Remote Junior Graphic Designer Apprentice

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Mentorship from professionals

Portfolio-building opportunities

Potential for full-time employment

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a fully remote Junior Graphic Designer Apprenticeship, enabling you to start your design career from anywhere. You will work under experienced art directors and designers, focusing on mastering design software, branding concepts, and delivering creative concepts in a collaborative virtual environment.

You will gain hands-on experience with real client projects, build a diverse portfolio, and receive mentorship while developing strong visual communication skills in a

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing design work (personal projects or academic).
• Willingness to learn industry-standard design software.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior designers in creating visual concepts for campaigns, websites and social media.
• Learn and apply design principles, typography and color theory.
• Use Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign under supervision.
• Prepare design assets for digital and print platforms.
• Contribute ideas in brainstorming sessions.
• Ensure brand consistency across materials.
• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a remote workflow.
• Collaborate with marketing and development teams online.
• Gather feedback and iterate on designs.
• Organize and maintain design files and assets.

Skills

Portfolio

Design software

Communication

Remote work

Education

Graphic Design Diploma

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge digital marketing agency with a global reach, is offering a fully remote Junior Graphic Designer Apprenticeship. This is an exciting chance for creative individuals to launch their design career from anywhere. You will work under the guidance of experienced art directors and designers, contributing to a variety of client projects. The apprenticeship focuses on developing proficiency in design software, understanding branding principles, and executing creative concepts in a remote team setting. Our client is committed to nurturing emerging talent and provides a dynamic virtual environment where apprentices can learn, experiment, and grow their portfolios. This role is perfect for self-disciplined individuals who are passionate about visual communication and thrive in a collaborative online space.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting senior designers in creating visual concepts for marketing campaigns, websites, and social media.
• Learning and applying design principles, typography, and color theory.
• Using design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign under supervision.
• Preparing design assets for various digital and print platforms.
• Participating in brainstorming sessions and contributing creative ideas.
• Ensuring brand consistency across all design materials.
• Managing multiple design tasks and meeting deadlines in a remote workflow.
• Collaborating with the marketing and development teams through online communication tools.
• Gathering feedback on designs and making revisions as needed.
• Organizing and maintaining design files and assets.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing creative design skills (even from personal projects or academic work).
• Proficiency with or a strong willingness to learn industry-standard design software.
• A keen eye for detail, aesthetics, and visual composition.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills suitable for remote work.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage time effectively.
• A degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field is advantageous but not essential if a strong portfolio is presented.
• Understanding of basic marketing and branding concepts is a plus.
• Ability to take constructive criticism and iterate on designs.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home workspace.
• Passion for design and digital creativity.

Benefits

• Fully remote position, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive apprenticeship program focused on practical design skills.
• Mentorship from experienced creative professionals.
• Opportunity to build a diverse design portfolio with real client work.
• Competitive apprentice salary and potential for full-time employment.
• Access to online design resources and training materials.
• A vibrant and supportive virtual team culture.
• Exposure to diverse industries and creative challenges.