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Digital Graphic Designer
Cape Town, Western Cape
Digital Graphic Designer
The Digital Graphic Designer plays a key role in creating visually compelling content for Nerdware and its clients. This intermediate-level role involves designing digital assets, developing brand identities, and contributing to creative strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in graphic design, a keen eye for detail, and familiarity with AI-driven design tools will be a plus. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects while staying at the forefront of design trends and technologies.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/40ixwWe
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Role Description:
The Digital Graphic Designer plays a key role in creating visually compelling content for Nerdware and its clients. This intermediate-level role involves designing digital assets, developing brand identities, and contributing to creative strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in graphic design, a keen eye for detail, and familiarity with AI-driven design tools will be a plus. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects while staying at the forefront of design trends and technologies.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/40ixwWe
Skills, Competence, and Experience:
Experienced.
Management Level:
None.
Day to day responsibilities:
Design and Creative Development
  • Create engaging digital assets, including websites, landing pages, social media imagery and video, email newsletters, and marketing materials.
  • Design and maintain consistent brand guidelines for internal and client use.
  • Stay updated on design trends and implement AI-assisted design techniques to improve efficiency and creativity.
  • Ensure all content reflects the brand’s tone, voice, and identity consistently across channels.
  • Craft compelling art for digital campaigns, websites, email marketing, social media, and other platforms.


Collaboration and Strategy
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, development, and content teams, to ensure design solutions align with business objectives.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions to contribute fresh ideas and innovative solutions.
  • Support strategic marketing initiatives by producing high-quality visuals that drive user engagement and conversions.

Process Improvement
  • Continuously seek opportunities to improve design processes by leveraging new tools and technologies.
  • Identify and recommend external services or software to enhance the design department’s capabilities.

Performance Analysis and Reporting
  • Track the performance of digital designs and campaigns, using insights to refine future designs.
  • Provide regular updates and reports on design projects, ensuring stakeholders are informed of progress.

Skills, Competence, and Experience
Qualifications
  • Diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in digital graphic design, preferably in an agency environment.

Core Competencies
  • Strong understanding of visual design principles, user-centered design, and brand development.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools.
  • Knowledge of motion graphics and video editing.
  • Experience with AI-driven design tools and techniques.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Technical Skills
  • Familiarity with web design principles, including HTML and CSS.
  • Experience with design tools such as Figma or Sketch.
  • Understanding of UX/UI design best practices.

Personal Attributes
  • Creative thinker with a passion for design and innovation.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude.
  • Adaptable to changing priorities and eager to learn new skills.

What Nerdware Will Bring You
  • A smart, passionate, and fun team to collaborate with.
  • A working environment where we encourage forward-thinking and nurture ideas.
  • A commitment to excellence at all levels, providing you with the tools to succeed and grow in your role.

Client:
Nerdware
Digital Account Manager
Cape Town
Digital Account Manager
As a passionate client visionary, you'll translate needs into actionable digital roadmaps, becoming a strategic mastermind who understands the designs and execution of multi-channel campaigns across diverse platforms. Embracing data as your guiding light, you'll analyse performance, discuss optimization strategies for continuous improvement, and build strong, collaborative relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication. A true trendsetter, you'll constantly seek innovative approaches and industry trends, staying ahead of the digital curve to ensure our clients' success.
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Role Description:
We seek a results-oriented Digital Account Manager to join our dynamic marketing team. In this pivotal role, you'll become a trusted advisor, crafting and executing data-driven digital strategies that elevate our client's online presence and propel their business goals.
Skills, Competence, and Experience:
  • A bachelor's degree in marketing, communication, or a related field (a digital marketing certification is a plus!).
  • Between 3-5  years of experience as a Digital Account Manager or similar role. 
  • Comprehensive understanding of digital best practices, marketing strategies, and social media management.
  • Proficiency in social media and digital platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, email marketing etc).
  • Mastery of digital marketing tools.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive client relationships.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, embracing pressure and managing time effectively.


Management Level:
Experienced
Day to day responsibilities:
  • Determining client needs by conducting in-person or electronic meetings to outline their digital goals.
  • Understanding and collaborating in the development and implementation of comprehensive digital strategy for assigned clients.
  • Overseeing the client's online presence and identifying areas of improvement.
  • Presenting effective social media strategies and training to clients when needed.
  • Analysing the effectiveness of digital strategies by tracking metrics such as customer conversion rates and cost-per-click etc.
  • Creating and maintaining positive, long-term relationships with clients to build trust.
  • Writing reports on performance on a monthly or weekly basis.
  • Acting as a point of contact for clients to address any digital management queries or concerns.
  • Keeping abreast with the digital industry.


Client:
Nerdware
AI-Driven Graphic Designer / Creative Technologist
Cape Town
AI-Driven Graphic Designer / Creative Technologist
We are seeking an innovative AI-Driven Graphic Designer / Creative Technologist to push the boundaries of design by combining creativity with cutting-edge AI tools and technologies. This role is perfect for someone passionate about integrating artificial intelligence into design processes, producing exceptional visuals, and crafting compelling digital content.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/4fYhmqU
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Role Description:
We are seeking an innovative AI-Driven Graphic Designer / Creative Technologist to push the boundaries of design by combining creativity with cutting-edge AI tools and technologies. This role is perfect for someone passionate about integrating artificial intelligence into design processes, producing exceptional visuals, and crafting compelling digital content.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/4fYhmqU
Skills, Competence, and Experience:
  • Proven experience in graphic design, with a strong portfolio showcasing a mix of traditional and AI-driven projects.
  • Proficiency with AI tools like MidJourney, DALL·E, Adobe Firefly, Runway, and similar platforms.
  • Advanced knowledge of design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) and video editing software.
  • Experience creating motion graphics and animations.
  • Strong understanding of AI trends and applications in design and content production.
  • Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • A forward-thinking and innovative mindset, with a passion for exploring the intersection of technology and design.

Salary:
The salary for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience and expertise.
Management Level:
Mid-Senior
Day to day responsibilities:
  • AI-Assisted Design Creation: Utilise AI platforms to design graphics, illustrations, and brand assets that align with client briefs and the Nerdware brand.
  • Video Content Production: Employ AI tools to create and edit videos, including motion graphics, animations, and visual effects.
  • Interactive Content Development: Design interactive and generative AI-driven content for digital campaigns.
  • Trend Monitoring: Stay updated with advancements in AI and design technologies to keep Nerdware at the forefront of innovation.
  • Workflow Optimisation: Implement AI tools to streamline creative workflows, optimise production processes, and train team members to leverage these technologies.
  • Creative Ideation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualise and execute innovative campaigns powered by AI.
Client:
Nerdware