GRAPHIC DESIGNERS (3 POSTS)-UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE 311 views

The University of Zimbabwe is inviting applications for the following vacant posts:

UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE PUBLICATIONS

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS (3 POSTS)

1. Research and Innovation
2. Marketing and Communications
3. Publications

Qualifications, Experience and Attributes

Applicants must possess the following:

• A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Desktop Publishing (DTP) or Bachelor’s
  Degree in a related field;
• A qualification in Graphic Design or Arts or 3-D design or illustrator;
• Ability to create and produce graphic design materials using a range of
  media, methods, techniques and equipment for example book designs,
  adverts and other creative projects;
• Experience and skills in digital publishing or e-publishing.
• Skills in the utilization of specified computerized graphic design software and
  programs e.g Adobe Creative Cloud;
• Knowledge of printing processes, procedures, specifications, reproduction
  processes and techniques;
• Unquestionable communication, time management, organizational and
  problem –solving skills;
• Ability to analyze and interpret user graphic requirements, graphic and
  technical information and to create interpretive illustrations;
• Highly creative imaginative and analytical individual preferred, one with an
  acute vision, a good eye for design, layout and detail and is deadline oriented.
• A flexible, confident and patient personality is preferred, as pressure to meet
  deadlines means extra hours may be required at times.
• A minimum of one year working experience is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate would be responsible for:

• Creating original graphics, layouts and concepts/designs for signage, logos,
  pamphlets, business cards, banners, books and journals and other creative
  projects for both print and electronic media;
• Creating stunning motion graphics and visual effects (including videos,
  animation and audios;
• Planning and developing print and/or reproduction specifications production
  schedules including costing and workflow assignments;
• Designing standardized and high quality graphics (corporate wear and
  stationery);
• Designing and developing branded materials (Including signage, adverts,
  posters, letterheads, business cards, logos, pamphlets, memorabilia,
  artefacts, etc);
• Contributing high quality image content for University publications including
  books magazines, newsletters and social media platforms.