ABOUT ALU

ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors.
They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now.
Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world.

HOW WE WORK

As a high-growth start-up, the ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Part-Time Graphic Designer at ALU, you will play a pivotal role in applying our brand’s visual identity and ensuring our courses are visually appealing and create an engaging experience for our students. You will work closely with our marketing and creative teams to produce engaging and visually appealing designs that align with our brand guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Learning Experience Team and Faculty to understand the needs in the courses
• Create compelling and original visual designs for digital materials, including but not limited to: templates for presentations and session guides, course graphics 
• Incorporate feedback from stakeholders to refine designs and ensure they meet brand standards and messaging goals
• Help maintain and update the LED digital style guide, ensuring consistency across all design materials
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a graphic designer, either through previous work experience or a strong portfolio showcasing your design skills
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
• Strong understanding of design principles, layout, and typography.
• Excellent creative thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to take constructive feedback and iterate on designs accordingly
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with team members
• Attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics
• Time management skills to effectively prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• A proactive and self-motivated approach to work
• Flexibility to adapt to changing design needs and project requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal education in graphic design, visual arts, or a related field
• Experience in creating designs for learning
• Familiarity with motion graphics or video editing is a plus
• Understanding of UX/UI design principles for web and mobile applications
• Knowledge of Canvas is plus but design specs can be provided. 

Hours:
Part-time, 20 hours per week, with a flexible schedule based on project requirements.

If you’re a creative individual who is passionate about design, has a strong eye for detail, and thrives in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.