The role of the Senior Graphic Designer is to produce industry leading creative and coordinate the development and design of a wide range of graphic  material, involving a variety of integrated steps and processes. The position requires extensive knowledge of specialised, multi-faceted design concepts and media. They will create original graphic design and comprehensive layout concepts and oversee and coordinate production of artwork and print. 

In this role, you will:

• Conceptualise, plan and design, a wide range of specialised graphic, typesetting and/or illustrative material. 
   


• Have the ability to write and edit basic copy and headlines. 
   


• Work with Group Business Units to ascertain their needs and to develop graphic directions, concepts, and specifications for assigned projects. 
   


• Plan production schedules for the various steps in the design process; analyse basic project development   costs, be able to participate in production and/or marketing planning group sessions and meetings. 
   


• Identify, select and coordinate vendors for printing and publication services, as appropriate to the project; may write and process requests for proposals for printing projects; identify and recommend contractors, such as printers, illustrators, photographers, and/or cartographers. 
   


• Oversee and coordinate the production process; develop and write printing and/or other production specifications, and select appropriate production media and materials, such as ink and paper; inspect proofs for accuracy and adherence to appropriate production standards. 
   


• Provide creative and technical advice and guidance and serve as liaison with production personnel, authors, publishers, clients, and/or printing representatives on design and technical graphic issues. 
   


• May coordinate a graphic or photographic library and/or maintain digital records. 
   


• The ability to supervise and/or train lower graded staff and trainee employees. 
   


• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. 

To be considered for this role, you must meet the below requirements: 

• Completed a Degree or Honours in Marketing, Media or Graphic Desgin


• 8+ years experience in working for an advertising agency/graphic design company or boutique design house.


• Specialised qualifications in graphic design and print/production. 
   
  Knowledge/skills:  
   


• Have proven experience in a wide range of graphic design projects including below-the-line, corporate identities, brochures, direct-mail, exhibitions, newsletters, promotional material, retail, digital graphics, outdoor media, design and print.


• Show excellent knowledge and skill in typography.


• Excellent spoken/written understanding of English and communication skills.


• Demonstrate good personal management and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to multi-task.


• Show expert knowledge in the following software: InDesign / Photoshop / Illustrator.


• Be proficient on a Mac and with the OSX operating system.