Midweight Designer

Publicis Groupe · Johannesburg, Gauteng

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  • The role will collaborate closely with the Art Director and Creative Director to develop and execute creative projects across a range of platforms. The Midweight Designer is responsible for producing high-quality, cohesive work that follows brand standards and responds effectively to creative direction. Working with designers, multimedia editors and writers, the successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative environment focused on craft excellence and impactful visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

CREATIVE COLLABORATION

  • Work in partnership with Art Directors, Creative Directors and senior team members to develop and execute creative concepts that are fit-for-platform.
  • Collaborate with designers, copywriters, editors and other team members to ensure cohesive and high-quality deliverables.

ART DIRECTION

  • Working under the guidance of the Art Director and Creative Director, translate creative requirements into visually engaging and brand-consistent design solutions.
  • Support the Art Director and Creative Director in developing creative assets that align with the client's and global lead agency's vision and objectives.
  • Adapt globally developed campaigns into locally relevant executions.

DESIGN EXECUTION

  • Produce compelling designs and storyboards for a variety of media, including digital, print, social and multimedia.
  • Ensure all creative work is executed on-brand and to the quality standards expected by Publicis Production.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

  • Manage assigned projects, timelines and priorities effectively, with guidance where required.
  • Liaise with the Art Director to review design solutions, receive feedback and make the necessary adjustments to projects.

INNOVATION AND TRENDS

  • Stay up to date with industry trends and apply relevant techniques and ideas to projects.
  • Contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration and innovation within the team.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

  • Receive and implement feedback from the Art Director and senior creative team to maintain quality and consistency.
  • Check final creative work for accuracy, brand consistency and alignment with client expectations before submission.

Qualifications

  • Relevant experience as a designer or in a similar design role within an advertising agency, production studio or creative environment.
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating capability across digital, print, social and multimedia design.
  • Strong design, communication and collaboration skills.
  • Proficiency in relevant creative tools and software, including Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple assigned projects and deadlines.
  • A passion for craft excellence, continuous learning and staying current with industry trends.

Skills

  • This role requires a capable conceptual thinker who can translate creative direction into compelling design solutions while balancing client needs and brand objectives.
  • The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail, solid craft skills and a willingness to learn and develop.
  • Flexibility and adaptability are crucial, as the Midweight Designer will work across multiple projects, evolving briefs and dynamic market conditions.
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