Lead Graphic Designer

Location

Abuja, Nigeria (Hybrid/Remote)

Employment Type

Volunteer

Reports To

Head of Brand & Communications

About TEDxMaitama

TEDxMaitama is one of Africa's leading platforms for ideas, innovation, leadership, entrepreneurship, and social impact. Through conferences, salons, workshops, community initiatives, digital media, and strategic partnerships, we bring together visionaries, builders, policymakers, creatives, and changemakers who are actively shaping Africa's future.

As we scale into a year-round ecosystem and global movement, we are seeking an exceptional Lead Graphic Designer to elevate our visual identity and creative storytelling.

Role Overview

The Lead Graphic Designer will be responsible for defining, maintaining, and evolving the TEDxMaitama visual brand across all platforms and experiences. This role goes beyond creating graphics—it requires a strategic creative leader who can translate ideas into compelling visual narratives that inspire audiences, attract partners, and position TEDxMaitama as a world-class platform.

The successful candidate will lead the design function, oversee creative production, and collaborate closely with marketing, partnerships, media, events, and community teams.

Key ResponsibilitiesBrand Leadership

·      Serve as the guardian of the TEDxMaitama visual identity.

·      Ensure consistency across all brand assets, campaigns, and communications.

·      Develop and maintain brand guidelines and creative standards.

·      Continuously evolve the visual language while remaining aligned with TED and TEDx brand requirements.

Creative Direction

·      Lead the conceptualization and execution of creative campaigns.

·      Translate conference themes into compelling visual experiences.

·      Develop innovative concepts for speaker promotions, event campaigns, partnerships, and community initiatives.

·      Provide creative direction for multimedia projects and marketing campaigns.

Design & Content Production

·      Design high-quality visual assets for:

o  Social media campaigns

o  Event marketing materials

o  Digital advertisements

o  Website graphics

o  Presentation decks

o  Partner and sponsor materials

o  Email campaigns

o  Conference branding assets

o  Merchandise and promotional materials

o  Annual reports and publications

Event Experience Design

·      Design and oversee visual elements for TEDxMaitama conferences, salons, and special events.

·      Collaborate with production teams on stage visuals, venue branding, signage, and attendee experience materials.

·      Ensure visual excellence throughout the event journey.

Team Leadership

·      Lead and mentor graphic designers, creative interns, and freelance creatives.

·      Review and approve creative outputs before publication.

·      Establish creative workflows and quality-control systems.

·      Build a culture of creativity, excellence, and innovation.

Collaboration

·      Work closely with:

o  Marketing Team

o  Partnerships Team

o  Community Team

o  Event Production Team

o  Video Editors

o  Photographers

o  Content Creators

·      Translate strategic objectives into compelling visual communications.

Required Qualifications

·      Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).

·      Minimum of 5 years professional design experience.

·      Demonstrated experience leading creative projects and teams.

·      Strong portfolio showcasing branding, digital design, campaign development, and event-related work.

·      Exceptional visual storytelling ability.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in:

·      Adobe Creative Suite

o  Photoshop

o  Illustrator

o  InDesign

o  After Effects

·      Figma

·      Canva Pro

·      Presentation Design (PowerPoint, Google Slides)

·      Motion Graphics and Animation

Additional experience in video editing is an advantage.

Preferred Qualities

We are looking for someone who:

·      Thinks strategically and creatively.

·      Understands global design trends.

·      Has strong attention to detail.

·      Can work under pressure and meet deadlines.

·      Is highly organized and proactive.

·      Has a passion for innovation, leadership, entrepreneurship, and social impact.

·      Understands audience psychology and visual communication.

·      Thrives in fast-paced startup environments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

·      Brand consistency across all channels.

·      Quality and timeliness of creative deliverables.

·      Audience engagement on visual campaigns.

·      Sponsor and partner satisfaction with branded assets.

·      Growth in digital content performance.

·      Successful execution of conference and event branding.

·      Team productivity and creative excellence.

Why Join TEDxMaitama?

·      Opportunity to shape one of Africa's most influential ideas platforms.

·      Work with leading entrepreneurs, innovators, policymakers, and changemakers.

·      Build a portfolio of globally visible creative work.

·      Contribute to meaningful conversations and impact across Africa.

·      Be part of a mission-driven team committed to rewriting the rules and shaping the future.

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