Graduate Graphic Designer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hybrid work

Diverse design projects

Team support

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a Soweto-based team to recruit a Graduate Graphic Designer. This hybrid role offers a platform to develop a professional portfolio and contribute to a wide range of visual communication projects.

You will work closely with marketing and communications teams to design digital assets and print materials, ensure brand consistency, and meet deadlines across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative design work.
• Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.
• Good communication skills and ability to receive and incorporate feedback.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging visual concepts for marketing materials, websites, social media, and internal communications.
• Create and edit digital graphics, illustrations, and layouts using industry-standard design software.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and translate them into compelling designs.
• Ensure all designs align with brand guidelines and maintain visual consistency.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Typography

Color theory

Layout principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Diploma in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and talented Graduate Graphic Designer to join their vibrant team in Soweto . This hybrid role offers a fantastic platform for a budding designer to hone their skills and build a professional portfolio. You will contribute to a wide range of visual communication projects, from digital assets to print materials, working closely with marketing and communications teams. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong design sense and a passion for visual storytelling, offering a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design engaging visual concepts for marketing materials, websites, social media, and internal communications.
• Create and edit digital graphics, illustrations, and layouts using industry-standard design software.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and translate them into compelling designs.
• Ensure all designs align with brand guidelines and maintain visual consistency.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines effectively.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related creative field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative design work.
• Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.
• Good communication skills and ability to receive and incorporate feedback.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for bonuses.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and exciting design projects.
• Mentorship from experienced design professionals.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Supportive and inspiring creative team environment.