Junior Graphic Design Apprentice

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend during apprenticeship

Mentorship from experienced designers

Hands-on experience in professional GD

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a curious Junior Graphic Design Apprentice to join their remote-friendly creative team. You’ll gain hands-on experience across branding, marketing collateral, and digital assets while building a professional portfolio.

You will collaborate with designers and marketing pros, receive mentorship from industry experts, and work in a flexible, remote-first environment. A strong portfolio and eagerness to learn are essential for success in this apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Portfolio showcasing design work (academic or personal)
• Proficiency in graphic design software (Adobe)
• Good eye for visual aesthetics, color, typography, layout
• Excellent communication and ability to receive feedback
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating visual concepts for digital and print media
• Develop graphics for social media, websites, email campaigns, and marketing materials
• Work with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Prepare design files for production following brand guidelines
• Collaborate with team to brainstorm ideas and refine concepts
• Organize and maintain a library of design assets

Skills

Strong portfolio

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Visual design sense

Communication skills

Remote work

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and imaginative Junior Graphic Design Apprentice to join their creative team. This is a fully remote role, offering a fantastic chance to hone your design skills and build a professional portfolio. You will work on diverse projects, from branding and marketing collateral to digital assets, collaborating closely with designers and marketing professionals. We are looking for individuals with a strong visual sense, a passion for design, and a keenness to learn and grow within a dynamic, remote-first creative environment. This apprenticeship provides hands-on experience and guidance from industry experts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of visual concepts and designs for digital and print media.
• Develop graphics for social media, websites, email campaigns, and marketing materials.
• Work with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Prepare design files for production, ensuring accuracy and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to brainstorm ideas and refine design concepts.
• Organize and maintain a library of design assets.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing creative design work (academic or personal projects accepted).
• Proficiency in, or willingness to quickly learn, graphic design software like Adobe Creative Suite.
• A good eye for visual aesthetics, color, typography, and layout.
• Excellent communication and ability to receive constructive feedback.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable remote workspace.

Benefits

• Stipend during the apprenticeship, with potential for salary increase and future employment.
• Hands-on experience in professional graphic design.
• Mentorship from experienced designers.
• Opportunity to build a strong professional portfolio.
• Creative and collaborative remote work environment.