Digital Designer

iKhokha is a place where chance-takers become change-makers. At iKhokha, we believe in better. As you'd expect, our pace is fast-moving and ever-changing. We like it that way.  As one of the fastest-growing FinTech's in Africa, we've built a team of global change-makers who want to make an impact. If you believe in a better future, be a chance-taker and help us empower small businesses in South Africa.

Our iKTribe is on the hunt for a creatively driven Digital Designer who knows how to make pixels perform.  

If you blend bold visual storytelling with a strategic, data-led mindset to craft designs that don’t just look great—but convert—then this may be the place for you! 

So, what will you do?  

• You will be creative and data-driven to craft high-converting digital assets that drive engagement and business growth. 
• You will design compelling visuals for websites, landing pages, social media, email campaigns, and digital advertisements, all with a focus on optimising user experience and maximising conversion rates. 
• You will require a balance of creativity and strategic thinking so that you can take an idea from concept to execution while keeping conversion-focused design principles in mind. 

In addition to the above, you will:  

• Design high-quality digital assets, including website graphics, banners, social media visuals, email templates, and display ads. 
• Create engaging UI/UX designs for web and mobile applications. 
• Develop motion graphics and animations for digital content as needed. 
• Ensure all digital assets align with brand guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity. 
• Collaborate with marketing and content teams to produce compelling designs that enhance brand messaging. 
• Innovate and push creative boundaries to elevate the brand’s digital presence. 
• Work closely with developers, marketers, and content creators to execute design projects. 
• Translate complex ideas into user-friendly and visually appealing designs. 
• Maintain and organize design assets for efficient workflow and collaboration. 
• Optimize digital designs for various platforms, ensuring responsiveness and high-quality rendering. 
• Test and refine designs based on user feedback and analytics insights. 
• Stay up to date with design trends, tools, and industry best practices. 

Deal Breakers:  

3+ years’ experience with the following:  

• Experience in digital design, graphic design, UI/UX, or a related field. 
• Experience working in an agency, e-commerce, SaaS, or performance marketing environment. 
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, After Effects) and Figma for web and mobile design. 
• Experience designing conversion-focused landing pages, email templates, paid ads, and social media creatives. 
• Strong understanding of UX/UI principles, usability best practices, and user psychology to enhance digital experiences.  
• Proficient in automation tools and frontend technologies such as HTML and CSS, with hands-on experience using CMS platforms like HubSpot and WordPress.  

Perks of joining the Tribe? 

• Work in a high-growth company with tangible results you're accountable for. 
• Enjoy hybrid, remote, and in office work models. 
• Competitive remuneration and benefits, including Medical Aid and Group Risk scheme contributions. 
• Be guided by visionary leadership. 
• Seize the opportunity for study leave.   
• Access to on-demand learning and development. 
• Experience a friendly, collaborative culture with a team of all-round-lekker humans (it’s true, we surveyed our Employees and they told us so). 
• If you find yourself at HQ, coffee on tap and a selection of hot beverages provided by our very own onsite Barista.