Job Description Design social media and digitally led creative, utilizing animation and digital design best practices with a good technical understanding for outputting files in the correct format, size (data and dimensions) with visual accuracy. Be able to work methodically and according to brief and brand specification. Be able break down brief requirements and timeously flag any potential issues that may arise. Create presentation decks to showcase work. Be able to collect and file artwork work correctly for archiving and handovers. Be able to accurately capture time against completed briefs. Business Skills: Be well versed in the Adobe Creative Suite software (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects). Superb inter-personal skills and a passion for creating high quality content. Strong understanding of animation and digital design practices. Must be well versed in various social media platforms and the changing landscape. Passion for detail and implementing CI guidelines, with the ability and agility to switch between multiple brands. Ability to execute quickly and effectively; especially in response to trending topics. Strong time management and self-management skills. Ability to work well as part of a team. Apple Mac literate. Advantageous Skills: Basic audio editing Adobe Audition. Understanding of print and print production processes. Previous experience an Advertising Agency. Qualifications The candidate must have a minimum of 4 years digital design experience. The following attributes are also essential: Tertiary Graphic/Art/Advertising/Design qualification. Proven experience in social and digital design on large scale multinational brands, lifestyle brands and/or FMCG brands. Have an existing up to date online portfolio or showreel to demonstrate abilities. Additional Information Publicis Groupe, the second largest communications group in the world, employing over 100 000 talented minds, across 100 countries. Publicis Groupe has made a name for itself by putting its people first. We, at Publicis Groupe Africa, are no different. With over 60 agencies across 36 countries on the continent, there's no better place to grow a rewarding career in media, communications, marketing or advertising in Africa. Publicis Groupe Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibits any forms of discrimination or harassment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees in line with our Employment Equity Plan. All appointments will be based on qualifications, experience and best fit, but preference will be given to all candidates from designated groups. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within two weeks after submitting your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful. For more information and other vacancies, visit PublicisGroupeAfrica.com.
