI Tools to improve quality and efficiency of the overall department.

Key Objectives and Accountabilities:

1. The Senior Digital Designer/ Art Director will be responsible for interpreting all creative briefs, workflow and implementation of graphic design, motion graphic design, vector element design, page mockups, typography, iconography, web, animation, and mobile design. This also includes art direction and editing of video when required.

2. Required to develop and proactively initiate creative ideas, concepts, and projects, choosing the appropriate media and style and further executing with technical excellence and a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.

3. Will be responsible for the visual aspects of all brand projects and working with both internal and external clients, conversion, and design, i.e., developing and maintaining creative vision.

4. Interpretation of all creative briefs, workflow, and implementation, directing and directing the team of designers.

5. Effectively managing timelines/deadlines for deliverables by working closely with traffic.

6. Attend Client pitches and/or creative pitches for input and interpretation.

7. Working closely with Strategy/Content and Client to ensure creative direction and interpretation.

8. Assist and manage team outputs by providing creative direction and guidance to the team.

9. Manage and assist with direction on video production.

10. Remain up to date with all new developments/innovations in design tools and overall design best practices - Key requirement would be to train and develop the existing team on all AI tools and innovations.

11. Remain up to date with client products and competitors.

12. Complete any other reasonable instruction issued by your Manager/s.

Key Results:

Performance will only be satisfactory when:

• Working closely with the Creative Director to understand the client requirements and creative vision for rollout and execution.
• All creative outputs are completed within set deadlines and with minimal errors.
• Ensuring attention to detail and immaculate quality of work is provided by team.
• Continuous creative interpretation and execution of all briefs received from clients, both internal and externally.
• Creation and presentation of all designs without errors.
• Responsible for the upkeep (design) and maintenance of all client and internal brand imagery across all platforms, both print and digital.
• Conceptualize and execute examples as requested on the creative brief per project.
• Provide creative guidance and mentoring to the team.
• Propose tactical and proactive creative ideas around flighted campaigns when required.
• Responsible for all administrative duties that may be required (Chase and logging of hours, correct and systematic filing of all work).
• Communicate progress on all active jobs/ projects and/or tasks.
• Provide and manage all requested collateral by external parties.
• Perform any other reasonable task as assigned by your reporting manager.

Required Tools and Skill Sets :

Proficiency with standard software applications used in advertising, such as:

Adobe Photoshop.
Adobe InDesign.
Adobe Illustrator.
Adobe Acrobat.
Microsoft Office 365.
Adobe After Effects.
Adobe Premier.
Adobe Firefly.
Adobe Express.
Chase
Any additional AI programmes and applications.
Above-average ability to prompt AI programmes.

Education: Degree/Diploma - Visual Arts, Computer Applications Technology, Information Technology, Graphic Design

Languages: Business English

Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an Art Director role

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:   Please email a detailed CV with attached portfolio ( Portfolio should include full scope of skill sets and tools used to craft).

Send to:

**Please note that communications will only be made with shortlisted candidates. Should you not receive a reply within two weeks of sent application, please consider your application as non-successful. Further, applications sent with NO ATTACHED PORTFOLIO will not be considered.

REQUIREMENTS

As per above.

As the Senior Design Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding the creative output of the agency. You'll ensure all work meets the highest visual standards and is tightly aligned to client brand guidelines. More than that, you’ll help evolve and expand those brand systems – keeping them fresh, scalable, and ahead of the curve.

From overseeing design QA, to updating visual identity (VI) toolkits, to training partner agencies on proper usage, you’ll be a guardian of brand integrity. You’ll also help integrate AI tools into the creative workflow and keep us sharp on both emerging design trends and category best practices, especially in the fast-evolving fintech space.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee the consistent and accurate application of visual identity across all client deliverables
• Regularly update and maintain client VI toolkits and guidelines to reflect brand evolution
• Train partner agencies and internal teams on how to apply visual identity systems effectively
• Introduce and integrate AI tools to improve workflow efficiency and creative output
• Stay on top of industry design trends and innovations; bring fresh inspiration to the team
• Monitor visual trends and communication styles in the finance and fintech sectors to ensure we’re competitive and distinctive
• Collaborate with strategy, creative, and account teams to ensure design decisions align with brand goals
• Lead internal design QA processes to ensure accuracy and excellence
• Mentor and inspire junior designers, encouraging best-in-class design craft and attention to detail

As the Senior Design Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding the creative output of the agency. You'll ensure all work meets the highest visual standards and is tightly aligned to client brand guidelines. More than that, you’ll help evolve and expand those brand systems – keeping them fresh, scalable, and ahead of the curve.

From overseeing design QA, to updating visual identity (VI) toolkits, to training partner agencies on proper usage, you’ll be a guardian of brand integrity. You’ll also help integrate AI tools into the creative workflow and keep us sharp on both emerging design trends and category best practices, especially in the fast-evolving fintech space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the consistent and accurate application of visual identity across all client deliverables


• Regularly update and maintain client VI toolkits and guidelines to reflect brand evolution


• Train partner agencies and internal teams on how to apply visual identity systems effectively


• Introduce and integrate AI tools to improve workflow efficiency and creative output


• Stay on top of industry design trends and innovations; bring fresh inspiration to the team


• Monitor visual trends and communication styles in the finance and fintech sectors to ensure we’re competitive and distinctive


• Collaborate with strategy, creative, and account teams to ensure design decisions align with brand goals


• Lead internal design QA processes to ensure accuracy and excellence


• Mentor and inspire junior designers, encouraging best-in-class design craft and attention to detail

• 8+ years of experience in a creative or design leadership role, preferably in an agency environment


• Deep understanding of brand systems and visual identity development


• Strong conceptual thinker with impeccable attention to detail


• Confident communicator and trainer—able to present and articulate design rationale clearly


• Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma; familiarity with AI design tools (e.g. Midjourney, Firefly, ChatGPT, etc.) a big plus


• Curious, proactive, and always looking to push creative boundaries


• Experience working with clients in financial or fintech categories is a strong advantage

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks after the application deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.

January 12, 2025

Sawubona, my people! Let me tell you something straight. Are you stuck in Durban traffic on West Street, thinking, “Yoh, I can’t deal with this commute anymore”? If so, you’re in the right place. I’m about to share some powerful insights on how to teach yourself graphic design. You will be capable of working from home. Trust me, it’s going to change your life quicker than a taxi squeezing into a gap in peak-hour traffic.

Five years ago, I was that bloke sitting in a cubicle in Westville. I wore a tie that felt like a noose and dreamed about something better. Now? I run Warten Weg from my pad in Pinetown. I rock shorts and slops. I make more money than I ever did in corporate. Hectic, right?

But here’s the thing. Teaching yourself graphic design to work from home involves more than just watching a few YouTube tutorials. It’s not simply calling it a day. Nah, fam. It’s a proper journey, and I’m going to show you exactly how to make it happen.

How to Teach Yourself Graphic Design So You Can Work From Home

First things first, you need to understand the fundamentals. It’s like building a braai—you can’t just throw meat on the fire and hope for the best. You need to know what you’re doing.

• Colour Theory: Learn about colour combinations that slap harder than amapiano at a Sunday session.
• Typography: Understanding fonts is like knowing your wines—it seems fancy, but anyone can learn it.
• Layout Principles: This is your secret weapon, like knowing where to find parking at the Pavilion.

Pro Tip: You can teach yourself graphic design without spending a cent initially. Start with Canva and GIMP before dropping stacks on Adobe Creative Suite .

Now, here’s where most people get stuck when trying to teach themselves graphic design. They jump straight into trying to design logos for big brands when they can barely centre an image. Shame, man. Don’t be that person.

Start small:

• Make social media posts for your side hustle
• Create posters for your cousin’s car wash.

Listen, mshana, you need a portfolio that’s going to make potential clients say, “yasis!” Here’s how to build a design portfolio with no experience:

• Start with personal projects (they don’t need to know it was for your aunt’s birthday).
• Create mock projects for brands you love
• Document your design process (clients eat this stuff up).
• Make it look professional (even if you’re working from your bedroom in KwaDabeka).

Bru, in 2025, if you’re not online, you don’t exist. Here’s what you need:

• LinkedIn profile (yes, even though it’s boring)
• Instagram portfolio (this is where the magic happens)

Remember, design isn’t just about making things look pretty—it’s about solving problems.

Let me save you some money here. You don’t need everything at once:

• A decent laptop (doesn’t have to be a MacBook; relax)
• Adobe Creative Cloud subscription (student discount if you can get it)
• A good internet connection (fibre is your friend.)

• Second screen
• Coffee machine (trust me on this one)

Now we’re talking business! Here’s how to start making actual money:

• Start Local: Your first client will be that guy selling kotas down the road who needs a menu design.
• Use Your Network: Tell EVERYONE what you do now.
• Join Design Communities: Facebook groups, Reddit (r/graphic_design is your friend)
• Upwork and Fiverr : Yes, the rates are low at first, but it’s a start

• Trying to charge Hillcrest prices with Westville skills
• Not backing up your work (shame; I lost all my files once during load shedding)
• Taking on too many projects at once
• Not getting deposits from clients (got burnt bad on this one)

The best time to start was yesterday; the second best time is now.

Let me be honest with you—learning how to teach yourself graphic design so you can work from home isn’t easy. You’re going to spend many nights staring at your screen, wondering if you’re cut out for this. You’ll have moments where you feel like a proper chop.

But here’s the thing—every professional designer started somewhere. Even those charging R50k for a logo once searched online at 2 AM. They looked up “how to build a graphic design portfolio without clients. “.

Here’s where you can learn more:

• YouTube channels (Yes, including the overseas ones—just ignore when they say “y’all.”)
• Design books (actual books, not just Pinterest boards)
• Local design meetups (networking is everything, my friend)

This is what I want you to understand from this guide. It teaches you how to teach yourself graphic design to work from home. It’s this: it’s possible. I did it, starting from scratch, right here in KZN. No fancy overseas degree, no rich uncle funding my journey—just determination and a lot of late nights.

Remember, design isn’t just about making things look pretty—it’s about solving problems. And trust me, there are plenty of problems out there waiting for someone like you to solve them.

So, what are you waiting for? The best time to start was yesterday; the second best time is now. And when you’re successful, don’t forget about the oke who gave you these tips. Maybe buy me a vanilla cupcake at the next design meetup?

With dedicated daily practice and structured learning, most people can develop professional-level graphic design skills within 6-12 months.

You can start with free tools like Canva, GIMP, or Inkscape before investing in Adobe Creative Suite.

Yes, many successful designers are self-taught. They earn good incomes through freelancing. Some work remotely, while others run their own design businesses.

Lindani L. Thango is the founder of Warten Weg, a KwaZulu-Natal-based design studio specialising in branding and digital design. When he’s not designing or writing blog posts, you can find him braaiing with clients. That’s how we do business in South Africa. Otherwise, he is stuck in traffic on the N2.

Candidate will assist the Marketing department with creating visual content.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite software
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in video editing
• Graphic design knowledge and skills
• Proven experience creating and editing PowerPoint presentations
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Experience in video production with a keen creative eye

Job Type: Temp to perm

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: R7 500,00 - R15 000,00 per month

Experience:

• Adobe Creative Suite: 3 years (Required)

Location:

• Durban, KwaZulu-Natal 4016 (Required)

Work Location: In person

January 12, 2025

Sawubona, my people! Let me tell you something straight. Are you stuck in Durban traffic on West Street, thinking, “Yoh, I can’t deal with this commute anymore”? If so, you’re in the right place. I’m about to share some powerful insights on how to teach yourself graphic design. You will be capable of working from home. Trust me, it’s going to change your life quicker than a taxi squeezing into a gap in peak-hour traffic.

Five years ago, I was that bloke sitting in a cubicle in Westville. I wore a tie that felt like a noose and dreamed about something better. Now? I run Warten Weg from my pad in Pinetown. I rock shorts and slops. I make more money than I ever did in corporate. Hectic, right?

But here’s the thing. Teaching yourself graphic design to work from home involves more than just watching a few YouTube tutorials. It’s not simply calling it a day. Nah, fam. It’s a proper journey, and I’m going to show you exactly how to make it happen.

How to Teach Yourself Graphic Design So You Can Work From Home

First things first, you need to understand the fundamentals. It’s like building a braai—you can’t just throw meat on the fire and hope for the best. You need to know what you’re doing.

• Colour Theory: Learn about colour combinations that slap harder than amapiano at a Sunday session.
• Typography: Understanding fonts is like knowing your wines—it seems fancy, but anyone can learn it.
• Layout Principles: This is your secret weapon, like knowing where to find parking at the Pavilion.

Pro Tip: You can teach yourself graphic design without spending a cent initially. Start with Canva and GIMP before dropping stacks on Adobe Creative Suite .

Now, here’s where most people get stuck when trying to teach themselves graphic design. They jump straight into trying to design logos for big brands when they can barely centre an image. Shame, man. Don’t be that person.

Start small:

• Make social media posts for your side hustle
• Create posters for your cousin’s car wash.

Listen, mshana, you need a portfolio that’s going to make potential clients say, “yasis!” Here’s how to build a design portfolio with no experience:

• Start with personal projects (they don’t need to know it was for your aunt’s birthday).
• Create mock projects for brands you love
• Document your design process (clients eat this stuff up).
• Make it look professional (even if you’re working from your bedroom in KwaDabeka).

Bru, in 2025, if you’re not online, you don’t exist. Here’s what you need:

• LinkedIn profile (yes, even though it’s boring)
• Instagram portfolio (this is where the magic happens)

Remember, design isn’t just about making things look pretty—it’s about solving problems.

Let me save you some money here. You don’t need everything at once:

• A decent laptop (doesn’t have to be a MacBook; relax)
• Adobe Creative Cloud subscription (student discount if you can get it)
• A good internet connection (fibre is your friend.)

• Second screen
• Coffee machine (trust me on this one)

Now we’re talking business! Here’s how to start making actual money:

• Start Local: Your first client will be that guy selling kotas down the road who needs a menu design.
• Use Your Network: Tell EVERYONE what you do now.
• Join Design Communities: Facebook groups, Reddit (r/graphic_design is your friend)
• Upwork and Fiverr : Yes, the rates are low at first, but it’s a start

• Trying to charge Hillcrest prices with Westville skills
• Not backing up your work (shame; I lost all my files once during load shedding)
• Taking on too many projects at once
• Not getting deposits from clients (got burnt bad on this one)

The best time to start was yesterday; the second best time is now.

Let me be honest with you—learning how to teach yourself graphic design so you can work from home isn’t easy. You’re going to spend many nights staring at your screen, wondering if you’re cut out for this. You’ll have moments where you feel like a proper chop.

But here’s the thing—every professional designer started somewhere. Even those charging R50k for a logo once searched online at 2 AM. They looked up “how to build a graphic design portfolio without clients. “.

Here’s where you can learn more:

• YouTube channels (Yes, including the overseas ones—just ignore when they say “y’all.”)
• Design books (actual books, not just Pinterest boards)
• Local design meetups (networking is everything, my friend)

This is what I want you to understand from this guide. It teaches you how to teach yourself graphic design to work from home. It’s this: it’s possible. I did it, starting from scratch, right here in KZN. No fancy overseas degree, no rich uncle funding my journey—just determination and a lot of late nights.

Remember, design isn’t just about making things look pretty—it’s about solving problems. And trust me, there are plenty of problems out there waiting for someone like you to solve them.

So, what are you waiting for? The best time to start was yesterday; the second best time is now. And when you’re successful, don’t forget about the oke who gave you these tips. Maybe buy me a vanilla cupcake at the next design meetup?

With dedicated daily practice and structured learning, most people can develop professional-level graphic design skills within 6-12 months.

You can start with free tools like Canva, GIMP, or Inkscape before investing in Adobe Creative Suite.

Yes, many successful designers are self-taught. They earn good incomes through freelancing. Some work remotely, while others run their own design businesses.

Lindani L. Thango is the founder of Warten Weg, a KwaZulu-Natal-based design studio specialising in branding and digital design. When he’s not designing or writing blog posts, you can find him braaiing with clients. That’s how we do business in South Africa. Otherwise, he is stuck in traffic on the N2.