Graphic Design Apprentice — Hybrid Studio & Mentorship

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on agency experience

Mentorship from senior designers

Access to design software and tools

Hybrid work model

Portfolio development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng seeks a creative Graphic Design Apprentice to learn and contribute to a range of client projects. You will work under experienced designers, building a professional portfolio with branding, marketing collateral, and digital assets.

You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic agency, with mentorship and exposure to varied design challenges in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating creative potential and basic design skills.
• Proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign is essential.
• Strong eye for detail, aesthetics and visual balance.
• Understanding of design principles and current trends.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Matric or equivalent; a graphic design certificate is advantageous.
• Able to commute to Sandton, Gauteng for in-office days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating graphics for print and digital media (social posts, ads, brochures, websites).
• Learn layout, typography, color theory, and composition.
• Work with Adobe Creative Suite under senior designers.
• Support concept development and mood boards.
• Prepare design files for print or digital deployment.
• Organize design assets and project files.
• Contribute ideas in brainstorming sessions.
• Ensure designs align with client brand guidelines and objectives.

Skills

Strong portfolio

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Visual communication

Typography

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Diploma or certificate in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Design software proficiency

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng seeks a creative Graphic Design Apprentice to learn and contribute to a range of client projects. You will work under experienced designers, building a professional portfolio with branding, marketing collateral, and digital assets.

You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic agency, with mentorship and exposure to varied design challenges in a hybrid work setup.