Junior Designer - Digital & Print (JB5527)

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

Job summary

A dynamic FinTech company in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Designer for digital and print projects. Ideal for someone with a degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communication, proficiency in Adobe tools, and strong creative skills. This entry-level role offers mentorship and exposure to real-world design projects in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Exposure to real-world design projects

Collaborative team environment

Hands-on mentorship

Growth potential in a global SaaS company

Purpose-driven work

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Adobe tools, especially Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Basic understanding of video editing tools.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design graphics and layouts for various media.
• Assist senior designers on key projects.
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Typography

Colour Theory

Layout and Composition

PowerPoint

Canva

Education

Degree or diploma in Graphic Design or Visual Communication

Job description

Overview

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!

Job specifics: Vacancy: 1

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