Design Graduate (Brand & Communications) | takealot.com
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : January 30, 2026
About the Role
This high-RPM graduate role focuses on the data-driven optimization of digital brand assets and managing creative 100% compliance across e-commerce platforms. Utilizing HubSpot for marketing orchestration and AWS for scalable asset delivery, the graduate ensures the integrity of the brand’s visual identity. Their work reduces operational risk by analyzing engagement data to identify growth opportunities and leveraging creative insights to drive the commercial success of South Africa’s leading retail platform.
Requirements:
Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree in Design or Adobe or Illustrator
The skills we need:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Creativity in developing content, ideas, and marketing concepts.
- Basic understanding of digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., social media channels, Google Analytics, email marketing tools).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to analyse data and interpret consumer insights.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Comfortable working with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace tools.
Attributes required:
- Collaborative
- Creative Energy
- Hands on
- Have an opinion and voice it
- Strong communication skills
- Strong problem solving skills
Key responsibilities:
- Own, update and maintain the promotional calendar for TakealotMORE initiatives.
- Briefing and operational management and coordinating of the various campaigns.
- Liaise with partner marketing teams for joint campaigns.
- Conceptualising, implementing and management of ongoing promotional marketing campaigns to drive adoption and retention for TakealotMORE.
- Work closely with the merchandising team to improve customer conversion within TakealotMORE customer journeys.
- Drive new feature launches and create sustained always-on educational content on product features and differentiators.
- Engagement with the brand team on through the line Takealot and Mr D campaigns.
- Engagement with the social media team on monthly content planning and preparation, as well as paid influencer partnerships
- Work with internal specialist teams on creating and implementing performance media and CRM strategies to grow TakealotMORE
- Monthly, Weekly, and daily reporting of campaign and promo performance
- Act as the key contact for day-to-day for internal teams (eg. Brand teams, Merchandise teams).
- Perform regular competitor reviews & analyses and relay key findings.
- Ensure that relevant teams are briefed and updated on any activity that may impact their areas (eg. Merch, CRM, Social, etc)
Career Growth & Education
A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, or Visual Communications is the required foundation for this tech-driven creative path. Professionals can advance to Creative Lead or Brand Manager roles by mastering digital product design and pursuing specialized bootcamps in UX/UI. Participating in international design forums and obtaining certifications in digital marketing provides a pathway to senior roles in global tech firms.
Salary & Financial Insight
Estimated monthly stipends range from R9,500 to R16,000, offering a gateway to a professional career in the global e-commerce sector. Young professionals should focus on early financial literacy and starting a small-scale investment plan in tax-free savings accounts to build long-term capital.
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