Senior/Lead Graphic Designer

Location:	Stellenbosch
Remote work:	Some remote work allowed
Education level:	Diploma
Job level:	Senior
Type:	Permanent
Company:	Mustard Seed Relationship Marketing

Are you the kind of designer who lives, breathes, and dreams in pixels and print? Do you instinctively push boundaries, explore fresh ideas, and inspire those around you? If so, we want you as our Lead Graphic Designer—the creative force our design team will look up to for guidance, inspiration, and innovative thinking.

Who we are

We’re a fast-paced, high-energy advertising agency, specialising in shopping centre marketing, and we thrive on bold ideas and exceptional design. Based in Stellenbosch, we create visually compelling campaigns that captivate audiences and drive engagement.

 Who you are

• A visionary designer with an exceptional eye for detail, typography, and layout.
• A natural leader who thrives on mentoring and uplifting fellow designers.
• A team player who brings enthusiasm, fresh ideas, and a problem-solving mindset.
• Highly adaptable, able to juggle multiple projects while maintaining creative excellence.
• Skilled in conceptual thinking—you don’t just make things look good, you make them work.
• Comfortable working at speed and under pressure while keeping your cool and your creativity intact.
• Bonus points if you have videography/editing skills in Premiere Pro, but it’s not a must.

 What you’ll do

• Lead by example—your work will set the standard for creative excellence in the agency.
• Collaborate with designers, copywriters, and creative director to develop impactful campaigns.
• Push creative boundaries while ensuring brand consistency and client satisfaction.
• Manage high-volume workloads with speed, efficiency, and attention to detail.
• Stay ahead of trends in design, branding, and digital marketing and sharing it with the team.

 What you need to apply

• 8+ years of experience in a creative agency or design studio.
• Previous leadership experience will be beneficial.
• A design qualification (diploma/degree from a respected institution).
• Exceptional proficiency in Adobe Suite.
• Experience in social media/digital advertising.
• Strong skills in other design programs.
• Personal attributes: Self-motivated, confident, proactive, adaptable, efficient, and reliable.

 How to apply

Check out our work at www.mseed.co.za to see if you’re the right fit.

Please send us your CV and portfolio (max 5MB) along with your salary expectation and notice period.

If you don’t hear from us within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful—but we’ll always be on the lookout for great talent!

Posted on 07 Feb 13:10, Closing date 8 Apr