Junior Designer
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Hybrid – Johannesburg (Melrose Arch)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Financial Services | SaaS | DesignWatersEdge Solutions is looking for a passionate and detail-driven Junior Designer to join a growing creative team within a leading fintech environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a design graduate or early-career creative to grow their portfolio while working on high-impact, real-world projects—from digital content to branded collateral.About the Role
As Junior Designer, you’ll support a multidisciplinary design team across various internal and client-facing projects. You’ll contribute to creating professional, on-brand design assets for social media, presentations, digital campaigns, and print materials. You’ll also be exposed to product design, marketing strategy, and branding best practices in a fast-paced, B2B software environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign digital and print-ready graphics for social media, presentations, and marketing collateralEdit, retouch, and optimise images for various media formatsFollow brand guidelines and support senior designers on layout and production tasksParticipate in brainstorming sessions and present creative ideasPrepare final artwork files for production or uploadAccept and apply feedback constructively during reviewsWhat You’ll BringDegree or diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field (or equivalent experience)Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (image editing, illustration, vector design)Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign for layout and print designBasic understanding of animation or video tools (e.g., After Effects or Premiere Pro) is a plusSolid grasp of typography, colour theory, and visual hierarchyComfortable designing in PowerPoint and CanvaAbility to manage time, meet deadlines, and work with a high level of accuracyStrong communication skills and a growth-oriented mindsetA portfolio showcasing original work using Adobe Creative CloudNice to HaveFamiliarity with basic motion graphics or video editingExposure to tech or financial services design environmentsWillingness to learn new platforms and design softwareWhat’s On OfferJoin a fast-growing tech team with a close-knit, collaborative work cultureExposure to international design standards and multi-industry campaignsClear career development opportunities, with potential for rapid progressionFlexible work model with a focus on output, creativity, and qualitySupportive environment with access to world-class infrastructure and creative toolsCompany Culture
At WatersEdge Solutions, we work with forward-thinking teams that value design excellence, creativity, and growth. You’ll be part of a dynamic and diverse creative culture where your work directly impacts brand presence and customer experience. Our client fosters innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance—where good design is seen as a key driver of business value.If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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