Creative Designer at Zamara Kenya

The Assistant Designer will work closely with the Senior Designer and the Brand, Marketing & Communication team in developing, directing, and executing visual, audio, and multimedia materials for advertising, internal communications, digital platforms, and print media.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborative Design Work

• Provide day-to-day design support for marketing campaigns, digital content, social media, print collateral, and internal presentations.
• Respond promptly to ad-hoc or walk-in design requests and support project-specific creative needs.

Creative Development

• Support in crafting of high-quality, brand-aligned visual content across print and digital platforms.
• Design engaging visual assets including social media graphics, banners, ads, reports, and event materials.
• Assist in adapting and resizing existing design templates for various uses.
• Contribute to the development of infographics, branded documents, and internal communication materials.
• Maintain visual consistency and uphold Zamara’s design standards across all outputs.

Multimedia & Motion Design

• Assist in creating multimedia assets such as animations, GIFs, and short videos for digital channels.
• Perform basic video and audio editing for internal and external use.
• Retouch and edit photos for web and print publication.

Project Support

• Manage multiple design tasks, prioritizing effectively to meet deadlines.
• Actively collaborate with stakeholders to efficiently incorporate feedback and iterate on the project.
• Support video and photo shoots, including lighting setup, composition, and on-site coordination.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related creative field, accompanied by a portfolio showcasing a range of work.
• 2–3 years of experience in a graphic design or visual communication role.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Products, Apps, and Services.
• Strong layout, typography, and visual storytelling skills.
• Copywriting ability for captions, headlines, or content layout is an added advantage.
• Basic knowledge of photography and videography techniques is a plus.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to delivering polished, on-brand work.
• A proactive team player who is eager to learn, contribute ideas, and grow within a creative environment.