Administrative Assistant III: Graphic Design & Photography (P11) (Johannesburg Business School) 3-Year Fixed Term Contract (Re-advert)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
- The Marketing Department at the Johannesburg Business School (JBS) is actively recruiting for an Administrative Assistant III: Graphic Design & Photography to join its dynamic team (three-years fixed-term contract)
- We are looking for a talented entry-level Graphic Designer to join our creative digital team. In this role, you will help with the design and creation of digital marketing material for social media and other platforms, as well as photography assignments for events and other initiatives from time to time.
- The ideal incumbent should be familiar with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and other relevant graphic design software and technologies, and should be able to produce high-quality material within reasonable deadlines.
- The role will report to the Marketing Coordinator with a dotted reporting line to the Director: Executive Education & Programmes.
- Design of digital images and other digital marketing copy.
- Contribution to decisions around layouts, typography, and photography in close consultation with the line manager.
- Contribution to market research from time to time.
- Adhering to project guidelines, processes, and deadlines.
- Uploading of project information on the designated software for workload management purposes.
- Photography assignments from time to time to cover special events and other creative initiatives.
Minimum requirements
- A National Diploma or equivalent NQF-6 qualification in graphic design, communication design, or digital art.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant job-related experience.
- Six to twelve months’ experience as an intern or freelance graphic designer and photographer.
- Working knowledge or familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign and Photoshop.
- Basic knowledge of photography and relevant editing tools.
- Attention to detail and a flair for the creative.
- Accountability and ownership of the design process in line with client expectations.
- Ability to execute with high attention to detail.
- Resilience and adaptability to work across complex programmes.
- Must be creative, adaptable to trends, and able to conceptualise original ideas.
- Must be proactive with good communication skills.
- Must be able to work well in a high-performance and exciting working environment.
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
