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Designer
You will be a critical part of the creative engine behind our brand presence. You'll support the Mettlestate Design Team in the creation of high-quality visual assets across digital platforms. The designer plays a key role in translating campaign concepts into engaging visuals that resonate with gaming and esports audiences, while continuously growing their craft and contributing to the dynamic creative culture at Mettlestate.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Design Execution
Design a wide range of digital assets across platforms – this includes social media graphics, broadcast overlays, logos, branding elements, UI/UX designs, event collateral, and campaign visuals.
Create both static and motion content that aligns with the tone and energy of gaming and youth culture.
Work from concept through to final delivery, ensuring consistency, creativity, and quality across all outputs—whether it’s for Mettlestate’s own channels or for client campaigns.
Adapt design style depending on project needs: from bold and gritty for esports to clean and modern for platform or UI work.
Cross-Team Collaboration
Collaborate with the marketing, tournaments, web, community, and ops teams to deliver assets that meet both strategic goals and creative standards.
Participate in brainstorms, contribute ideas, and interpret briefs with clarity.
Receive and implement feedback in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
Craft Growth & Innovation
Keep a finger on the pulse of design trends – especially those in gaming, content creation, esports, and entertainment.
Show initiative in growing your skill set, exploring new tools, and pushing the creative standard.
Support the Head of Design in improving workflows and maintaining a strong design culture.
Requirements & Skills
Technical Proficiency
Expert-level skills in Adobe Photoshop, Figma and Illustrator
Proficiency in After Effects (bonus)
Understanding of motion graphics and video production pipelines is a plus
Experience & Background
3+ years in graphic design
Demonstrable portfolio showing digital media, UI/UX design, and branding projects
Experience in esports, gaming, entertainment, or youth-centric brands is a strong advantage
Leadership & Soft SKills
Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Comfortable working under pressure, especially during high-stakes live events
Willingness to occasionally work weekends or late hours during esports broadcasts or campaigns
Why Join Mettlestate?
Work in one of the most exciting, fast-growing industries
Lead a bold, passionate, and creatively hungry team
Get hands-on experience in gaming, esports, live production, and digital strategy
Be part of shaping the future of African esports
How to apply
Send your portfolio, CV, and a short cover letter to business@mettlestate.com.
We want to see your best work, especially anything related to gaming, youth culture, or digital storytelling!
Why you might love it here
You can feel the passion in the room from intense gaming sessions and team strategy huddles, to high-energy events and epic digital campaigns. At Mettlestate, creativity isn’t boxed in. If you love gaming culture, want to push boundaries, and believe in building community through play, you’ll thrive here.
Forge your brand through gaming with us
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