Now hiring: Digital Designer - Study Abroad

Our Cape Town Marketing department is looking to add a Digital Designer to our team.

Are you creative, a self-starter and want to work as part of a high-performance in-house advertising team? We offer a dynamic environment in which you will be focusing on designing for our Study and Play Sports Abroad businesses.

Study and Play Sports Abroad are two exciting business units within the Sable International group of services. We are a young, dynamic team and are looking for someone who matches our passion and drive for what we do.

Our advisers help students take their first step towards building a successful future with an international education abroad - whether that be via academics or a sports scholarship. We guide the student and their parents every step of the way from tailored admissions advice, support with applications, visa assistance, and right up to departure.

If you think you're the right candidate, apply now, and be part of the journey of helping young students build their future beyond borders.

Job overview:

You will be working in close collaboration with an energetic, in-house marketing team, as well as two other designers and content writers. The ideal candidate will have three years of experience, predominantly in digital design, preferably in an advertising agency, and a portfolio that showcases creativity and technical expertise across a variety of digital channels (predominantly) as well as some print work. You will work on a range of different projects and channels including social media ad designs, email templates, Google display banners, online brochures, print ads, billboards and event collateral.

Please note this is an on-site position in our offices in Kenilworth, Cape Town.

You're perfect for this position if you:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• Have three or more years' experience as a designer, primarily focused on digital design, with the ability to execute print work when required (agency or in-house experience preferred).
• Can demonstrate an innovative and diverse portfolio of digital design work across multiple platforms and channels.
• Are highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, with strong expertise in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects (experience with additional tools is a bonus).
• Can take a campaign concept and execute it effectively across multiple channels.
• Have experience creating animations and GIFs for digital platforms.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to present ideas to internal stakeholders.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and can manage multiple projects simultaneously (retail experience is a plus).
• Are highly organised, proactive, and able to manage time and priorities effectively.

Your role and responsibilities Among other tasks, your main responsibilities will include:

• Working alongside members of the Marketing team in developing a dynamic design presence for the Study and Play Sports Abroad business units within the Sable portfolio of businesses.
• Designing and developing visual assets for digital and print campaigns, including social media posts (FB/IG/Linkedin/TikTok/YouTube), Google display banners, email templates, digital brochures, animated gifs, short videos, billboards, printed brochures, etc.
• Collaborating with other designers, copywriters, developers and business stakeholders.
• Upholding brand guidelines and ensuring design elements are cohesive across various touchpoints and maintaining the integrity of our Corporate Identity. This involves being the design lead for Study and Play Sports Abroad and assisting our in-house teams within our African countries (remotely).
• Assisting with the design and refinement of event documents, presentations, and promotional collateral.
• Keeping abreast of the latest design trends, tools, and best practices, within the digital landscape.

We are a values-driven company We Care

We care deeply about the needs and well being of our clients and employees. To us, it's important to create a sense of community in and around our business, where our consultants and our clients can collaborate and learn from one another. Our employees appreciate our strong focus on work life balance and a supportive leadership team that truly listens.

We Solve

We centre our business around our clients. Our mission is to solve, by providing innovative, creative, and personalised solutions to every client; always recognising that every client's circumstances are different. Employees at Sable International love the challenge of finding solutions and enjoy working in an environment that values problem solving and continuous improvement.

We Grow

We aim to grow on as many levels as possible. Sable International is an ambitious company with ambitious clients. We help our clients grow their own wealth and businesses while extending our influence in as many areas and expertise as possible. Our people are growing their talents and experience, creating an extraordinary group of successful alumni. We invest in our employees through mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for career progression.

We are also in business to enjoy ourselves. All our consultants are passionate about their areas of expertise and love meeting our clients. We have an energised and lively working culture. This is one of the things that sets us apart from other professional services firms. Our employees stay with us because of our positive and engaging work environment, where teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of what we do.

Kendal's story

Group HR Director

Kendal started as an intern in 2015. After completing her internship, she went on to earn experience at Groupon South Africa. In 2016 she returned as an HR Officer. She was promoted to HR Manager in 2018 and is now the Group HR Director, leading on HR policy, strategy, and employee support in all divisions and countries within Sable International.

Tallulah's story

Marketing Manager

Tallulah started as a junior social media strategist in 2014. In 2020 she started assisting the content team, using her journalism background. In 2022 she was promoted to content and traffic lead, before taking on the role of Marketing Manager in February 2023. She now manages a team of 11 creative individuals across content, SEO, PPC, design, social media and front end development.

Join us at Sable International, where we embrace a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth!

• "The interview unfolded seamlessly and efficiently, fostering a warm and inviting environment that significantly contributed to my comfort and ease during the entire process. The interviewers were approachable and engaged, which helped alleviate any initial nervousness I had. Their friendly demeanour and clear communication made it easy for me to express my thoughts and experiences, enhancing the overall experience."
• "This is one of the best businesses to ever work for. The directors are approachable, including the CEO. If you are an immigration expert, this is the place for you."
• "The culture and environment is great at Sable International. Hard work is recognized and rewarded accordingly. Colleagues are friendly and professional."

Learn more about our employees and their journeys

At Sable International we believe work should be a place where you feel supported, inspired and excited to grow - both personally and professionally. Whether you're part of our team or one of our clients, we're here to build meaningful connections and make a real difference, together.

Here's why our team loves working here:

• We value you - your background, your ideas and your voice matters.
• There's always room to grow - with mentorship, learning opportunities and the freedom to explore your path.
• We get that life happens - our managers are flexible and supportive, helping you find balance when you need it most.
• Great work doesn't go unnoticed - we celebrate wins, big and small.
• You'll be part of a vibrant, international team.
• And we know how to have fun - with team socials, events and a culture that brings people together.

Come as you are. Grow with us. Let's build something great - together.