Visual Communications Designer; Mid-Weight - Morningside

An established Advertising Agency is looking for a Visual Communications Designer to drive how ideas are brought to life across presentations, digital platforms, social media, and short-form video.

This is a hands-on, creative role for someone who enjoys turning concepts into clear, compelling visual stories. You’ll work closely with content and leadership teams, owning visual communication from idea through to execution, and playing a key role in shaping how the brand presents itself commercially and creatively.

Visual Storytelling & Brand Expression

• Own the visual expression of ideas across all platforms
• Ensure consistency in design, tone, and visual language
• Act as a visual brand custodian, refining and elevating existing materials

Presentations & Narrative Design

• Create high-impact PowerPoint and Prezi presentations for pitches, internal communication, and commercial use
• Translate complex ideas into structured, visually engaging narratives
• Design with clarity, hierarchy, and purpose

Web & Digital Design

• Build, update, and maintain websites using Word Press and Elementor
• Translate brand and messaging into effective digital layouts
• Ensure usability, consistency, and responsiveness

Social Media & Short-Form Content

• Create visual and video content for social media platforms
• Manage and maintain social media accounts
• Adapt content for different platforms while maintaining a cohesive visual identity

Video & AI-Driven Content

• Create short, commercial-style video content using AI tools
• Explore new formats, tools, and workflows
• Stay current with emerging trends in AI-assisted content creation

From Concept to Delivery

• Take loosely defined or high-level ideas and turn them into:
• Clear presentations
• Engaging short-form video
• Effective social media visuals
• Work independently from brief to final output

• 3–5 years’ experience in a Visual Communications Designer or similar role
• Diploma or higher qualification in Visual Communication, Design, or a related field
• Strong portfolio demonstrating visual clarity, storytelling, and consistency
• Advanced PowerPoint skills (Prezi experience advantageous)
• Hands-on experience with Word Press and Elementor
• Experience creating content for social media platforms
• Comfort using AI tools for creative output, particularly video
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

Level

Mid-weight

Remuneration

R25,000 - R30,000

Why This Role

This role offers the chance to work inside a creative media environment where visual communication is central to how ideas are sold, shared, and scaled. You’ll have autonomy, variety, and the opportunity to make work that is seen, used, and valued.