Requirements

• Be in a possession of a three-year or more degree or diploma qualification in graphic design / Multimedia Production or a related fine arts field.
• Added advantage is:
• Communication qualification and/or experience.
• Conservation, tourism, or socio-economic transformation-related qualification or experience.
• Should have 5 years of work experience in graphic design and editing experience.
• Experience or exposure to the fields of conservation, tourism and/or socio-economic transformation will be an added advantage.
• Should have social media platform management and usage knowledge.
• Have proficiency in multimedia software and tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, Avid).
• Have strong technical skills in video, audio, and graphic production.
• Create and curate shareable content such as the rollout of digital campaigns.
• Knowledge of graphic design and editing.
• An understanding of journalism ethics.
• Social media platform management and usage.
• Video production capability.
• Create and curate shareable content.
• Understanding of digital design principles, accessibility standards, UX, and usability.
• Graphic design and editing.
• Social media platform management and usage.
• Video production capability.
• Excellent storytelling and creative skills.
• Content creation and curation.
• Good listener, able to understand and interpret.
• Attention to detail and a keen eye for quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive digital and multimedia content strategy aligned with the SANParks goals.
• Provide creative expression that is message-aligned and consistent with the corporate brand.
• Produce engaging digital content and resources for use across the website, ranging from video, photography, graphics, audio, and other multimedia for all of our digital channels to support day-to-day activity and campaigns.
• Storyboard, self-shoot, and edit video content to support day-to-day activity and campaigns.
• Oversee the production of high-quality digital content including videos, animations, graphics, and interactive media.
• Ensure consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all multimedia content.
• Work with the GM: Media, Public Relations, and Stakeholders to identify and prioritize organizational digital content needs and contribute to the organisation’s content strategy.
• Work with freelancers and agencies on additional requests where necessary.
• Ensure presence on relevant social media platforms.
• Work with the GM: Media, Public Relations, and Stakeholders to identify opportunities and pilot new digital content formats and/or platforms.
• Develop and produce content directed at targeted audiences resulting in growth.
• Contribute to departmental editorial calendars and team project management tools to identify content needs, gaps, and requirements and to plan and schedule new content accordingly.
• Lead and manage a team of multimedia designers, videographers, editors, and other production staff.
• Attending events and campaign launches will be necessary from time to time to capture content.
• Plan, design, develop, and oversee the production of high-quality digital media.
• Provide creative expression that is message-aligned and consistent with the corporate brand.
• Manage the end-to-end production process, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Identify opportunities and prepare shareable creative content.
• Design and implement digital campaigns.
• Analyse and report on the effectiveness of multimedia campaigns and initiatives.
• Utilise data insights to optimize future content strategies.
• Consolidate all digital assets into our Brand platforms and Intranet for better management and control.