Graphic Designer at Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL)

Description

TaRL Africa seeks a talented graphic designer to uphold and enhance our visual identity. The chosen designer will collaborate on a range of projects, including:

• Designing and typesetting educational materials for foundational literacy and numeracy programs supported by TaRL Africa
• Creating reports, publications, and promotional materials for external audiences
• Developing visual content and infographics for social media
• Building templates to ensure brand consistency

The selected graphic designer will be responsible for:

• Developing creative concepts and designs for various communication materials aligned with TaRL Africa's branding guidelines
• Producing high-quality visuals that effectively communicate key messages and engage target audiences
• Creating relevant hand-drawn/digital illustrations to support project needs
• Collaborating with TaRL Africa's communications team to understand project requirements, discuss feedback and make revisions

Deliverables:

After the completion of each project, the graphic designer shall deliver the following by the outlined deadlines:

• Visual designs and illustrations that meet project objectives
• Source files and formats suitable for both digital and print use as required

Required Qualifications and Requirements:

• Proven experience as a graphic designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing relevant work
• Proficiency in graphic design software and tools including Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, CorelDraw, MS Office tools, Figma, etc.
• Ability to translate concepts into visually appealing designs that align with brand aesthetics and guidelines
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to deadlines

Desirable Qualifications and Requirements

• Illustration experience for child-friendly materials
• Experience with working on education or development-sector projects
• Experience working with teams and stakeholders in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Ability to support projects on short notice