Figma Designer

We are looking for a talented, detail-oriented and highly proficient Figma Designer to join our growing team at CreativeNest South Africa.

In this role, you will focus on creating, adapting and refining high-quality digital designs using Figma. You will work across a variety of digital projects, including websites, landing pages, digital campaigns, user interfaces and other digital experiences for international brands.

You will collaborate closely with creative teams, UX/UI designers, developers, project managers and international stakeholders to translate creative concepts and design requirements into polished, consistent and production-ready Figma files.

This is a hands-on design role with a strong focus on Figma expertise, design execution, precision and efficient digital production.

Key Responsibilities

Figma Design & Digital Production

• Create, adapt and refine high-quality digital designs in Figma.
• Translate creative concepts, wireframes and design briefs into polished digital layouts.
• Design responsive websites, landing pages, digital campaign assets and user interface components.
• Adapt existing designs across different screen sizes, formats, markets and languages.
• Ensure pixel-perfect execution and consistency with established brand guidelines.
• Prepare well-structured, production-ready Figma files for development and implementation.
• Maintain and optimise existing design files, templates and components.
• Create, maintain and improve reusable components, variants and design libraries in Figma.
• Work confidently with Auto Layout, constraints, variables, styles and component properties.
• Apply and maintain established design systems across multiple projects.
• Ensure consistency in typography, spacing, colour, grids and visual hierarchy.
• Identify opportunities to streamline design workflows through reusable assets and templates.
• Support the development of scalable and efficient digital design processes.
• Work closely with art directors, UX/UI designers, developers and project managers.
• Collaborate with international agency teams, particularly in Germany and across the Serviceplan Group.
• Translate stakeholder feedback into accurate and timely design adjustments.
• Ensure smooth design handovers through clear file structures, documentation and specifications.
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining high design quality.
• Proactively communicate design challenges, dependencies and opportunities for improvement.

Quality Assurance

• Review designs for consistency, accuracy and technical feasibility.
• Ensure that all design assets meet creative briefs, brand standards and project specifications.
• Maintain clean, organised and clearly labelled Figma files.
• Check responsive layouts and component behaviour across different breakpoints.

Your Profile

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven professional experience as a Digital Designer, Figma Designer, UI Designer or in a comparable role.
• Advanced proficiency in Figma is essential.
• Strong practical experience with Auto Layout, components, variants, variables and design systems.
• Experience designing responsive websites, landing pages and digital interfaces.
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, colour, composition and visual hierarchy.
• Ability to translate existing design concepts into accurate, polished digital assets.
• Experience working with established brand guidelines and design systems.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to pixel-perfect execution.
• Ability to organise complex Figma files efficiently and prepare them for developer handover.
• Good understanding of responsive design principles and digital production requirements.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a creative, digital or advertising agency.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Experience with Figma prototyping and interactive components.
• Understanding of UX/UI principles and user-centred design.
• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS and frontend development requirements.
• Experience with Figma plugins, automation tools and AI-assisted design workflows.
• Experience adapting digital assets for multiple international markets.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and web design best practices.
• German language skills would be an advantage.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working in Figma and knows how to use the platform efficiently and professionally.

You should have a strong eye for design, excellent attention to detail and the ability to translate creative direction into high-quality digital executions.

While creative thinking is important, this role is particularly suited to someone who enjoys hands-on design production, working with existing design systems, building components and ensuring consistent, high-quality execution across multiple digital formats.

We value designers who take ownership, work pragmatically, communicate clearly and continuously look for ways to improve workflows.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with leading international brands and creative teams.
• A collaborative, international environment within the Serviceplan Group.
• A growing and ambitious team based in Cape Town.
• Exposure to diverse digital projects and innovative design workflows.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive working culture that values creativity, ownership and teamwork.
• A hybrid working environment.

Join CreativeNest

If Figma is your tool of choice, you have a passion for digital design and enjoy creating precise, beautifully executed digital experiences, we would love to hear from you.

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