Junior Multimedia Designer

SUMMARY:
A creative branding agency in Kloof, Durban is looking for a passionate Junior Multimedia Designer to join their team.

If you love creating engaging social media reels and video content, this is your chance to work alongside designers and strategists to bring campaign ideas to life while growing your skills in a fast-paced agency environment.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and responsibilities: 

• Edit and produce engaging short-form video content for social media, including reels and other digital formats, ensuring content aligns with current campaigns and brand guidelines.
• Work closely with the Lead Designer, Strategist, and Copywriterto ensure video content supports overall brand direction and campaign messaging.
• Adapt and repurpose existing campaign creative into video-first content for social media platforms, maintaining consistency in look, tone, and messaging.
• Assist with the basic layout and preparation of digital creative assetswhen required, particularly for social media and other digital platforms. 
• Maintain clear folder structures and organised project filesfor video editing workflows, maintaining folder structures that keep assets safe and links intact.
• Implement feedback efficiently, demonstrating the ability to apply constructive criticism and refine work accordingly. 
• Support the creative team with basic motion graphics, titles, and simple animationsfor video content.
• Opportunity to attend photoshoots or video shootsas experience grows. Skills in phone video shooting either handheld or with a gimbal/stand are an advantage.

• Up to 3 years’ experience as a Junior Multimedia Designer or in a related role.
• Relevant degree or diploma qualification in Multimedia Design.
• Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). 
• Proficient in After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Understanding of sound design, video timing/pace, and rules of animation.
• Good knowledge and passion/interest in e-comms and social media design.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Fast and efficient and have incredible attention to detail.
• Must be highly organised and remain composed under pressure.
• Must be a team player.