Junior Graphic Designer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship and hands-on training

Exposure to diverse projects

Creative and collaborative atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks a motivated Junior Graphic Designer to join the creative team. The role offers exposure to branding, marketing materials, and digital content within the Arts & Entertainment sector.

You will collaborate with senior designers and marketing professionals in a hybrid work setup, balancing office collaboration with focused remote work and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or diploma in Graphic Design or related field.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign (Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong portfolio showing foundational design principles and creativity.
• Solid typography, color theory, and layout understanding.
• Ability to accept and apply constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Design visually appealing graphics for marketing campaigns, social media, websites, and print materials.
• Collaborate with the design team to brainstorm and develop creative concepts.
• Assist in maintaining brand consistency across all visual communications.
• Prepare design files for print and digital production, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Incorporate feedback from senior designers and stakeholders into revisions.

Education

Graphic Design degree or diploma

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite (PS, Illustrator, InDesign)

Typography

Layout design

Color theory

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and imaginative Junior Graphic Designer to join their creative team in Richards Bay . This role offers an excellent opportunity for an emerging artist to develop their skills within the diverse Arts & Entertainment industry, working on a variety of visual assets. You will contribute to branding, marketing materials, and digital content, collaborating closely with senior designers and marketing professionals. The position embraces a hybrid work model , allowing for both in-office collaboration and focused remote work, providing a balanced introduction to a professional creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design visually appealing graphics for marketing campaigns, social media, websites, and print materials.
• Collaborate with the design team to brainstorm and develop creative concepts.
• Assist in maintaining brand consistency across all visual communications.
• Prepare design files for print and digital production, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Incorporate feedback from senior designers and stakeholders into design revisions.

Requirements

• A relevant degree or diploma in Graphic Design or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• A strong portfolio showcasing foundational design principles and creative flair.
• Good understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design.
• Ability to receive and implement constructive criticism effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based increases.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Mentorship and hands-on training from experienced graphic design professionals.
• Exposure to a wide range of projects within the Arts & Entertainment sector.
• A creative and collaborative work atmosphere.