Graphic Designer Intern

Job Description: Graphic Designer Intern

The graphics designer Intern will be tasked with working on a variety of products, product designs and activities, such as, advertising collaterals,inclusive of website, social media, client and partner request, below the line materials,magazines,posters,product rate cards,flyers,exhibitions and displays, corporate communications and corporate identity,i.e giving organizations a visual ‘brand’. He/she will be responsible for receiving a brief and research,devising and developing concepts based on them with focus on providing solutions and design specifications.

Our Vision

Africa’s solution to bridging the talent gap.

Job Mission

You will work closely with our marketing and design teams to create visually compelling graphics and assets that effectively communicate our brand message. This internship will provide you with valuable hands-on experience in graphic design, as well as exposure to the recruitment industry.

Reporting to: Senior Designer and the Head of Marketing

Direct Reports: None

Key Responsibilities

You may need to manage more than one design brief at a time and typical activities include

Organizational:

● Develop design briefs that suit the client’s purpose

● Think creatively to produce new ideas,develop new concepts,graphics and layouts for both online and print/interactive design

● Using innovation to redefine a design brief with the constraints of costs and time

● Presenting finalized ideas and concepts to account managers

● Working with a range of media,including computer-aided design(CAD) and keeping up to date with emerging technologies.

● Proofreading to produce accurate and high quality work

● Demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches and working on layouts ready for print.

● Working as part of a team with printers,photographers and marketing specialists.

● Estimating the time required to complete the work and complete projects by coordinating with outside agencies,printers,where necessary.

● Review all final creative and be responsible for the accuracy of all art files and suggesting improvements if required.

Functional:

● Document proven tactics in the design process, and ensure adherence to the graphics design process framework.

● Meet your deadlines consistently in line with business goals and grow from strength to strength.

● Give feedback to the organization, comments and concerns that you receive from your clientele for the maintenance and development of better services.

● Communicate strongly with a clear neutral accent, able to speak convincingly and write just as well.

● Possess exceptional design skills and be able to work with minimal supervision.

● Demonstrate your attention to detail in your work, which is key to this role.

This is a challenging and exciting opportunity and is very rewarding to you, if you are the right candidate.

Key Relationships

● CEO

● CX and Sales team

● Social Media -Content Marketer

● In-house Designer

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Graphic Design degree/diploma or equivalent. Relevant subjects for graphic design work include those that involve visual arts.

2. At least 3-6 months of industry experience.

3. Passion for graphics design,and mobile and desktop platforms

4. Typeset,design and layout skills

5. A passion for digital design

6. An eye for detail

7. Organized and able to prioritize to meet deadlines.

8. 3D Design

9. Film/television

10. Fine art,graphic design,photography,visual art and illustration

11. Knowledge of the local market,competitors,product knowledge

12. Working knowledge of MS office

13. Fluent and excellent writing skills in English.

What to Expect and KPI’s

a) Design work often involves sitting and working at a computer for long periods of time till quality is attained.

b) Job satisfaction comes from creating high quality artwork and building a solid reputation. You will also be able to use creative powers to solve problems.

c) Although the work is mostly office-based,travel within the working day to meet clients may be required.

Benefits

1. Hands-on experience in a professional graphic design environment.

2. Exposure to the recruitment industry and an opportunity to work on various design projects.

3. Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.

4. Networking opportunities with industry experts and professionals.

5. Potential for future employment or referrals based on performance.