Apprentice Graphic Designer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced designers

Hands-on real projects

Portfolio development and growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an Apprentice Graphic Designer to join the marketing and communications team. You will work under experienced designers on branding, brochures, social media assets, and presentations.

This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to real-world projects, with in-office collaboration and feedback to help build your portfolio and develop practical design skills.

Qualifications

• Portfolio showcasing basic design skills and creativity.
• Proficiency with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• A keen eye for aesthetics, detail, and layout.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Eagerness to learn new design techniques and software.
• High school diploma or equivalent; art or design-related coursework is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating visual concepts, graphics, and layouts for various media.
• Develop designs for social media posts, advertisements, brochures, and presentations.
• Learn to use design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Work with marketing and content teams to produce visually appealing assets.
• Ensure all designs adhere to brand guidelines and quality standards.
• Assist with photo editing and image manipulation tasks.

Skills

Portfolio

Aesthetics

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and imaginative Apprentice Graphic Designer to join their marketing and communications team in Bloemfontein . This is an ideal role for aspiring designers looking to develop their skills and build a professional portfolio. You will work under the guidance of experienced designers, contributing to a variety of visual projects, including branding, marketing materials, and digital assets. We provide a supportive environment for learning and hands-on experience. This position requires regular in-office attendance to facilitate direct collaboration and feedback.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in creating visual concepts, graphics, and layouts for various media.
• Develop designs for social media posts, advertisements, brochures, and presentations.
• Learn to use design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Work with marketing and content teams to produce visually appealing assets.
• Ensure all designs adhere to brand guidelines and quality standards.
• Assist with photo editing and image manipulation tasks.

Requirements

• A portfolio showcasing basic design skills and creativity.
• Proficiency with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• A keen eye for aesthetics, detail, and layout.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Eagerness to learn new design techniques and software.
• High school diploma or equivalent; art or design-related coursework is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive apprenticeship salary.
• Mentorship from experienced graphic designers.
• Hands-on experience with real-world design projects.
• Exposure to branding and marketing strategy.
• Opportunities for creative exploration and skill development.