1. Position Purpose
We are looking for a young, vibrant, creative and highly energetic Graphic Designer to join our team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating bold, trendy and engaging visual content that reflects our client brand nightlife atmosphere and entertainment experience.
We are looking for someone who understands what is currently trending on Instagram, TikTok and other social media platforms, and who can turn ideas into eye-catching content that attracts customers and drives engagement.
2. Key Responsibilities
- Design creative and visually appealing posters, flyers and digital advertisements.
- Create promotional artwork for DJs, artists, live performances, themed events and weekend activations.
- Develop social media graphics for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and other platforms.
- Create content promoting food, drinks, cocktails, shisha/hubbly and special offers.
- Develop creative campaigns for events, public holidays and special occasions.
- Create Instagram Stories, Reels covers and other digital content.
- Assist with photography and short-form video content during events where required.
- Edit photographs and videos for social media.
- Ensure all designs are consistent with companies brand identity.
- Keep up to date with current social media, design, fashion, music and nightlife trends.
- Work closely with management and the events team to develop creative promotional concepts.
- Produce designs within strict deadlines, including urgent and short-notice promotional material.
- Contribute fresh ideas to increase the lounge's visibility, customer traffic and social media engagement.
3. Minimum Requirements
- 2–3 years' proven experience as a Graphic Designer.
- Relevant qualification in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Marketing or a related field will be advantageous.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating previous graphic design work.
- Experience creating content specifically for social media.
- Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and/or other professional design software.
- Experience with photography and video editing will be an advantage.
- Previous experience in hospitality, nightlife, entertainment, events or lifestyle brands will be highly advantageous.
4. The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Young, vibrant and energetic.
- Extremely creative and full of fresh ideas.
- Passionate about design, entertainment, music and nightlife.
- Social-media savvy and familiar with current trends.
- Confident and able to bring creative ideas to life.
- Fast, organised and able to work under pressure.
- Able to meet tight deadlines.
- A strong communicator and team player.
- Proactive and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Flexible and willing to work evenings, weekends and selected events when required.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic lounge environment.
5. Key Performance Areas
The successful candidate will be assessed on:
- Quality and creativity of designs.
- Timely delivery of promotional material.
- Social media content quality and consistency.
- Creativity and innovation.
- Contribution to event marketing campaigns.
- Brand consistency.
- Social media engagement generated through creative content.
- Ability to respond to urgent promotional requirements.
- Professionalism and teamwork.
6. Portfolio Requirement
A portfolio is compulsory.
Applicants must provide examples of previous work, particularly:
- Event posters;
- Nightlife/entertainment designs;
- Social media campaigns;
- Instagram and TikTok content;
- Restaurant/hospitality promotions;
- Branding projects; and
- Photography or video content.
7. Working Environment
This is a fast-paced, creative and entertainment-driven environment. The successful candidate must be comfortable working around events, DJs, artists, nightlife promotions and last-minute marketing requirements.
The candidate may be required to work evenings, weekends and public holidays depending on the lounge's event schedule.
8. Application
Interested candidates should submit:
- Updated CV;
- Portfolio of previous work;
- Relevant qualifications/certificates; and
- Examples of social media content created.
Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements and submit a portfolio will be considered.
Pay: R7 000,00 - R9 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
