Hybrid Junior Graphic Designer Apprentice – Mentored

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Mentorship from senior designers

Hybrid work model

Opportunity for full-time position

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Pretoria, Gauteng offers a Junior Graphic Designer Apprenticeship designed for individuals passionate about visual arts and design. Apprentices gain hands-on experience with the design team, learning industry-standard software and techniques while contributing to real projects.

The role combines in-office collaboration with flexible remote work and emphasizes mentorship, career development, and practical training across branding, marketing assets, and multimedia design.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a portfolio showing creative work is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design principles and software (Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong visual creativity and artistic flair.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating visual assets for marketing materials, websites, and social media.
• Learn to use design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Develop concepts for design projects under guidance.
• Ensure brand consistency across all visual communications.
• Collaborate with marketing and content teams to meet design needs.
• Prepare final artwork files for print and digital production.
• Participate in design brainstorming and contribute ideas.
• Adhere to project timelines and deliver high-quality designs.
• Learn typography, color theory, and layout principles.

Skills

Graphic design basics

Visual communication

Creativity

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

WhatJobs Direct in Pretoria, Gauteng offers a Junior Graphic Designer Apprenticeship designed for individuals passionate about visual arts and design. Apprentices gain hands-on experience with the design team, learning industry-standard software and techniques while contributing to real projects.

The role combines in-office collaboration with flexible remote work and emphasizes mentorship, career development, and practical training across branding, marketing assets, and multimedia design.