Graphic Designer and Marketing Specialist

Duroplastic Head Office is looking for a creative, energetic, and results-driven Graphic Designer & Marketing Specialist to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about visual storytelling, digital marketing, and social media engagement, and who can transform ideas into compelling marketing campaigns that strengthen our brand and drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design

• Design high-quality marketing materials for both print and digital platforms.
• Create brochures, flyers, advertisements, presentations, banners, social media graphics, and other promotional content.
• Develop engaging visual content for websites, email campaigns, digital advertising, and social media channels.
• Ensure all designs align with company branding and visual identity standards.
• Motion graphics and video editing

Digital Marketing

• Assist in planning and implementing digital marketing campaigns.
• Create, schedule, and optimize content across digital platforms.
• Manage website content and ensure information remains current and engaging.
• Support SEO, email marketing, online advertising, and lead-generation initiatives.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Social Media Management

• Manage the company's social media presence across multiple platforms.
• Create and publish engaging content that increases brand awareness and audience engagement.
• Monitor social media channels daily and respond professionally to comments, messages, reviews, and customer enquiries.
• Track audience engagement, monitor online conversations, and manage customer feedback.
• Generate performance reports and recommend strategies to improve reach and engagement.

Marketing Support

• Assist with marketing campaigns, promotional activities, exhibitions, and events.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Develop marketing content that effectively communicates the company's products and services.
• Liaise with external suppliers, printers, agencies, and service providers when required.
• Marketing stock management

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, Multimedia Design, or a related field.
• 2–5 years' experience in graphic design, digital marketing, and social media management.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design and marketing projects.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva and Corel Draw
• Experience managing social media platforms and digital marketing campaigns.
• Knowledge of SEO, email marketing, social media analytics, and content management systems.
• Photography, videography, and video-editing skills will be advantageous.
• 3D design and visualization will be advantageous.
• Drivers licence

Key Competencies

• Creative and innovative thinker.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Customer-focused with excellent relationship management skills.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brackenfell, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Are you a South African citizen?
• What is your expected monthly salary should you be successful?
• What would your notice period be?
• What is the reason you are looking for other work opportunities?
• Do you have a criminal record?
• If successful, reference and criminal checks will be done, do you have any concerns?
• What is your availability to conduct an interview?
• Have you ever been dismissed from a role - if yes please elaborate?

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• Graphic Design: 2 years (Preferred)
• Digital Marketing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Social Media Management: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• drivers licence (Preferred)

Work Location: In person