Creative Analyst at Nextier Capital Limited

About You 

• You are passionate about development and believe we are the ones we have been waiting for to change our society. You are an experienced change leader who reflects thoughtfully and broadly and challenges conventions in search of answers to Africa\'s development challenges. You are tenacious and remain motivated even when the client is not incentivised to drive the needed change. You are an adaptive leader who can conceptualise and deliver solutions to drive improved development outcomes. 

Role Purpose

• Responsible for controlling the entire process of defining the company’s brand requirements; visualising and creating graphics to satisfy the external and potential clients, and increasing the company\'s revenue.

Job Responsibilities

• Review and proofread designs to ensure that copy, layout, and dimensions are print-ready 
• Maintains the brand\'s consistency across all designs and printed materials 
• Create covers and layout for proposals and reports 
• Develop creative Banners for monthly events to suit all advertising media
• Ensures final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand. 
• Develop Illustrations for daily articles and social media posts 
• Develop banners for weekly podcasts 
• Create motion graphics and Infographic videos for social media posts and events. 
• Keeping up to date with the latest design trends, techniques, and printing standards 
• Create illustrations to visualise concepts and themes for the teams 
• Renders and presents design mockups for revision and feedback
• Implements feedback revision and creates final designs for printing 
• Manages the timelines and workflow of print design projects 
• Collaborates and brainstorms with the creative team to define design briefs and requirements 
• Preparation of reports weekly, monthly and quarterly to the Partner 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years\' experience as a graphic designer or a similar role 
• A thorough knowledge of designs, printing products and services 
• A good understanding of design software, such as Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro 
• Photo editing skills 
•  Illustration 
• Motion graphics 
• Video Editing
• Ability to prepare documents for print 
• Editorial design skills 
• Strong portfolio of print design work 
• Proficiency in design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign 
• Experience in producing a range of printed materials, including catalogues, textile prints, and magazine designs 
• Excellent time management and organisational skills 
• The ability to manage multiple design projects and perform under pressure 
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills 
• Exceptional creativity and innovation 
• Accuracy and attention to detail 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision 
• Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations
•  Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills 
• Good understanding of business processes