Multimedia Designer

WELCOME TO OLXIf you have a vision and are passionate about the same things we are, we'd love to meet you!At AutoTrader, we put much effort into creating an environment that will produce world-class solutions. We allow team members to take ownership of their work and see it through from beginning to end whilst drawing on the team's collective experience. As a team, we discuss problems, brainstorm, and settle on the best solution.Based in Randburg, Johannesburg, we are affiliated with the global OLX organization.We are always on the lookout for ambitious and passionate people to join our team.At OLX, we work together to build a more sustainable world through trade.We make it safe, smart, and convenient to buy and sell cars, find housing, get jobs, buy and sell household goods, and more. Our colleagues around the world help to serve millions of people around the world every month, through its well-loved consumer brands including OLX, Otodom, AutoTrader, Property24.Join OLX and see how far you can go.We are looking for a digital multimedia designer who enjoys generating innovative ideas, possesses a strong ability to craft those ideas into fresh, contemporary designs suited primarily to the digital arena, as well as full-through-the-line campaigns. The successful applicant will be involved in creating and executing effective design campaigns across multiple platforms for all target markets, including internal, consumer, and dealer audiences, within tight deadlines. You need to be self-motivated, thrive under pressure, have a keen eye for detail, and have the ability to multitask, while actively embracing our core business philosophy.ResponsibilitiesMultimedia Design To conceptualise and craft fresh art direction for all target markets in the business, including internal, consumer and dealer marketsBe the custodian of the brand guidelines Interpret creative briefs and be able to develop a suitable concept and art directionLiaise with internal teams and agencies to ensure continuity of delivery within agreed time frames Understanding of current design trends, including digital (web, mobile, e-mail) and social media design Understand brand personability and translate the brand message accordinglyDevelop, enhance and execute a cohesive creative strategy toward the business goals of the business Strong ability to design for web, mobile and social media Strong ability to creatively edit film footage and create bespoke After Effects Strong ability to edit audio and apply sound effects Experienced in the application and customisation of video templates Experience in utilising AI features to improve ideation/design turnaround Ability to assist with user interface designsInternalTo conceptualise and prepare designs for all internal communication within the businessConceptualise & design electronic mailers Create innovative videos using Adobe Premiere Pro / After Effects and/or DaVinci Resolve to support campaignsDesign internal communication for new processes and changes in the businessDesign & assist with executing communication for internal fun daysConceptualise & design the company CI and logos, and create the supporting corporate stationeryExecute briefs from all corners of the business, including sales, HR, marketing, etc.DealerTo conceptualise and prepare designs for all dealer communication within the businessConceptualise and design unique ideas for all sales collateral across all brandsLiaise with and prepare correct print files for printers as per specDesign infographics, mailers, monthly statistics, folders, sales packs, rate cards, detailers, etc., to support the sales teams and dealer communicationDesign digital invites for various eventsCreate innovative videos using Adobe Creative Cloud / DaVinci ResolveConsumer Create online display advertising campaigns by designing creative elements that promote our brand across various online platforms, including desktop, tablet, and mobile. Google Web Designer experience is beneficial.Craft and edit videos that promote our brand at various shows and eventsDesign billboards to support above-the-line campaignsDesign elements for our social media platformsAbility to design event support assets, e.g. stand design, wobblers, lightbox stand artwork, digital screen videos, point of salesKnowledgeExcellent working knowledge of the following programmes: Adobe Premiere ProAdobe After EffectsAdobe PhotoshopAdobe InDesignAdobe IllustratorGoogle Web DesignerSkillsAbility to multitask and be a creative and out-of-the-box thinkerWork under pressure to meet deadlinesArticulate with good command of the English language, as well as excellent written communication skillsMS Office / Slack / ZoomExcellent understanding of the digital marketing environment and Social MediaAttitude ConceptualDeadline drivenOrganisedPro-activeSelf-motivatedWalk the extra mileTeam playerThe ability to be discreetSpecial RequirementsAbility to cope with a fast-paced environmentOccasional work late hours on deadlines when requiredAbout AutoTraderWe are committed to creating a trusted, safe and transparent vehicle e-commerce marketplace that empowers, enables and improves the lifestyles of those we connect while taking the Road Less Traveled."We recruit people who share our values. 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