Graphic Designer (Junior)

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 7,400 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Exposure to diverse design projects

Collaborative team culture in Paarl

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join our client’s expanding marketing team in Paarl. This role offers hands-on experience across digital and print projects, supporting senior designers and contributing to the brand identity.

You will gain practical training while working on campaigns, social media visuals, website graphics, and print collateral. Mentorship will help you develop core design skills in Adobe Creative Suite and typography.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Graphic Design or related field.
• Strong portfolio showcasing foundational design skills.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Basic typography, color theory, and layout knowledge.
• Eagerness to learn and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating visually appealing graphics for marketing campaigns, social media, website, and internal communications.
• Adapt existing designs and create variations based on project requirements.
• Ensure brand consistency across all visual materials.
• Prepare design files for print and digital production meeting specs.
• Learn and apply new design techniques under guidance.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas to design projects.

Skills

Creative thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Junior Graphic Designer to join their expanding marketing team in Paarl . This role is ideal for an aspiring designer looking to gain hands-on experience and contribute to a variety of design projects. You will support the senior design team in creating compelling visual assets for digital and print media, helping to shape the company's brand identity. This position offers a fantastic learning environment and the chance to grow your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of visually appealing graphics for marketing campaigns, social media, website, and internal communications.
• Adapt existing designs and create variations based on specific project requirements.
• Work with the design team to ensure brand consistency across all visual materials.
• Prepare design files for print and digital production, ensuring they meet technical specifications.
• Learn and apply new design techniques and software functionalities under guidance.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas to design projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or relevant diploma in Graphic Design or a related creative field.
• A strong portfolio showcasing foundational design skills and creativity.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Basic understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.
• Eagerness to learn and develop design skills further.
• Good communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level annual salary.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced designers.
• Exposure to a wide range of design projects and industries.
• A collaborative and encouraging team culture in Paarl .
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.