Social Media Designer and Content Creator

Location: Longmeadow Business Park, Modderfontein, Johannesburg

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Human Resources Manager

About Us:

SMD Technologies is a leading importer and distributor committed to bringing a diverse range of high-quality products to the South African market. Our portfolio includes not only tech brands but also furniture, baby goods, and other categories. We focus on both our proprietary brands as well as internationally renowned brands, striving for excellence and innovation across all sectors we serve. Our expanding e-commerce team is dedicated to driving growth and enhancing the online presence of our varied products.

Are you ready to bring your creative flair to a dynamic team? We are looking for an exceptional Social Media Designer / Content Creator to enhance our digital marketing initiatives with fresh, impactful designs.

What You'll Do:

Craft Compelling Brand Assets: Design everything from brand campaign visuals to polished presentations that resonate with our audience.

Elevate Social Media Presence: Create standout image assets and engaging content for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and beyond.

Produce Engaging Videos: Develop captivating videos for reels and TikToks, utilising your storytelling prowess to make our messages come alive.

Design for Digital and Email Campaigns: Create graphics for email campaigns and various digital ads, including banners and social media advertisements.

Animate with Style: Bring motion to your creations with animated GIFs and videos, adding an extra layer of engagement to our digital narratives.

Be a Creative Problem Solver: Independently navigate design challenges and innovate within brand guidelines.

Manage Multiple Priorities: Juggle various accounts and projects efficiently, maintaining high-quality output under tight deadlines.

What Were Looking For:

Proven Experience: You have a solid background in social media, graphic design, and video creation.

Visual Storytelling Expertise: Your designs effectively communicate stories and connect emotionally with viewers.

Deep Understanding of Social Media: You know the best practices for engaging digital audiences across different platforms.

Technical Mastery: Skilled in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, AfterEffects, Indesign) and proficient in PowerPoint, Word, PDF, and Excel.

Ability to Thrive Under Pressure: Youre comfortable working in a demanding environment where deadlines are tight and stakes are high.

Important Note:

Include a portfolio with your application to showcase your design and video creation skills. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.