Graphic Designer (Junior)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Mentorship and training

Exposure to diverse design projects

Collaborative virtual team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Junior Graphic Designer to join our creative team on a fully remote basis. You will support the senior designers in producing visual assets for marketing, digital media, and corporate communications.

Ideal candidates are learning-focused, with a foundation in design principles and a passion for storytelling. This role offers mentorship, flexible remote work, and exposure to diverse projects across industries.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating foundational graphic design skills and creativity.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Basic typography, color theory, and layout understanding.
• Strong remote communication and feedback implementation.
• Eagerness to learn and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior designers in creating social graphics, banners, and templates.
• Adapt designs and brand elements for marketing materials and digital platforms.
• Perform basic image editing, retouching, and manipulation.
• Contribute ideas in brainstorming for new design concepts.
• Ensure work follows brand guidelines under remote supervision.

Skills

Graphic design basics

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Typography knowledge

Remote collaboration

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Junior Graphic Designer to join their creative team on a fully remote basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging designer to gain hands‑on experience and contribute to a variety of exciting projects. You will support the senior design team in developing visual assets for marketing, digital media, and corporate communications. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses a foundational understanding of design principles, and is passionate about visual storytelling, thriving in a supportive, remote work culture that encourages growth and skill development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior designers in creating a range of visual assets, including social media graphics, website banners, and presentation templates.
• Adapt existing designs and brand elements for various marketing materials and digital platforms.
• Perform basic image editing, retouching, and manipulation tasks.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new design concepts and campaigns.
• Ensure all design work adheres to brand guidelines and project specifications under remote supervision.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing foundational graphic design skills and creativity.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) is essential.
• Basic understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design principles.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to receive and implement feedback effectively in a remote setting.
• Eagerness to learn, a proactive attitude, and a keen eye for detail.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary for a junior role.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing maximum flexibility.
• Mentorship and training from experienced design professionals.
• Exposure to a wide array of design projects and industries.
• A collaborative and encouraging virtual team environment.