Graphic Designer at Sokowatch

Key Responsibilities

• Define and create a visual identity as an extension of the brand (logo, illustrations, icons, colors, typography, animations, etc.)
• Design or redesign an identity for a product, a brand…
• Lead the design process for packaging materials for products, including brainstorming, sketching and creating prototypes
• Stay abreast of consumer, market trends and competition for packaging materials and to ensure brands and packaging are constantly up to Company’s standards and customer audience with a clear ability to deliver impact on the market
• Evaluate design briefs received to understand requirements and budgets.
• Conceptualize and execute creative print design ideas, including visuals for packaging and trade marketing by collaborating with all stakeholders internally to create eye-catching designs
• Liaising with suppliers and service providers to ensure proofs are of good quality and in line with production specifications
• Ensure projects are delivered in a timely and cost-efficient manner
• Redesigns prototypes based on feedback

Key skills and competencies

• Degree/diploma in Design, Fine Arts or related field
• Prior experience as a Graphic Designer as well as a strong portfolio of sample projects preferably agency experience (marketing, design or advertising)
• Hands on experience with logo design, typography, color, web layout design, print production, photography, and more.
• Proven experience designing packaging preferably in FMCG
• Good knowledge of tools such as (but not limited to) the Adobe creative suite and 3D design software
• Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced sales environment
• Strong oral, written communication & presentation skills.
• Effectively communicate conceptual ideas and design rationale.
• Team player with strong communication and presentation skills.
• Must love working with people and cross cultural teams
• You have a good understanding of packaging health and safety regulations
• Boundless creativity, endless curiosity, strong sense of aesthetics and a keen eye for detail