Junior Designer - Digital & Print (JB5527)

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic FinTech company in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, is seeking a Junior Designer to work on digital and print projects. This entry-level role involves crafting visual assets and collaborating with a marketing team. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Graphic Design, proficiency in Adobe tools, and a passion for design. Competitive salary ranging from R15,000 to R20,000 per month offered.

Benefits

Exposure to real-world design projects

Collaborative team environment

Mentorship from experienced creatives

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with basic video or animation tools.
• Understanding of typography, colour theory, layout, and composition.

Responsibilities

• Design graphics for social media and presentations.
• Assist senior designers on key projects.
• Retouch images and prep artwork for production.
• Participate in design reviews and respond constructively to feedback.

Skills

Attention to detail

Creativity

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

PowerPoint

Canva

Job description

Junior Designer - Digital & Print (JB5527)
Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Salary: R15 000 - R20 000 per month
Employment Type: Permanent
Workplace: In-Office

Ready to kick-start your design career?
Join a dynamic, fast-growing FinTech company transforming how businesses manage employee share incentive plans. Backed by one of the world’s largest RegTech groups, the company supports over 150 clients worldwide while maintaining the agility and culture of a close-knit startup.

As a Junior Designer, you’ll work across digital and print projects, supporting campaigns, crafting visual assets, and collaborating closely with a creative and data-driven marketing team. This is an entry-level role ideal for someone curious, detail-focused, and enthusiastic about growing in the design space.

Minimum Requirements:
Degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or similar (or equivalent work experience).
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign.
Familiarity with basic video or animation tools (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro).
Understanding of typography, colour theory, layout, and composition.
Comfortable designing for both print and digital.
Comfortable using PowerPoint and Canva.
Portfolio showcasing your creative work using Adobe tools.
Strong organisational, time management, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and use constructive feedback.

Key Responsibilities:
Design graphics and layouts for social media, presentations, print, and branding.
Assist senior designers on key projects and follow brand guidelines.
Retouch images and prep artwork for production.
Join creative brainstorming sessions and bring fresh ideas to life.
Support internal teams with PowerPoint and Canva design work.
Participate in design reviews and respond constructively to feedback.

What's in it for you?
Exposure to a variety of real-world design projects in a global tech business.
Collaborative, youthful team environment.
Hands-on mentorship and guidance from experienced creatives.
A foot in the door at a global SaaS company with exciting growth potential
Purpose-driven work that makes a visible impact.

If you’re passionate about visual storytelling and eager to develop your design skills in a high-performance SaaS environment, this is the opportunity you've been looking for - apply now!
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