Hybrid Apprentice Graphic Designer — Mentorship

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive apprenticeship program

Mentorship from experienced designers

Exposure to diverse projects

Portfolio development

Career growth opportunities

Competitive starting stipend

Creative and technical skills growth

Vibrant work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking Apprentice Graphic Designers for a hybrid role. You will gain hands-on experience across branding, digital assets, marketing collateral, and web graphics under mentorship from senior designers.

Attend the Soweto studio for collaboration and client meetings, with some remote work. You’ll learn industry-standard software, contribute to visual storytelling, and develop a strong design portfolio.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent; a portfolio demonstrating design skills is highly desirable.
• Willingness to learn industry-standard design software and design principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating visuals for a variety of media.
• Use design software (Adobe Creative Suite) to produce assets.
• Learn branding elements, logos, and style guides.
• Create graphics for social media, websites, and campaigns.
• Prepare designs for print and digital production.
• Collaborate with the design team and other departments to understand project requirements.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas.
• Incorporate feedback from senior designers and clients into designs.
• Maintain consistency in brand messaging and visual identity across all materials.
• Assist with image sourcing, editing, and retouching.

Skills

Design fundamentals

Creativity

Communication

Education

Grade 12 certificate

Portfolio showcasing design work

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking Apprentice Graphic Designers for a hybrid role. You will gain hands-on experience across branding, digital assets, marketing collateral, and web graphics under mentorship from senior designers.

Attend the Soweto studio for collaboration and client meetings, with some remote work. You’ll learn industry-standard software, contribute to visual storytelling, and develop a strong design portfolio.