QualificationsGrade 12 Senior Certificate (Matric)Bachelors Degree or Accreditation in art, graphic design or a related field will be highly advantageousBachelors degree or Accreditation in Public relations or communication will be highly advantageousCompetenciesExcellent writing and presentation skillsMarketing and brand development experienceUser interface (UI) and user experience (UX) designMastery of graphic design softwareUnderstanding design principles, colour theory and layoutSolid knowledge of design and visual principlesDemonstrated portfolio showing creative, design and software skillsAbility to evaluate choices critically, with the customer needs in mindAbility to communicate design choices clearlyGreat multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressureCreative and business-mindedStrong attention to detailFlexible and adaptive to changing circumstances, while still meeting deadlinesMust have a diverse personality and ability communicate professionally with members on all levelsGood communication and interpersonal skillsGood time management and organisational skillsAbility to foster and maintain relationshipsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressured environmentResponsibilitiesDevelop an internal communications strategy aligned to the Companys goals and values, and build commitment to successCreate messaging to support internal communication activitiesAdvise executives and managers on their role in effective internal communicationCoordinate strategic messaging and communications campaignsCreate content for newsletters, internal websites and e-mail communicationsSupport ideas with research and experienceCreate internal communications material, such as internal web pages, e-mail messages and postersCreate internal communications to inform and educate employees on business changesRefine core messaging to ensure business consistency in all aspects of communicationManage internal communications output and feedbackReview and adjust communication plan as neededSet timing of release to coordinate with company events or initiativesPublish videos and photography on company websiteEdit and revise content as necessaryEdit, design, and print internal publicationsCreate, format and edit PowerPoint presentations, video scripts, and web pages.Work with subject matter experts and other staff to write, edit, and prepare content for various media including printed material and digital storiesEdit and format internal training documentsCombine creativity and technical skills to produce digital graphicsDesign visual concepts using graphic design tools including design softwareSelect colours, fonts, photographs, layouts and other design elements to communicate creative conceptsTake ideas and direction from many sources and incorporate them into a single cohesive designArticulate design concepts to various stakeholdersGenerate high-quality graphics and computer animationsEnsure brand consistency - ensure that visual assets across all platforms are consistent with established style guidelinesManage projects that include cross-functional teams
