JOB PURPOSE

The Graphic Designer, Videographer and Photographer interprets the response as needed for PSH projects to convey printed and digital messages to communities and targeted audiences PSH is trying to reach. Using digital software to create visuals that will captivate and inspire the target audiences in PSH projects. This post plays a crucial part in the PSH Communications Unit to ensure that the messages and marketing of PSH is effectively communicated.

 

REPORTS TO

Communications Manager

 

OFFICE LOCATION

PSH Head Office, Parow Industrial, Cape Town

 

START DATE

01 August 2023

 

 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Using digital software to create visuals of the brief and/or concept note based on PSH’s needs and vision.

 

• Keeping budget, time and production constraints in mind.

 

• Preparing mock-ups and presenting it to the Communications Manager, Project Managers and Programme Manager before deciding on a final design/concept.

 

• Editing proofs to the projects’ specifications and getting approval before finalising artwork.

 

• Working and collaborating with PSH’s Programme Manager and other internal management structures.

 

• Adapting and rolling out approved concepts as requested for each project.

 

• Adhering to a PSH’s brand identity and different funders' guidelines.

 

• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders about the progress of projects and any other matters that may arise.

 

• Making sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format, sizes and colour codes before being sent to press and production facilities.

 

• Work on multiple briefs and/or concept notes at the same time.

 

• Perform additional and ad-hoc tasks that are required in the organisation from time to time.

 

• Endorsing the organisation through actively participating in discussions on PSH’s social media platforms and “liking” new posts.

 

• Submit monthly and interim reports to the Communications Manager.

 

• Attend regular meetings with the Communications Manager and CEO when requested.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

 

• Grade 12.

 

• Tertiary qualification such as National Diploma/Degree in Graphic Art /Design or any related creative field.

 

• Formal training/certification in the use of Adobe’s Creative Cloud will be advantages (i.e. Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, Premiere Pro, Media Encoder, Premiere Rush, After Effects, etc.).

 

• Computer literate in Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint).

 

• Experience in Sexual and Reproductive and Health Rights (SRHR) field is non-negotiable.

 

• Good organisational and administration skills.

 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English as the primary language.

 

• Ability to manage multiple targets and priorities and develop own goals.

 

• Good leadership skills.

 

• Valid driver’s license.

 

 

KEY COMPETENCIES

 

• Creativity and originality.

 

• Media production, communication, and dissemination techniques.

 

• Research skills.

 

• Creativity and imagination.

 

• Ability to take instructions and work within a team environment.

 

• Working odd hours.

 

• Be flexible and willing to travel (locally) extensively at short notice.

 

 

Interested persons for the above position are requested to submit the below resources:

• A detailed CV including three referees.

• Cover letter indicating educational background, experience, skills and why you think you are the best candidate for the position

• Your portfolio including:

  • 1 x poster or flyer you designed.

  • 1 x short animated video that you created about a social issue (2 minutes or less). Your name should appear in the video as part of the credits.

  • 1 x publication you designed. Your name should appear in the publication as part of the credits.

  • 3 x photos professionally taken by you of any event.

 

Email to: [email protected] and hamlet@psh.org.za

 

Closing Date:  Friday, 21 July 2023

 

Competitive remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate. PSH is an equal opportunity employer.  

 

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged. If we do not contact you within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

 

PSH reserves the right not to make an appointment to this advertised post and candidates will have no legitimate expectation or automatic right to the position.

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