27 Visual Communication jobs in South Africa
Creative Design Specialist
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About Us
The Really Great Teacher Company is a rapidly growing global online teacher management company with headquarters in Hong Kong. Our international team is passionate about revolutionizing teacher management and development across the globe. We're seeking a talented and experienced Multimedia Designer to create compelling visual content that enhances our brand identity and resonates with our diverse audience of educators and online learning businesses worldwide. We are an exciting brand that refuses to accept mediocrity and strive to produce engaging, unique and relatable content.
Role Overview
This is a middle-weight position. As the Creative Design Specialist at The Really Great Teacher Company, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our brand identity across all platforms and marketing materials. You will work closely with the Digital Marketing & Communications Manager to create consistent, high-quality design solutions that effectively communicate our brand message and values to our global audience. Content creation includes both static and video formats.
Primary Responsibilities:
Brand Identity Management:
Maintain The Really Great Teacher Company’s corporate identity, ensuring consistency across all materials internally and externally.
Evolve the company’s brand to remain relevant, visually compelling, and relatable to changing market trends.
Create style guides and templates that can effectively be implemented where required.
Develop visual concepts that support and deliver on marketing strategies.
Collaboration and Project Management:
Work closely with Digital Marketing & Communications Manager to support marketing objectives.
Monthly content planning for effective project management.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Conceptualize creative campaigns and input on marketing campaigns and strategies.
Communicate effectively with international team members across different time zones.
Multimedia Design:
Create engaging content that supports departmental objectives.
Creative concept ideation to create captivating imagery that delivers on campaign messaging and objectives.
Design requirements include all graphics for all marketing outputs, externally and internally where needed. This can include a range of different multimedia graphics, such as static designs, video content creation, GIF’s, infographics, reports, proposals, etc.
Create visually appealing email marketing templates and graphics.
Design and update website graphics, banners, and visual elements.
Develop digital ads for various platforms with optimal dimensions.
Video and Motion Graphics:
Develop concepts and storyboards for video content.
Create motion graphics and animations for digital platforms.
Edit and enhance video content for various platforms and purposes.
Requirements
Essential
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field
3-5+ years of professional graphic design experience
Portfolio demonstrating strong visual design skills across multiple media types
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects)
Experience designing for digital platforms and social media
Video editing and motion graphics skills
Strong typography skills and attention to detail
Excellent knowledge of design principles, visual hierarchy, and composition
Experience working with brand guidelines and maintaining brand consistency
Technical Skills:
Adobe Creative Suite
Motion graphics and video editing (After Effects, Premiere Pro)
Presentation design (PowerPoint, Keynote)
Familiarity with AI tools to support role requirements
Familiarity with digital marketing platforms
Email template design
UX/UI design best practices
Soft Skills:
Creativity and curiosity
Strong communication skills
Ability to receive and effectively execute on creative briefs
Ability to process and incorporate constructive feedback timeously
Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines
Collaborative mindset and team player attitude
Cultural sensitivity and global perspective
Tech Requirements:
Own, high-performing computer capable of seamlessly running Adobe Suite programs and rendering high-definition video.
Uncapped internet connection with limited network interruption.
Back-up power solution.
Key Performance Indicators:
Producing high quality content that results in effective visual communication
Meeting project deadlines to execute on monthly content calendar
Adherence to brand guidelines across all materials
Benefits
Career Development Opportunities:
Grow skillset and exposure as projects and products diversify.
Professional development in emerging technologies and trends.
Cross-functional experience in marketing strategy, brand development and creative design.
Creative Design Assistant | Fashion Vacancy
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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.
Creative Design AssistantThis 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:
- Assist in developing proposals and fashion stories for our brands.
- Researching unique ideas for styling, social and events.
- Sourcing and researching for props and supplies.
- Taking photos.
- Recording videos.
- 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.
TO APPLYIF 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.
#J-18808-LjbffrCreative Design Assistant | Fashion Vacancy
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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.
Creative Design AssistantThis 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:
- Assist in developing proposals and fashion stories for our brands.
- Researching unique ideas for styling, social and events.
- Sourcing and researching for props and supplies.
- Taking photos.
- Recording videos.
- 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.
TO APPLYIF 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.
#J-18808-LjbffrCreative design assistant | fashion vacancy
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Creative and Design Manager
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the conceptualization and design of dynamic marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
- Drive innovative content creation and ideation to advance the brand.
- Oversee project management, toolkit organization, and file-sharing processes for efficient team delivery.
- Coordinate with internal and external vendors, suppliers, and printers to ensure smooth production workflows.
- Supervise reproduction, printing, proofing, and quality control of all creative outputs.
- Translate briefs into compelling creative strategies and executions.
- Ensure all creative work aligns with brand positioning, tone, and visual guidelines.
- Manage project deadlines and deliver projects on time.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior designers and interns.
- Take initiative and assume additional responsibilities in the absence of the Line Manager.
- Present creative concepts and solutions to stakeholders and team members, incorporating feedback effectively.
Qualifications & Experience
- 5-8 years of experience as a Creative Director or Senior Creative Manager.
- At least 5 years in a creative management or leadership role.
- Relevant Diploma in Graphic Design or equivalent.
- Experience in photography, videography, and video editing.
- Hands-on experience with photo shoot production and art direction.
- Experience in animation and motion design is advantageous.
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Attention to detail and multitasking ability.
- Deep understanding of production processes, typography, and design thinking.
- Knowledge of print and digital content production.
- Understanding of digital principles and content creation for social media.
- Awareness of industry trends, including AI technologies.
- Proficiency in Apple Mac OS and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Midjourney, ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly, KlingAI, Runway).
- Strong communication, layout, and composition skills.
- Creative thinking and ability to critique constructively.
- High level of creativity and innovation.
Behaviours
- Fosters innovation and creativity.
- Inspires and motivates teams.
- Simplifies complex information.
- Plans strategically with a focus on long-term goals.
- Leverages new technology to enhance productivity and growth.
Please Note
A portfolio of original work is required for interviews; only original artworks will be accepted.
Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act.
About Us
TFG is a diversified retail portfolio of 34 brands, committed to inspiring customers and creating remarkable omnichannel experiences. Join us to grow and make an industry impact. We value our people and offer diverse opportunities for growth.
#J-18808-LjbffrDesign & Creative Coordinator
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An exciting career opportunity is available at one of the premier golf & leisure resorts in the country for an experienced and motivated Design & Creative Coordinator .
The main (not all encompassing) responsibilities of this role are related to create and amend print and digital design artwork; oversee all photographic work; design and produce hotel collateral; provide digital/HTML support; all relevant admin and reports; etc.
A self-managed, attention to detail aspiring creative mind with a dream to start the journey towards describing the foundations of the word, luxury, by only using pictures.
Key Qualifications and Experience required:
- Minimum qualification of Grade 12 coupled with a tertiary qualification in Graphic Design.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
- Advanced knowledge of and competency in HTML/Photoshop/Indesign/Illustrator/Premier Pro/Lightroom/Acrobat/Meta/digital assets
- Advanced competency in MS Office suite is essential.
- The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate that they can be successful under pressure and with minimum supervision.
- Key skills that the candidate must be able to demonstrate will be: active listening, critical thinking, active learning, and time management.
- Key abilities that the candidate must be able to demonstrate will be: originality, fluency of Ideas, written comprehension and expression, verbal comprehension and expression, visualization, deductive (the ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense) and inductive (the ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions) reasoning, and visual colour discrimination.
- Key work styles that the candidate must be able to demonstrate will be: attention to detail, innovation, dependability, initiative, cooperation, persistence, stress tolerance, and self-control.
Application Process:
Closing date:
07 September 2025
How to apply:
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Graphic Design
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January 12, 2025
How to Teach Yourself Graphic Design So You Can Work From HomeSawubona, 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.
Table of Contents My Story: From Corporate Zombie to Design BossFive 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
The Ultimate Self-Taught Design Roadmap 1. Sort Out Your Basics (The Foundation)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 .
2. Build Your Skills (The Real Work)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.
Tools of the Trade (What You Actually Need)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.
The Real Talk SectionLet 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. “.
Resources to Get You StartedHere’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?
FAQ: Teach Yourself Graphic Design How long does it take to teach yourself graphic design?With dedicated daily practice and structured learning, most people can develop professional-level graphic design skills within 6-12 months.
Do I need expensive software to start learning graphic design?You can start with free tools like Canva, GIMP, or Inkscape before investing in Adobe Creative Suite.
Can I make a living as a self-taught graphic designer?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.
#J-18808-LjbffrGraphic design
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Graphic Design Lecturer
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Eduvos is seeking to hire an Independent Contractor, Graphic Design Lecturer, at our Nelson Mandela Bay campus on a part-time basis.
Type of appointment : Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)
Purpose :
- To lecture Humanities-related modules within the faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
- To assist in administration and departmental activities as required by the academic department.