Graphic Designer (Junior)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship

Portfolio building

On-site in Soweto

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a junior graphic designer to join our vibrant team on-site. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to develop your design skills across social media, web, presentations, and print materials.

You will support the senior design team, contribute to campaigns, and learn applying brand guidelines while building your portfolio and professional confidence in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related qualification in Graphic Design or related field.
• Strong portfolio showcasing foundational design skills (academic projects are acceptable).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Basic understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.
• Eagerness to learn and take direction from senior team members.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of graphics for social media, websites, presentations, and print materials under the guidance of senior designers.
• Prepare final layouts for print production, ensuring proper formatting and resolution.
• Help maintain and organize digital assets and design archives.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for new design concepts and campaigns.
• Adhere to brand guidelines and ensure visual consistency across all design outputs.
• Learn and apply new design techniques and software as required.

Skills

Portfolio development

Communication skills

Creativity

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree or related qualification in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Junior Graphic Designer to join their vibrant team in Soweto . This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your design skills and gain hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will support the senior design team in creating visually appealing graphics for various marketing and communication materials. The ideal candidate has a passion for design, a foundational understanding of design principles, and is eager to learn and grow. This role is based on-site, providing valuable mentorship and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of graphics for social media, websites, presentations, and print materials under the guidance of senior designers.
• Prepare final layouts for print production, ensuring proper formatting and resolution.
• Help maintain and organize digital assets and design archives.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for new design concepts and campaigns.
• Adhere to brand guidelines and ensure visual consistency across all design outputs.
• Learn and apply new design techniques and software as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or relevant qualification in Graphic Design or a related creative field.
• A strong portfolio showcasing foundational design skills and creativity (academic projects are acceptable).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Basic understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.
• Eagerness to learn and take direction from senior team members.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with regular performance reviews.
• Full-time employment with a supportive benefits package.
• Mentorship from experienced design professionals.
• Opportunities for skill development and portfolio building.
• A collaborative and inspiring work environment in Soweto .