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Mid-Level Digital Designer

Pele Energy Group

Office

Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa

Full Time

We are seeking a talented and versatile Mid-Level Digital Designer to join our in-house Strategies and Partnerships team. This role requires a creative thinker with a strong eye for detail, the ability to work within established brand guidelines, and the confidence to bring fresh, on-brand ideas to life. You will produce high-quality creative assets across digital and print channels that align with Pele’s strategic objectives, corporate identity, and messaging pillars.

Requirements

Creative Design & Production

  • Develop and execute engaging creative concepts and designs for marketing campaigns, corporate communications, internal projects, and events.
  • Produce digital assets including social media graphics, email banners, website visuals, presentations, and infographics.
  • Create high-quality print collateral such as brochures, reports, invitations, signage, event branding and internal campaign assets.
  • Adapt and repurpose creative materials for different formats and platforms while maintaining brand consistency.

Brand Stewardship

  • Ensure all design work aligns with Pele’s corporate identity, tone, and visual standards.
  • Work closely with the Brand Custodian to refresh and evolve design templates where needed.
  • Support brand rollouts and design applications across multiple subsidiaries and project divisions (Pele Energy Group, Pele Green Energy, Knowledge Pele).

Collaboration & Workflow

  • Work in tandem with the Strategies and Partnerships team and Brand Custodian to interpret creative briefs and deliver compelling visual solutions.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Liaise with external printers, photographers, and other suppliers where necessary.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative input to campaign concepts and initiatives.

Technical & Process

  • Prepare production-ready files for print and digital distribution.
  • Maintain an organised design file library and asset database on Pele Internal CRM.
  • Implement feedback effectively while maintaining design integrity.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Essential:

  • Diploma or degree in Digital Design, Visual Communication, or related field.
  • 3–5 years’ professional design experience (preferably in an in-house or agency environment).
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy.
  • Experience designing for both print and digital channels.
  • Ability to interpret and execute creative briefs with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Advantageous:

  • Experience in motion graphics, video editing, or animation (After Effects, Premiere Pro).
  • Familiarity with Canva, Figma, or other collaborative design tools.
  • Experience working with corporate/renewable energy or sustainability brands.
  • Knowledge of social media best practices and digital content optimisation

Competencies

Leadership Capabilities:

  • Participative Leadership
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Monitoring & Measuring Cognitive Capabilities:
  • Analysis & Attention to detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical thinking

Interpersonal Capabilities:

  • Assertive
  • Methodical
  • Drive & Action Oriented
  • Flexibility
  • Excellence & Quality Orientation

Personal Attributes

  • Creative, adaptable, and solution oriented.
  • Strong communicator who can collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
  • Proactive self-starter who can take initiative while respecting processes.
  • Open to constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement.

Mid-Level Digital Designer

Office

Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa

Full Time

August 19, 2025

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Pele Energy Group

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