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Freelance Graphic Designer - 12 Months Contract

1. Position Overview

Vivo Group is seeking a talented and experienced Part-Time Graphic Designer to support the delivery of professional design, publication layout, digital content and printing projects for corporate and public-sector clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing high-quality visual communication materials, including digital magazines/newsletters, corporate folders, corporate identity manuals, document covers, posters, brochures, reports and other corporate publications.

The Graphic Designer will work closely with the Project Manager and Content Development team to transform written content and client requirements into professional, visually engaging and brand-compliant communication materials.

2. Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Graphic Design & Creative Development

• Develop professional and creative designs in line with client requirements and corporate identity guidelines.
• Design and layout digital magazines, newsletters, reports, brochures and corporate publications.
• Design corporate folders, document covers, posters and other communication materials.
• Develop visually appealing page layouts, graphics, icons, infographics and other visual elements.
• Ensure consistency in typography, colour, imagery, spacing and overall visual presentation.
• Adapt designs for both print and digital distribution.

Publication Design & Layout

• Design multi-page publications, including 12-page digital magazines/newsletters.
• Prepare professional page layouts incorporating text, photographs, tables, charts, graphics and illustrations.
• Ensure publications are suitable for digital distribution through email, websites, WhatsApp and social media.
• Prepare high-resolution, print-ready PDF files.
• Prepare web-optimised PDF versions.
• Maintain and supply editable source files.

Corporate Identity

• Apply client Corporate Identity (CI) guidelines accurately and consistently.
• Ensure correct use of logos, colours, fonts, imagery and other brand elements.
• Assist with the development and layout of digital Corporate Identity Manuals.
• Ensure all artwork complies with professional branding and publication standards.

Print Artwork

• Prepare artwork according to printer specifications.
• Ensure correct dimensions, bleed, crop marks, resolution and CMYK colour settings.
• Prepare artwork for various paper sizes and printing specifications, including A4 and A2.
• Conduct pre-production checks before artwork is released for printing.
• Liaise with printing suppliers when required.

Client Amendments

• Incorporate client comments and amendments accurately.
• Manage multiple design revisions while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Ensure final artwork reflects approved content and design.
• Meet agreed project deadlines, including short turnaround projects.

File & Asset Management

• Maintain organised editable source files.
• Maintain appropriate naming conventions and version control.
• Ensure fonts, images, graphics and linked assets are properly packaged where required.
• Ensure all final artwork and source files are securely archived and available to Vivo Group.

3. Required Qualifications and ExperienceMinimum Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design, Digital Design or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years' practical graphic design experience.
• Demonstrated experience in corporate graphic design and publication layout.
• Experience designing professional documents for corporate and/or public-sector clients will be advantageous.
• Experience with both print and digital design.
• Strong understanding of print production and artwork preparation.

4. Required Technical Skills

The candidate should have strong proficiency in relevant design software, including:

• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Acrobat
• Canva Pro or equivalent design platforms where appropriate

Knowledge of print production, CMYK, DPI, bleed, crop marks, image resolution and PDF preparation is essential.

Experience with interactive PDFs and digital publications will be advantageous.

Education:

• Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• practical graphic design: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote