Company description

Publicis Groupe is a global leader in communication. The Groupe is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation.

COMPANY VALUES

TRUST

Trust is the cornerstone upon which we build our relationships. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of how a partner should behave. We treat our people and our clients with respect, transparency and honesty.

TALENT

This is first and foremost a people business. We are committed to ensuring Publicis Groupe is a destination for the best talent in our industry. We value people as individuals, growing ourselves as we grow our client’s business.

TRANSFORMATION

True transformation comes when we stop managing change, and instead initiate change. We believe in our purpose to be the admired force for business transformation. We believe that focusing on performance and results has the power to transform client business.

Overview

As a Mid-weight multimedia designer working in precision marketing, you will be responsible for the creation and rollout of high-quality multimedia design work for social and digital platforms, with an emphasis on digital/social best practice. You will be required to oversee all creative aspects of projects from brief to delivery with efficiency and precision.

Responsibilities

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

C reative Execution

• Design digitally led creative, utilizing multimedia design skillset and creative best practicewith an excellent technical understanding of output requirements.

• Manage and organise a multitude of digital assets across a variety of platforms.

• Work methodically and according to brief and brand specification.

• Comprehend and break down brief requirements and timeously communicate any potential issues that may arise.

• Create presentation decks to showcase work.

• Collect and file artwork work correctly for archiving and sharing.

• Accurately capture time against completed briefs.

Business skills

• Good inter-personal skills and a passion for creating high quality content.

• Passion for detail and implementing CI guidelines, with the ability and agility to switch between multiple brands.

• Ability to execute quickly and effectively; especially in response to trending topics.

• Strong time management and self-management skills.

• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Graphic/Art/Advertising/Design.

• 4+ years of experience with digital design practice in an agency environment.

• Proven experience in social and digital design on large scale multinational brands, lifestyle brands and/or FMCG brands.

• Have an existing up to date online portfolio or showreel to demonstrate abilities.

• Proven expertise in delivering through-the-line campaigns, with hands-on experience in production management and end-to-end execution.

• Solid experience in Digital campaign delivery across a variety of digital channels and platforms.

• Strong organisational skills, with a sharp eye for detail, ensuring projects run smoothly and efficiently.

• Clear, effective communication skills at all levels, with the ability to convey ideas and expectations in a collaborative environment.

• Strong multi-tasker, managing multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring flawless execution across all fronts.

• Self-driven and autonomous, managing time effectively and meeting tight deadlines in high-pressure environments.

• A team player, fostering collaboration and inspiring the team to perform at their best.

• Proactive problem-solver, taking ownership and accountability for each project and its success.

• Growth-minded, continuously seeking opportunities for personal and professional development.

• Motivated by challenges, able to lead teams through complex projects while pushing boundaries to achieve success.

• Brings a positive, light-hearted attitude, contributing to a fun and collaborative work culture.

Must have a working knowledge of the following platforms and tools:

• Adobe creative suite; Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects.

• Microsoft Office Suite

• An understanding of Figma is advantageous

• An understanding of Storyteq is advantageous

• Apple Mac and Apple OS

• Must be well versed in various social media platforms and the changing landscape.

Additional information

PERFORMANCE KPI’S

These KPIs will help ensure that you are aligned with your performance expectations in order to set yourself and the team up for success.

CREATIVE OWNERSHIP & OUTPUT

• Accountability for work executed by you and your team.

• Ensuring that completed work has been reviewed by you against the brief requirements before being sent for CD review and QA.

• Ownership of briefs as per WOW sign off process.

• Accuracy and efficiency in execution.

KPIs

• Successful completion of briefs within the time frame allocated, not missing deadlines.

• Reviewing of all work executed with a CD or creative lead as well as full QA.

• Maintaining full understanding of brief requirements and seeking clarity where necessary.

• Participation in kickstarts/brainstorms.

• Participation in live reviews.

• Participation/attendance of roadshows, brand CI updates and showcase.

• High attention to detail and standards of output.

• Effective time management with projects always delivered on or ahead of deadline.

COMMUNICATION

• Active communication, discussions and clarifications, initiated by you when necessary as well as timeous responses.

• Communication relating to timings, execution, creative queries delivered timeously.

• Communication relating to your well-being, ability to successfully perform your role.

• Participation in group activities, both project based and social business events.

• Timeous raising or flagging of any potential errors or problems for the business or projects.

KPIs

• Touch base with line manager & traffic daily or as necessary.

• Timeous response to communication via business accounts during working hours and via Whatsapp after hours as necessary

• Keeping your line manager informed of your movements and whereabouts during working hours and keeping them informed of any changes.

• Initiating conversations as needed relating to personal matters that may influence your ability to deliver.

• Communicating effectively and driving your career conversations and career progression in general.

PERSONAL GROWTH

• Seek and apply feedback from peers, managers, clients, and other sources to improve personal and professional skills and competencies.

• Build confidence in collaborating with the full team.

• Engage in continuous learning and development activities, such as attending training, workshops, conferences, and webinars.

• Focus on building self-confidence.

• Balance personal and professional priorities and maintain a healthy and positive work-life integration.

KPIs

• Driving career conversations and spearheading your growth in the business.

• Identifying areas for growth with the support of your line manager.

• Responding to feedback to improve competencies.

• Training course participation.

• Participation in the Fresh Conference.