Visual Designer at AccelerateTV

Accelerate is the youth haven for the cool kids, creatives, doers, thinkers and everyone in between. We have built a reputation on being a consistent source of information and inspiration in the fashion, music and entertainment culture of Nigeria/African, both on the continent and beyond.

As a multi media outlet we pride ourselves in Entertaining, Educating and Empowering our audience by documenting Nigerian/African stories and pop culture, all the while keeping a close eye on the establishment and championing the new.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Visual Designer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About the job

• The Visual Designer is responsible for creating visually engaging, brand-consistent, and user-centered designs across multiple platforms , including digital, social media, web, print, and motion.
• This role requires a balance of creative innovation and technical precision, ensuring that every visual output enhances the brand’s storytelling and communicates messages effectively.
• The ideal candidate combines creativity, strategic thinking, and design excellence, with the ability to transform abstract concepts and marketing objectives into striking visual experiences.

Key Responsibilities
Brand Design & Identity:

• Develop and maintain consistent brand aesthetics across all visual assets.
• Create and refine design elements such as logos, icons, typography, color palettes, and graphic styles.
• Ensure brand guidelines are properly implemented across all platforms and materials.
• Contribute to the evolution and modernization of the brand’s visual identity.

Digital & Print Design:

• Design visually compelling layouts for social media, websites, email newsletters, digital campaigns, and motion graphics.
• Produce high-quality marketing and promotional materials such as flyers, posters, pitch decks, and digital ads.
• Collaborate with copywriters and marketing teams to develop cohesive campaign visuals.
• Adapt designs across multiple formats and screen sizes while maintaining quality and clarity.

Motion & Multimedia Design:

• Develop simple animations, transitions, and motion graphics for videos, social media, and advertisements.
• Support video editors and the production team with lower-thirds, graphic overlays, and visual effects.
• Maintain visual consistency across still and motion assets.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support:

• Work closely with the Art Director, Creative Director, and Content team to ensure visual cohesion across campaigns.
• Partner with Marketing, Product, and Social Media teams to deliver visually compelling assets on tight deadlines.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh, creative ideas to campaigns and content projects.
• Ensure all design outputs meet brand, creative, and strategic goals.

Quality Control & File Management:

• Maintain organized design files, templates, and asset libraries for internal use.
• Ensure all visual materials meet technical specifications for print, web, and motion.
• Review designs for errors before publishing or printing.

Performance Indicators

• Quality, originality, and effectiveness of design output
• Timeliness in delivering creative assets
• Consistency in maintaining brand standards
• Stakeholder satisfaction and creative alignment
• Contribution to brand visibility and audience engagement

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in visual design, preferably within a media, digital, or creative agency environment.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, XD) and familiarity with Figma or Canva.
• Solid understanding of layout design, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy.
• Experience designing for both digital and print media.
• Knowledge of basic animation and motion graphics is an added advantage.
• A strong portfolio showcasing creative versatility and attention to detail.

Key Competencies:

• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong visual storytelling and aesthetic judgment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective collaboration and communication skills
• Adaptability to feedback and brand direction
• Awareness of design trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online