Overview
Digital Designer Jobs in Bellville at Discover Africa Group
Who You Are & How You Work
You are a visual storyteller with a deep passion for creating digital experiences that are not just beautiful but also functional. You believe design is more than aesthetics—it’s about crafting intuitive, engaging, and impactful user interactions that drive conversion.
You thrive in a collaborative environment, working alongside developers, marketers, and content creators to bring concepts to life. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and always on the lookout for new design trends and technologies that enhance your craft. If this sounds like you, we’d love to chat.
About Us
Discover Africa Group is a team of innovative, experienced, and ambitious go-getters passionate about sharing Africa’s best with travelers from around the world.
Our portfolio includes:
Discover Africa Safaris: Bespoke luxury safari travel in Southern and East Africa.
4×4 Hire: Adventure 4×4 self-drive exploration.
Drive South Africa: Africa’s first online rental car comparison and booking engine.
Our in-house digital marketing and development team operates as a dedicated “internal agency,” bringing together permanent staff, contractors, and agencies to create high-quality campaigns for our core travel brands.
Your Purpose
As a Digital Designer, you will be responsible for shaping our visual identity across all digital platforms. From UI design and videography to digital graphics, your work will be at the forefront of how our brand is perceived and engaged with online. You will work closely with the Brand & Content Lead and Product Designer to ensure a cohesive, high-quality digital presence.
Your Core Responsibilities
UI & Digital Design
Develop high-quality user interfaces for web applications and email campaigns, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines.
Design and produce digital assets such as icons, illustrations, banners, and infographics for use across our owned channels.
Collaborate with copywriters to enhance content through engaging design elements.
Design intuitive and aesthetically pleasing forms that enhance user experience and interaction.
Videography & Motion Design
Plan, direct, and edit high-quality video content, incorporating text animations for digital platforms.
Create engaging motion graphics and animations that enhance storytelling and brand messaging.
Image Management
Source, curate, and edit compelling imagery that aligns with brand aesthetics and ensures copyright compliance.
Perform advanced image editing, including retouching and color grading.
Maintain a well-organized digital asset library for efficient retrieval and brand consistency.
Collaboration & Project Management
Work closely with developers, product managers, and content writers to deliver cohesive, user-centric design solutions.
Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
Trend Awareness & Innovation
Stay up-to-date with design trends, tools, and technologies to enhance content effectiveness.
Bring fresh ideas to the team, contributing to the evolution of our brand’s digital presence.
What You Bring to the Team
A degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in Graphic Design, Digital Design, UX/UI Design, or a related field.
A strong portfolio demonstrating a flair for beautiful digital and graphic design across a variety of projects.
2+ years of experience in digital design, including UI, motion, and graphic design.
A solid understanding of UI/UX principles and digital design best practices.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and video editing software (Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro).
Experience with digital design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or InVision.
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and email design platforms (e.g., Active Campaign) is a plus.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
A passion for crafting visually striking, user-friendly digital experiences.
Why Join Us?
20 days of paid annual leave.
Paid birthday leave—because no one should work on their birthday!
Paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of service.
An additional leave day per year after 5 years of service, up to a maximum of 25 days.
Flexible working conditions, including hybrid work opportunities.
A supportive and professional team culture that values creativity and collaboration.
Opportunities for career growth and skill development.
Work on impactful projects that shape digital brand experiences.
How to Apply
We invite you to apply for this exciting role through our career portal.
If you’re ready to turn your passion for design into a career that inspires and transforms digital experiences, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join us in creating visually stunning, high-converting content.
Discover Africa Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Title: Digital Designer
Company: Discover Africa Group
Location: Bellville
