Graphic Designer Graduate (Durban North) at Aspen Pharma Group

In brief

**Overview** This is a full-time Graphic Designer Graduate role within the Group Communications team at Aspen Pharma Group, located in Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal. Aspen has a proud heritage dating back over 160 years, committed to sustaining life and promoting healthcare by increasing access to high-quality, affordable medicines and products. It is the largest pharmaceutical company listed on the JSE Limited, with a market capitalisation of approximately US$10 billion. This graduate position is designed to provide support to the entire Group Communications team, with no previous work experience being a mandatory requirement. **What you will do** As a Graphic Designer Graduate, you will provide support to the Group Communications Manager and the wider Group Communications team. Your responsibilities will include creating visual concepts using computer software to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate the desired audience. You will also assist with digital design production and basic technical updates for Aspen’s websites and internal intranet pages, ensuring content is on-brand, user-friendly, and accurately implemented. You will collaborate with the team to ensure design consistency across various media outlets, create compelling logos, designs, print, and digital media, and maintain awareness of current industry and technology standards, social media, competitive landscape, and market trends. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric and relevant tertiary qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Digital Design or a related field. * A strong, well-rounded portfolio (student/graduate work acceptable) demonstrating design thinking, layout, typography and digital outputs. * An on-trend collection of design references and/or work on platforms such as Behance, Pinterest and/or Instagram (web/UI examples advantageous). * Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop; XD/Figma advantageous). * Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools (PowerPoint, Word, PDF and Excel). * PC or Mac literate; basic working knowledge of HTML/CSS and/or a website CMS/intranet editing tools is advantageous. * No previous work experience is required. Student/graduate projects and/or a relevant internship at an advertising, design or digital agency is advantageous. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a highly talented Graphic Designer with strong creative skills and a portfolio showcasing their passion for Graphic Design and digital communication. While no previous work experience is required, relevant internship or portfolio experience is advantageous. Applicants should have foundational knowledge in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, with Adobe XD and/or Figma being advantageous. A basic understanding of HTML and CSS, exposure to website CMS and/or intranet page editing (e.g., SharePoint), and a good understanding of social media and social media marketing are beneficial. Essential is an understanding of design principles including layout, colour, contrast, typography, scale, and composition, along with working knowledge of digital design best practices (responsive layouts, optimisation for screen, basic accessibility awareness). An understanding of print best practices is advantageous. The role suits someone who enjoys variety, creativity, possesses an inquiring mind, and is highly organised. The candidate should be keen to grow with the company and participate in the evolution of its creative offering, comfortable in a team environment with free idea exchange, and able to interpret broad concepts into practical design outputs. Key attributes include good communication and interpersonal skills, excellent self-management and time management, enthusiasm for a fast-moving environment, high creativity and focus, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. Initiative, reliability, good problem-solving, multi-tasking skills, user-focus, and the confidence to articulate new ideas are also valued. Dedication, a high sense of accountability, and the ability to produce quality results under pressure are important. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, conceptual thinking, typography, graphic design skills, experience with desktop publishing tools, and layout skills are expected. An understanding of photography, videography, lighting, sound recording, animation skills, knowledge in UI design, illustration skills, or photography skills are considered advantageous. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/graphic-designer-graduate-durban-north-aspen-pharma-group Source: myjobmag

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