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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're building marketplace sustainable ecosystems that millions of people depend on every month – to buy and sell cars, find homes, land jobs, and trade secondhand goods. It's commerce that matters: safe, smart, and environmentally responsible.
We do this with courage to innovate, commitment to outcomes, collaboration across 50+ nationalities and 7 markets, and a customer-led approach that puts real people first. Add a desire to win – and you get a culture that's ambitious, fast-moving, and built on trust.
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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.
Multimedia Design
To conceptualise and craft fresh art direction for all target markets in the business, including internal, consumer and dealer markets
Be the custodian of the brand guidelines
Interpret creative briefs and be able to develop a suitable concept and art direction
Liaise 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 accordingly
Develop, enhance and execute a cohesive creative strategy toward the business goals of the business
Strong ability to design for web, mobile and social media
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Strong ability to creatively edit film footage and create bespoke After Effects
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Strong ability to edit audio and apply sound effects
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Experienced in the application and customisation of video templates
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Experience in utilising AI features to improve ideation/design turnaround
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Ability to assist with user interface designs
Internal
To conceptualise and prepare designs for all internal communication within the business
Conceptualise & design electronic mailers
Create innovative videos using Adobe Premiere Pro / After Effects and/or DaVinci Resolve to support campaigns
Design internal communication for new processes and changes in the business
Design & assist with executing communication for internal fun days
Conceptualise & design the company CI and logos, and create the supporting corporate stationery
Execute briefs from all corners of the business, including sales, HR, marketing, etc.
Dealer
To conceptualise and prepare designs for all dealer communication within the business
Conceptualise and design unique ideas for all sales collateral across all brands
Liaise with and prepare correct print files for printers as per spec
Design infographics, mailers, monthly statistics, folders, sales packs, rate cards, detailers, etc., to support the sales teams and dealer communication
Design digital invites for various events
Create innovative videos using Adobe Creative Cloud / DaVinci Resolve
Consumer
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 events
Design billboards to support above-the-line campaigns
Design elements for our social media platforms
Ability to design event support assets, e.g. stand design, wobblers, lightbox stand artwork, digital screen videos, point of sales
Excellent working knowledge of the following programmes:
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Google Web Designer
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Ability to multitask and be a creative and out-of-the-box thinker
Work under pressure to meet deadlines
Articulate with good command of the English language, as well as excellent written communication skills
MS Office / Slack / Zoom
Excellent understanding of the digital marketing environment and Social Media
About AutoTrader
We 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. We hire for culture and train for skill" @George Mienie, AutoTrader CEO
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