RR-20177 Save as Image Save as PDF

Artworker (Creative Services)

ninety9cents Cape Town, Western Cape

Contract Closes 16 Nov 2026 · 17 days left

Cape Town, Western Cape Contract Closes 16 Nov 2026

What the job is

This job is for an Artworker at ninety9cents, a company based in Cape Town. You will work as a skilled publishing artist, helping to create and manage product and price campaigns across different types of media. Your role is important for making sure ads and promotions look professional and follow the brand’s rules.

What you will do

As an Artworker, you will be responsible for designing layouts for product and price campaigns. This means using approved templates and tools provided by the company to create ads that look good and follow all the rules. You will need to make sure everything is formatted correctly, including sizes, fonts, spacing, and colors that match the brand’s guidelines. You will also check all colors to ensure they match the brand’s color codes and campaign rules.

You will use software like Adobe InDesign to create these layouts and manage your tasks through the company’s workflow system called Workbook. This system helps you receive instructions, share updates, and track your time. You will also work with the Retail Management System (RMS) to ensure all your work is done correctly and follows the company’s processes.

Meeting deadlines is very important, even if they are tight. You must follow the company’s rules for checking finished work, communicating with the team, and handing over your final designs. Every step in the process must be completed carefully, and nothing should be skipped.

Your attention to detail will be crucial. You will need to check every part of your work, including product descriptions, prices, and images, to make sure they are accurate and up to date. You will also ensure that all pricing and promotions are correct and consistent across all layouts. The way products and prices are arranged should be clear and easy to read, following the brand’s style guide.

What you need

To do this job, you should have at least 2 years of experience working as a Desktop Publishing (DTP) Artist or Art Director in an advertising agency, production studio, or digital environment. A diploma in Desktop Publishing or Art Direction would be helpful, but it is not required.

You must be very good with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe InDesign, and comfortable using Microsoft Office and MacOS. Knowing how to use Figma is a bonus. Experience working in retail would also be useful.

You need to be extremely careful and pay close attention to every small detail. You should be able to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and stay calm even when things get busy. Good communication skills, both written and spoken, are important, as you will need to work with others and follow instructions clearly.

You should be reliable, responsible, and willing to take on extra work when needed. Being able to work independently and as part of a team is also important. Sometimes, you may need to work outside regular office hours or on weekends, but this will not happen often.

What you will get

This is a contract position based in Cape Town, with pay that matches what others in similar jobs earn. The company values people who are creative, hardworking, and able to handle pressure well. You will work with a team of professionals and have the chance to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment.