Description:
We are looking for An "out-of-the-box thinker" who can easily spot and identify flaws and create solutions to improve designs. A top-class packaging designer should be able to analyze market trends and create product packaging that is both eye catching and functional. Someone with a creative flair and a strong ability to collaborate with multiple role-players. The ideal candidate should be able to take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them into designs (using illustrations, logos, lay-outs and photos) for online advertising, marketing, product catalogues, packaging and many more.Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate, brainstorm and strategize with management, marketing and sales on a wide range of materials that may include packaging, web designs, presentations, collateral, catalogues, signage, branding, and marketing materials.
- Study design briefs and determine the requirement to prepare rough drafts to be presented and edited after feedback.
- Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity.
- Use trend intelligence and an understanding of the current and historical business and our market to design and execute effective visual content.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in industrial design, graphic design, art, or a similar field will be advantageous.
- Minimum 2 - 3 years experience working in retail as a Packaging Designer/Graphic Designer.
- Digital photography & imaging knowledge.
- Advanced computer literacy.
- Adobe, Microsoft Suite and CorelDRAW Graphics Suite and related design programs.
Skills and experience:
Natural talent for design & style and a keen eye for detail.
- Power tool & accessory product background is an advantage.
- Proficiency with the required software applications and programs including Photoshop, Corel draw, and Illustrator.
- Effective time and project management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Understanding of marketing, new product packaging design, corporate & brand identity, multimedia advertising and copy-
writing.
- Ability to verbally translate and effectively communicate your creative ideas and concepts.
- Good listening skills.
- Photo editing skills, photo shoot planning & photography.
- Valid drivers license and own transport.
- Ideally resides around Midrand or Centurion area.
- A portfolio of your work will also be requested.
09 Apr 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za