Junior Graphic Designer

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We're Hiring: Junior Graphic Designer & Digital Marketer

Powered by Aardvargo | Remote | Part-Time/Internship

Are you a creative thinker who can bring brands to life through visuals and storytelling?

Do you thrive on solving challenges with fresh design or digital marketing strategies?

If yes — you might just be the next talent we’re looking for!

Position Details

Type: Remote, Half-Day (Internship or Entry-Level)

Compensation: Will be discussed during the interview.

Location: South Africa (Flexible – Must have reliable internet and own equipment)

Start Date: As soon as we find the right person!

What You’ll Do

You’ll be working across two creative areas:

Graphic Design Tasks (Main Position & Task)

Role Summary:

Supports the design team by creating visual content for digital and print platforms. Ensures brand consistency while contributing fresh creative ideas to campaigns and materials.

Key Responsibilities:

Design marketing collateral (flyers, brochures, banners, posters, etc.)

Create social media graphics, digital ads, and web visuals

Assist in branding work such as logos, brand guides, and stationery

Prepare print-ready artwork and liaise with printers/suppliers

Work alongside marketing and development teams to deliver assets

Incorporate feedback into revisions and final outputs

Keep up with design and social media trends to keep work fresh

Animate simple graphics for reels or social posts (using After Effects or Canva animations)

Design and export assets for web (web-optimised images)

Assist with basic web layout mock-ups or UI/UX concepts in Figma

Manage and organise design assets in cloud storage or team systems

Support with packaging design or product mock-ups when needed

Expectations:

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Basic knowledge of Canva and/or Figma is advantageous

Good grasp of layout, colour theory, typography, and brand design

Portfolio that demonstrates creativity and technical skills

Ability to handle multiple design projects simultaneously

Attention to detail and good time management

Openness to feedback and willingness to learn and grow

Understanding of how design works across different platforms (social, print, web)

Digital Marketing Tasks (Bonus/Secondary Position & Task)

* An increase in monthly salary will be considered if you are able to successfully perform the following tasks.

Role Summary:

Assists the marketing team in executing campaigns, creating content, managing social media, and tracking analytics to support brand growth and online visibility.

Key Responsibilities:

Schedule and publish content on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.

Support email marketing campaigns (Mailchimp, Zoho Campaigns, etc.)

Assist with blog writing, proofreading, and basic content creation

Conduct keyword research and help with SEO optimization tasks

Help manage paid ads (Meta Ads, Google Ads) and report on performance

Update and maintain website content using CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress)

Track campaign analytics and prepare basic performance reports

Monitor online community engagement and respond to comments/messages

Create and manage paid advertising campaigns on Meta and Google

Use Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Tag Manager independently

Write SEO-optimised blog posts and landing page copy

Create simple performance dashboards or reports using tools like Looker Studio

Assist with funnel creation or marketing automation tools (e.g., Mailchimp flows, Zapier, ZOHO CRM automations)

Expectations:

Strong communication and copywriting skills (grammar, tone, clarity)

Familiarity with digital tools: Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics, Google Ads

Basic understanding of SEO, email marketing, and PPC campaigns

Ability to think analytically and interpret marketing data

Comfortable using CMS tools like WordPress

Eagerness to stay updated with digital trends and marketing tactics

Ability to multitask and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Creative mindset and proactive approach to learning

Must-Haves

Reliable internet connection

Your own laptop/PC to work from

A basic design or marketing portfolio (even classwork or passion projects are welcome)

Minimum 1 year of experience or currently studying Graphic Design or Digital Marketing

A good attitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow instructions carefully

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Temp to perm, Internship, Graduate

Contract length: 6 months

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have?

Education:

Diploma (Required)

Work Location: Remote

Industries:Marketing & Advertising

Function: Graphic Design