Graphic Designer

Location: Hybrid – Johannesburg
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Marketing | Design | Financial Services

About the Role

Waters Edge Solutions is partnering with a leading financial services company to recruit a creative and detail-oriented Junior to Mid-Level Graphic Designer. In this role, you'll contribute to a wide range of visual content across digital and print, working as part of a collaborative marketing team. If you’re passionate about branding, design, and communication—and thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment—this is an excellent opportunity to make a direct impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality marketing materials, including social media graphics, presentations, brochures, and reports.

• Support brand consistency across all channels and ensure adherence to corporate identity.

• Prepare print-ready artwork and liaise with suppliers and printers.

• Assist with concept development for campaigns, internal communications, and events.

• Provide design input during brainstorming sessions and support marketing deliverables.

• Maintain accuracy in copy and layout, including English proofreading and resizing.

• Contribute to visual innovation across web, social, and internal platforms.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a graphic design role

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

• Experience using Canva, Figma, or other collaborative design tools

• Strong skills in layout, typography, and digital/print production

• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects

• Excellent time management and communication skills

• Familiarity with Mac OS and Microsoft Office

Nice to Have

• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS

• Video editing and animation experience

• UX/UI design exposure

• Knowledge of the South African media landscape and audience demographics

• English proofreading skills

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to work on a high-impact brand in a professional marketing team

• Hybrid working model based in Cape Town

• Exposure to cross-channel campaigns and a wide range of design mediums

• A creative, supportive, and fast-paced environment

• Clear growth path and mentorship from senior creatives

Company Culture

Our client values professionalism, creativity, and collaboration. The team fosters a positive, productive work environment where quality and innovation go hand in hand. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, challenge the status quo, and take ownership of their work. With strong internal culture and a clear brand direction, this is a great place for designers looking to grow within a purpose-driven organisation.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.