Junior Designer (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) (JHB)
IT – Designer
Johannesburg – Gauteng – South Africa
ENVIRONMENT:
THE talents of a Junior Designer who is passionate about visual storytelling, eager to develop their skills, and excited to work on a variety of design projects is sought to join the Design team of a provider of cutting-edge Financial Tools in Joburg. This is a hands-on role that requires strategic thinking, analytical acumen, and a passion for
data-driven marketing in a B2B software-as-a-service (SaaS) environment. You will also require a Degree/Diploma in Graphic Design/Visual Communication or a similar field (or equivalent work experience), have proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, PowerPoint, Canva and understand Typography, Colour Theory & Composition. A portfolio showcasing your design work, especially the utilisation of Adobe tools, will be expected.
DUTIES:
- Assist in the creation of graphics and layouts for digital and print materials, including social media, presentations, advertisements, and branding assets.
- Support Senior Designers with project tasks and follow established design guidelines.
- Edit and retouch images as needed for marketing and sales collateral.
- Contribute creative ideas during team brainstorming sessions.
- Prepare final art files for production, ensuring all deliverables are high-quality and on-brand.
- Participate in design reviews and respond to feedback constructively.
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications –
- Degree or Diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Experience/Skills –
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator for image editing, illustration, and vector design.
- Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign for layouts and print design.
- Understanding of Typography, Colour Theory, and Composition.
- Comfortable preparing files for web and print.
- Comfortable with PowerPoint design.
- Canva design.
- Portfolio showcasing your design work, especially using Adobe tools.
Advantageous –
- Familiarity with basic animation or video tools (e.g., Adobe After Effects or Adobe Premiere Pro) is a plus.
ATTRIBUTES:
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under deadlines and manage time efficiently.
- Willingness to learn new tools and design techniques.