Graphic Designer & Sales
Advius (Pty) Ltd Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Human Resources Services · 2-10 employees
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About the role
The role involves designing print, laser, and CNC-ready artwork while managing client accounts and preparing cost estimates. You will also coordinate with the production team to ensure jobs are completed accurately and delivered on time.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a relevant qualification in Graphic Design and provide a portfolio demonstrating vector layouts and print-ready artwork. A strong commercial understanding of material calculations and job costing is required.
Full description
THE OPPORTUNITY
An established signage and print business in Durban North is offering a one-year in-service training position to a graphic design graduate who wants to build a career on both the creative and commercial sides of the industry. You will design print-, laser- and CNC-ready artwork. You will also work directly with clients, prepare quotations and see jobs through production to delivery. Successful candidates may be offered permanent employment at the end of the contract.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Consult with clients, understand their requirements and manage their accounts
- Prepare quotations and cost estimates
- Design print-ready, laser-ready and CNC-ready artwork
- Calculate artwork sizing, material use and media nesting for each job
- Coordinate with the production team to schedule and complete jobs
- Check quality and make sure deadlines are mete
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- A relevant qualification in Graphic Design
- A portfolio showing design work, vector layouts and print-ready artwork (mandatory)
- A strong commercial understanding, including artwork sizing, material calculations, media nesting and job costing
- Available to start immediately
- Advantageous: experience in print, wide-format printing, signage, CNC or laser cutting, or a similar production environment
THE PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong customer-service focus
- Organised and detail-oriented
- Accountable and proactive
- Able to work under pressure and manage several projects at once
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