Graphic Designer / Digital Products & Creative Media Officer

Role summary Pajhwok is seeking a creative, versatile and detail-oriented professional to produce high-quality graphics, motion graphics, short-form videos, advertisements and digital products for Pajhwok and its clients. The role combines design execution, multimedia production, brand consistency and commercial creativity, and will work closely with Pajhwok's marketing and monetization teams on internal and client-facing projects. Duties and responsibilities Graphic Design & Brand • Design professional graphics, banners, advertisements, promotional materials and campaign assets for digital and print use. • Create engaging social media visuals and adapt creative materials for different platforms, formats and audiences. • Maintain consistent application of Pajhwok's visual identity, brand standards, typography, layout and overall creative quality. • Develop reusable design templates and creative systems that improve consistency and production efficiency. Motion Graphics & Video • Design and produce motion graphics for social media, advertisements, campaigns, special programs and commercial projects. • Contribute creative concepts, visual styles and storytelling ideas for video, motion graphics and multimedia projects. • Edit video content, including trimming, sequencing, subtitles/captions, basic audio treatment, branding elements and export for relevant platforms. • Add titles, graphics, animations, transitions and visual effects to video projects to strengthen clarity, engagement and visual impact. • Create visually compelling short promotional videos and multimedia advertisements aligned with campaign objectives and audience needs. Digital Products & Commercial Creative • Design digital business cards, digital identity products and other client-focused digital products. • Develop creative materials for advertising, sponsored content and other revenue-generating media services. • Translate client briefs and campaign requirements into clear, professional and brand-appropriate creative outputs. Collaboration & Workflow • Work closely with Pajhwok's marketing and monetization teams on internal campaigns and client projects. • Manage multiple creative assignments, meet agreed deadlines and maintain organized working/source files and final deliverables. • Review creative outputs for accuracy, visual consistency, technical quality and readiness before publication or client delivery. Job requirements Qualifications and Requirements Essential • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, Digital Media or a related field. • Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in graphic design, multimedia, digital content or a closely related role. • Strong portfolio demonstrating professional graphic design and multimedia work. • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and in video/motion tools such as Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro or equivalent professional software. • Demonstrated ability to create professional advertisements, motion graphics and short-form videos. • Strong understanding of composition, typography, color, visual hierarchy and brand consistency. • Creative, detail-oriented, organized and able to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Full professional proficiency in Dari and Pashto, with good working English. Desirable / An Advantage • Previous experience in a media organization, news environment, creative agency or commercial content team. • Experience designing social media campaigns, sponsored content or client advertisements across multiple digital platforms. • Familiarity with additional design/prototyping tools such as Figma, Canva or equivalent platforms. Core Competencies • Creative thinking and visual storytelling • Attention to detail and quality control • Brand awareness and consistency • Time management and deadline discipline • Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration • Ability to understand briefs and translate ideas into effective creative outputs