Require a Senior Graphic Designer in Gweru,Zimbabwe

-Oversee all design projects, from conception to delivery e.g., Annual Reports, Strategic Plans, Proposals, Budgets, Branding etc. -Design original pieces, including illustrations and infographics for every new high profile university design work. -Supervise interns, responsible for assigning tasks, overseeing and coaching on creative process, and ensuring on-time delivery of projects.

-Review junior designers’ work to ensure quality and brand consistency across all platforms. -Communicate and facilitate the art direction and formatting of design deliverables and produce necessary communications pieces in both print and digital environments for a wide range of university business. -Design the main visuals for the university brand/s e.

g., brand identity and billboards. -Generate ideas to portray concepts and advertise products/services incorporating international design standards and aligning to the MSU brand. -Maintain brand consistency throughout all university marketing projects. -Deliver design work for other university subdivisions while liaising with key persons.

-Manage production of all print pieces from conception to completion-Stay up-to-date with industry developments and tools that enhance graphic design output, brand image and consistency. *NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

-Bachelor’s degree in Media/Multimedia/Graphic Design -A Master’s Degree in Visual Arts/Media is an added advantage -5+ years of professional graphic design experience in an in-house creative department -Proven experience in both digital and print design -Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Ps, Ai, ID, Pr, Ae) -Strong understanding of typography, colour theory, and layout design -Experience with video editing software and motion graphics is a plus -Strong creative, organisational, problem solving and time-management skills.

-Experience in designing graphic assets like logos, icons, illustrations, or patterns for different university brand requirements.