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Deck Designer @ Activate Talent

South AfricaOnsiteFull-timePosted 1 days ago

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About this role

We are looking for an exceptional Deck Designer who specializes in Brand Storytelling, Business Strategy, and big-idea presentations. This role is for someone who understands that great decks don’t just look impressive — they clarify thinking, influence decisions, and help ideas get funded and approved.

You’ll transform complex ideas into clean, compelling, executive-ready presentations that balance narrative, structure, and standout design. If you thrive in fast-moving, idea-driven environments and know how to make slides both beautiful and persuasive, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

Presentation & Visual Storytelling

Design high-impact strategy, pitch, and executive-level decks Turn rough outlines, brainstorms, and early concepts into polished presentations Create slides that balance storytelling, data, and visual clarity Develop diagrams, frameworks, charts, and visual systems that make complex ideas instantly understandable

Design Excellence

Craft visually strong layouts with excellent use of typography, hierarchy, spacing, and color Ensure every slide supports the narrative flow and builds toward a clear conclusion Maintain consistency across presentations while elevating overall visual standards

Collaboration & Iteration

Partner closely with strategists, writers, and leadership to shape deck narratives Translate abstract or ambiguous ideas into structured visual stories Iterate quickly based on feedback while contributing strong creative direction Help evolve internal deck templates, standards, and visual systems

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience designing strategy decks, pitch decks, or executive presentations Exceptional visual taste and attention to design fundamentals Strong storytelling instincts — you understand pacing, narrative build, and slide flow Expert proficiency in PowerPoint, Google Slides, Keynote, or Figma Experience designing for senior audiences (executives, founders, investors) Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments Detail-oriented but efficient — able to balance quality with speed Nice to Have

Experience working with AI, technology, or innovation-driven brands Ability to add light motion, animations, or transitions that enhance clarity (not distraction) Strong understanding of branding and adapting decks across visual identities Experience transforming unclear or messy thinking into clear, structured narratives

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