Integrated Designer

Established in 2004,
OLIVER
is the world's first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of
The Brandtech Group
, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our
AI solutions
enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role:
Integrated Designer (12 months FTC)

Location:
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

About The Role
Working in partnership with our client, we are seeking an Integrated Designer based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, who will be responsible for creating cohesive design solutions across multiple channels and platforms while building strong relationships with team members.
The role involves developing multidisciplinary design principles, user experience, and systems thinking
, serving as the creative vision behind integrated campaigns that span digital, print, and social media touchpoints.

Reporting to the Creative Lead/Traffic Manager, you will collaborate with a team of 18 professionals across various disciplines. You'll be supported by the Group Account Director, Account Director/Content Team Lead and Social Media Manager in delivering exceptional creative outcomes that drive business results.

What You Will Be Doing

• Work collaboratively with the team to develop integrated creative solutions that meet brand objectives and resonate with target audiences
• Design creative campaigns across many different media channels so that they all work together cohesively
• Create compelling visual identities, campaigns, and brand communications across digital and traditional platforms
• Facilitate creative collaboration between internal teams
• Contribute to new business development through innovative, creative solutions and presentations
• Manage design projects end-to-end with clear communication on creative direction, milestones, and deliverables
• Develop comprehensive brand guidelines and ensure consistency across all client touchpoints
• Serve as the creative liaison throughout project lifecycles, translating client briefs into practical design solutions
• Continuously evaluate design trends and emerging technologies to recommend innovative approaches
• Review creative assets and provide quality control to ensure all outputs meet brand standards and objectives
• Ensure creative deliverables align with budget constraints and timeline requirements
• Produce high-quality digital reports, corporate decks, presentations, and various graphic designs
• Work across integrated marketing campaigns spanning social media, web, print, and experiential channels

What You Need To Be Great In This Role

• A minimum of 4 years industry experience with a top-quality portfolio including brand identity, campaigns, print and digital design
• Strong background in multidisciplinary design principles, user experience, and systems thinking
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects and Premiere Pro) and presentation software
• Well-versed working across branding/campaigns and web design, with motion/video editing skills.
• Exceptional creative problem-solving abilities with strong conceptual thinking skills
• Excellent client engagement abilities with proven skills in presenting and defending creative concepts
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple brands simultaneously while maintaining creative consistency
• Capability to develop and implement brand guidelines and design systems
• Strong typography, layout, and visual communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including strategists, copywriters, and developers
• Comprehensive understanding of digital platforms, social media, and emerging design technologies
• Experience integrating with client-side teams while maintaining high-quality creative standards
• Knowledge of print production processes and digital asset optimisation
• Experience in the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) sector preferred

Req ID: 14781

Our Values Shape Everything We Do
Be
Ambitious
to succeed

Be
Imaginative
to push the boundaries of what's possible

Be
Inspirational
to do groundbreaking work

Be
always learning and listening
to understand

Be
Results-focused
to exceed expectations

Be
actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist
across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER,
a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.
OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.