Advius (Pty) Ltd

Graphic Designer & Sales

Advius (Pty) Ltd Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Human Resources Services · 2-10 employees

15 h ago
graphic-designer Junior (0-2 yrs) Full-time South Africa
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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

Graphic design Print-ready artwork Laser-ready artwork CNC-ready artwork Client consultation Account management Quotation preparation Cost estimation Material calculation Media nesting Production coordination Quality control Communication skills Customer service Project management Detail-oriented

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

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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

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  • 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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