Job Purpose
The Freelance Graphic Designer will be responsible for delivering creative, innovative, and professional graphic design services to support the entity’s marketing, communication and branding objectives. The incumbent will ensure that all visual material is of high quality, aligned with the brand identity, and delivered within set deadlines.
This is a twelve (12) month fixed-term freelance contract, commencing 01st October 2025 and ending on 30th September 2026 the appointed individual will report directly to the Marketing and Communications Manager.
Responsibilities
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Conceptualise and design creative content for entity digital platforms, print, social media, and event branding.
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Develop brand aligned graphics, illustrations, infographics, and layouts.
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Design and prepare promotional material, reports, and presentations.
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Collaborate with the communications and marketing team to deliver campaigns.
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Ensure timely delivery of projects in line with deadlines and briefs.
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Maintain consistency of branding and visual identity across platforms.
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Stay updated with current design trends and tools.
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Ensuring consistent, effective and impactful visual messaging across various platforms
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Leading the creation of guidelines on how Logos and other branding materials should be displayed and used
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Conceptualise and design creative content for entity digital platforms, print, social media, and event branding.
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Develop brand aligned graphics, illustrations, infographics, and layouts.
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Design and prepare promotional material, reports, and presentations.
-
Collaborate with the communications and marketing team to deliver campaigns.
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Ensure timely delivery of projects in line with deadlines and briefs.
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Maintain consistency of branding and visual identity across platforms.
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Stay updated with current design trends and tools.
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Ensuring consistent, effective and impactful visual messaging across various platforms
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Leading the creation of guidelines on how Logos and other branding materials should be displayed and used
Minimum Requirements
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Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro).
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Strong understanding of layout, typography, and visual communication principles.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver within deadlines.
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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Knowledge of social media content design and digital marketing will be advantageous
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Photography and video editing skills will be considered an added advantage.
Notes and Application Procedure
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following:
•A detailed CV;
•Copies of qualifications;
•Copy of Driver’s License;
•3 x Reference letters from clients, or 3x Reference letters from previous employers; and
•A portfolio showcasing relevant design work (On a marked memory stick).
Applications may be submitted via email to jobs@mmabana.org.za or by post, or hand delivered to the address stated below. Applications submitted via other methods will not be considered.
Please submit your application to:
Attention: The Senior Manager: Corporate Services
Mmabana Arts, Culture and Sport Foundation
Private Bag X33
MMABATHO
2735
Physical Address:
101 James Moroka Drive
MMABATHO
2735
For any enquiries please contact: Mr. Collins Gopane at 072 687 7251
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The entity reserves the right not to make an appointment.