Senior Visual Communications Designer (Stellenbosch)

ENVIRONMENT:

A highly talented Senior Visual Communications Designer is sought by a provider of cutting-edge solutions in the Aerospace industry to bring complex satellite technologies to life through clear, impactful visual storytelling across marketing, sales, and product communication. You will lead the end-to-end development of high-quality visual content, from concept to final execution, including technical visualisations, marketing collateral, digital content, video, and motion graphics. The ideal candidate will possess a Degree/Diploma in Visual Communication/Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, or related field with proven experience acting as a primary design resource with proficiency in industry-standard design tools (Adobe Creative Suite or similar). Applicants will be expected to submit a strong portfolio demonstrating technical visualisation, brand design, marketing collateral, and digital or multimedia content.

 

DUTIES:

Technical Visualisation –

• Translate complex engineering concepts and satellite technologies into clear visual communication, including product diagrams, system architecture graphics, infographics, and technical illustrations.

Creative Design & Brand Stewardship –

• Develop and maintain high-quality visual assets across marketing, sales, and internal communication while ensuring consistent application of the brand identity and creative standards.

Marketing & Sales Enablement Content –

• Design marketing collateral such as presentations, brochures, case studies, campaign visuals, and conference materials that support marketing initiatives and commercial activities.

Multimedia & Video Content –

• Create and support multimedia outputs including motion graphics, video content, and digital visuals, contributing to the development and management of the online content presence.

Creative Project Ownership –

• Act as the primary design resource within the Marketing team, managing and executing creative requests from concept through to final delivery while ensuring quality, alignment, and timely completion.

Supplier & Production Coordination –

• Liaise with external suppliers for design-related production, including branded merchandise and print materials, managing purchasing coordination where required.

Strategic Message Translation –

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to translate strategic messaging and technical value propositions into clear, engaging visual storytelling suited to a specialised technology audience.

Team Collaboration & Support –

• Work closely with internal stakeholders, while providing guidance to junior members to ensure consistent, high-quality design outputs.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications –

• Degree or Diploma in Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, or related field.

Experience/Skills –

• Proven experience in an Intermediate to Senior Design role, acting as a primary design resource within a Marketing or Communications function.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating technical visualisation, brand design, marketing collateral, and digital or multimedia content.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools (Adobe Creative Suite or similar).
• Ability to manage creative projects from concept through to final delivery, including coordination with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Strong ability to translate complex or technical messaging into clear and engaging visual communication.

Advantageous –

• Experience producing video, motion graphics, or multimedia content for digital platforms.
• Experience working in B2B, Technology, Engineering, Aerospace, or other technical industries.

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