Graphics Designer – Nairobi – Five Talents Africa

1. Are you a SELF-STARTER and a CREATIVE GRAPHICS DESIGNER?
2. Can you propel our Client towards its vision of being the preferred Printing Partner for Businesses in the Region?

If you answered YES to the above 2 questions and did not submit an application to the first call, kindly proceed below and submit your application.

The Role: This Role requires a mature individual who can design solutions to meet our Client’s wide range of customers within set timelines and budget.

The individual should be a good listener and detail oriented to ensure the clients’ needs are well captured & approved before production.

Responsibilities
Meet clients to discuss their needs and provide relevant advise
Proof read work before presenting to ensure high quality delivery at all times
Work with team members to execute a project from design until production stage
Use technology when required to save on costs and time
Keep abreast of emerging technologies in the design industry
Provide quotations for clients giving realistic estimated times to complete the work
Allocate time based on job value
Conduct research where necessary & creatively think to produce new concepts and ideas
Ensure that the deliverables are of highest quality by working closely with printers

Educational Level / Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphics Design is advantageous
Diploma in Graphics design
A Portfolio featuring recent work undertaken
Highly competent in Adobe CS5 & above with emphasis to InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver as well as working knowledge of CorelDraw. Working knowledge of other programs e.g. QuarkXPress, FreeHand, 3Ds Max, Flash is an added advantage.
At least 2 years working experience continuously in the field.

Competencies / Skills
Self-driven & organized individual with good time management skills and professional approach to deadlines and costs.
Excellent Computer skills with working knowledge of design and photo-editing software
An Innovative, creative and detail oriented individual
A proactive team player who can effectively accomplish projects within set timelines and work well with colleagues, suppliers and clients.
Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines
A diplomatic individual with excellent communication and customer service skills

If you are interested & confident that you meet the outlined Qualifications and Skills, send your detailed CV & Portfolio with 3 Professional Referees & cover letter to recruit@fivetalentsafrica.com by Friday, 31st July, 2015

NB: Indicate your Current and Expected Salary.

Clearly indicate the position title on the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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