web Graphics Designer

We are looking for someone who can take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them seamlessly into images, layouts and other designs. The successful candidate should have an intimate understanding of how online marketing campaigns work across various marketing channels.

We work in a fast-paced environment, so the ideal Graphic Designer will be able to hit the ground running as soon as we bring on a new campaign or project. Applicants with experience working with creative teams and designing with other professionals will be given prime consideration.

The Graphic designer would report to the design team lead.

Profile Requirements

·  Proven graphic designing experience with strong organizational, problem solving and time-management skills.

·  Possession of creative flair, versatility, conceptual/visual ability and originality

·  Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio

·  Ability to interact, understand design briefs and present solutions, as well as communicate and present ideas

·  Up to date with industry leading software and technologies (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc)

·  Highly proficient in all design aspects, as well as attention to details and prioritise design workflow

·  Professionalism, attention to details and deadline oriented

·  Flexibility and willingness to learn and improve - no big egos required.

·  Understanding of UI/UX

Responsibilities

·  Interpret design briefs in terms of requirements and needs - and produce working design concepts in quick turnaround time

·  Design across all digital assets, e.g. website, web applications, advertising, electronic newsletters, banners, social media and other digital media

·  Design, layout and format marketing and communications materials across the organisation

·  Proactively recommend creative communications for marketing proposals

·  Work with a wide range of media and use graphic design software

·  Think creatively and develop new design concepts, graphics and layouts

·  Prepare rough drafts and present your ideas for Tiered campaigns

·  Amend final designs to feedback comments and gain full approval

·  Work as part of a team/closely with designers, copywriters, category managers, merchandizers etc.

About Us

Jumia is the largest e-commerce mall in Africa with over 100,000 unique visitors a day, buying everything from Fashion to Phones.  Founded in 2012 in Nigeria, Jumia's mission is to revolutionize the concept of shopping by providing customers with the best online shopping experience.

Africa is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, offering excellent opportunities in a vibrant and booming environment. Its economic growth has enabled innovative businesses to flourish and this is where Africa Internet Group steps in.

We are currently looking for talented people to join our team and embark on an exciting journey in the core of business development and entrepreneurship.

We Offer

·  A unique experience in an international, entrepreneurial, yet structured environment,

·  An unparalleled personal and professional improvement as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders for our future internet ventures,

·  The opportunity to be part of a team full of talented people with the best backgrounds.

Join the journey!