Junior Graphic Design Apprentice

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 3,000 - 5,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Portfolio growth

Stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Graphic Design Apprentice for a hybrid role, combining work from home with sessions at the Randburg, Gauteng studio. You will learn under experienced art directors, building a diverse portfolio while delivering branding, marketing collateral, and digital assets.

The program emphasizes mentorship, hands-on training, and growth within a fast-paced agency environment, with opportunities to progress to freelance or full-time roles.

Qualifications

• Portfolio showcasing design work.
• Passion for graphic design and visual communication.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout.
• Ability to take direction and apply feedback.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Hybrid work: attend Randburg studio as needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a creative agency.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior designers with visual concepts.
• Develop digital and print assets (socials, banners, brochures).
• Learn and use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Participate in brainstorming and contribute ideas.
• Prepare design files for production with accuracy.

Skills

Portfolio

Creative design

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Typography

Color theory

Layout

Feedback incorporation

Organization

Hybrid work

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Learning mindset

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a creative agency specializing in branding and visual communication, is looking for talented individuals to join their team as Junior Graphic Design Apprentices. This hybrid role offers a fantastic blend of creative work from home and collaborative sessions at their **Randburg, Gauteng** studio. You will develop your design skills under the mentorship of experienced art directors and designers, working on a variety of projects including branding, marketing collateral, digital assets, and more. This apprenticeship is ideal for aspiring designers who are passionate about visual arts, possess a strong creative flair, and are eager to learn industry-standard design software and techniques. We provide a nurturing environment for artistic talent to flourish and build a successful career in graphic design.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior designers in creating visual concepts for various design projects.
• Develop graphic assets for digital and print media, including social media graphics, web banners, and brochures.
• Learn and utilize design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas.
• Prepare design files for production, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
• Assist with image sourcing, editing, and retouching.
• Collaborate with team members on projects, both remotely and in the **Randburg** studio.
• Stay updated on design trends and industry best practices.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing creative design skills (even personal projects are welcome).
• Passion for graphic design and visual communication.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is essential.
• Good understanding of design principles (typography, color theory, layout).
• Ability to take direction and incorporate feedback effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid model, attending the **Randburg, Gauteng** studio as needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a creative agency environment.

Benefits

• Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced creative professionals.
• Opportunity to build a diverse portfolio by working on various client projects.
• Competitive apprentice stipend.
• Exposure to the fast-paced and dynamic world of agency life.
• Work in a collaborative environment with creative peers in Randburg, Gauteng.
• Development of industry-recognized design skills.
• Potential for future freelance or full-time opportunities within the agency.