Senior Graphic Designer – Contract

EnableSA Recruitment

Senior Graphic Designer leading the design and execution of innovative campaigns. Collaborating with teams to produce high-quality assets for various platforms in a contract role.

Posted 7/17/2026contractCape Town • 🇿🇦 South AfricaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading creative campaigns and producing high-quality design assets across various platforms, with a strong focus on brand strategy and audience engagement. Proficient in utilizing AI-powered tools for content creation and maintaining brand consistency across all communications.

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Graphic DesignSocial Media Campaign ManagementAI-Powered Creative ToolsDigital Marketing AssetsBranding Projects

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Hard Skills

Visual CommunicationMultimedia DesignDigital DesignMotion GraphicsContent CreationCampaign StrategyProject ManagementQuality AssuranceCreative IdeationDesign Automation

Soft Skills

Creative GuidanceMentorshipCollaborationCommunicationWorkflow Management

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsImage Generation SoftwareVideo Editing SoftwareDesign SoftwareSocial Media Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic DesignNational Diploma in Visual Communication

Industry Keywords

Brand GuidelinesCreative StandardsDigital-First ContentAudience EngagementCampaign Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the conceptualisation, design, and execution of creative campaigns across multiple platforms
Develop innovative visual concepts that align with business objectives and brand strategy
Produce high-quality design assets for digital, social media, website, email marketing, events, presentations, and print collateral
Provide creative guidance and mentorship to junior designers and marketing team members
Ensure all creative output maintains exceptional quality standards and brand consistency
Develop and execute social-first creative strategies across platforms such as: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter) and YouTube
Create engaging static, animated, and video-based content designed to increase audience engagement and brand awareness
Design social media campaigns tailored to platform-specific audiences and best practices.
Monitor current social media design trends and adapt content accordingly
Collaborate with content creators, copywriters, and marketing teams to develop impactful campaigns
Utilise AI-powered creative tools to enhance content development, efficiency, and innovation
Generate AI-assisted visual concepts, imagery, graphics, and campaign assets
Leverage AI tools for: Image generation, Video creation and editing, Motion graphics, Creative ideation, Content repurposing, Design automation
Develop processes and governance for responsible AI usage within creative workflows
Evaluate emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to improve creative output and productivity
Maintain and strengthen the company's visual identity across all channels
Develop and manage brand guidelines and creative standards
Ensure consistency across all customer-facing communications and marketing materials
Partner with marketing and business stakeholders to develop integrated campaigns
Translate campaign strategy into compelling visual executions
Provide creative solutions that support lead generation, engagement, recruitment, and brand-building initiatives
Contribute to campaign planning and creative brainstorming sessions
Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality standards
Coordinate with printers, agencies, freelancers, videographers, and other external suppliers
Review and approve artwork before production and publication
Ensure efficient workflow management and project prioritisation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Grade 12
Bachelor's Degree, National Diploma, or equivalent qualification in: Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design or Digital Design
Minimum 5–8 years' professional graphic design experience
Proven experience managing social media creative campaigns
Demonstrated experience creating engaging digital-first content
Experience working with AI-powered creative and content generation tools
Strong portfolio showcasing: Branding projects, social media campaigns, Digital marketing assets, Motion graphics/video content, AI-generated creative work
Valid drivers license and own transport as some travel is required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development
Ability to work with AI technology
Creative guidance and mentorship opportunities