Junior Graphic Designer

Placements24; The Islands (MS); On-site; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend provided

Mentorship from experienced designers

Hands-on experience in a professional設

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Graphic Designer to join our vibrant marketing team in Paarl on an internship. This hands-on role offers real design projects and close collaboration with senior designers to build your portfolio and learn branding best practices in a supportive environment.

You will assist with campaigns, develop basic layouts, prepare print-ready files, and contribute fresh ideas.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a Graphic Design degree or diploma.
• Basic proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• A portfolio of academic and personal design work.
• Strong interest in visual design, typography, and layout.
• Willing to learn and take direction from seniors.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior designers in creating visual assets for campaigns, social media, and print.
• Develop basic graphic elements, layouts, and templates under guidance.
• Prepare files for print and digital use with accuracy.
• Participate in brainstorming and contribute ideas.
• Help maintain brand consistency across outputs.
• Learn and apply new design techniques and software features.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite basics

Portfolio

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Junior Graphic Designer to join their vibrant marketing department in Paarl . This internship provides an excellent opportunity for an emerging designer to gain hands‑on experience and contribute to real‑world design projects. You will work closely with the senior design team, assisting in the creation of various marketing materials and learning best practices in visual communication and branding. This is a fantastic chance to develop your skills in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior designers in creating visual assets for marketing campaigns, social media, and print materials.
• Develop basic graphic elements, layouts, and templates under guidance.
• Prepare files for print and digital use, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas.
• Help maintain brand consistency across various design outputs.
• Learn and apply new design techniques and software functionalities.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• A portfolio showcasing academic projects and personal design work.
• Strong interest in visual design, typography, and layout principles.
• Eagerness to learn and take direction from senior team members.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Stipend provided, commensurate with an internship position.
• Valuable hands‑on experience in a professional design setting.
• Mentorship from experienced graphic designers.
• Exposure to diverse design projects and industry standards.
• Opportunity for potential future employment based on performance and business needs.