The Foschini Group is currently recruiting for Graphic Design intern based in Gauteng, South Africa
Closing date: Ongoing
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Key responsibilities:
- Design eye-catching marketing materials including digital & print ads, social media graphics, emailers & banners , newsletters, & adhoc promotional materials based on internal briefs.
- Conceptualising, designing and executing in-store signage such as store windows and product graphics for ATL & BTL elements
- Learning and assisting with studio photography
- Designing of seasonal catalogues to showcase products effectively.
- Supporting the marketing team by providing assistance during photoshoots and events as needed.
- Compilation of activation media
- Social media content (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & Tik Tok)
- Basic Animation (gifs, Video creation + Editing)
- Practical knowledge of Studio Photography (lighting, composition & basic photography)
- Packaging, Labels, Ad Hoc creative elements
- Conceptualisation and production of fresh ideas for online /digital material and print to be shot in the in house studio
- Executing against briefs
- Ensuring all work aligns with brand positioning & guidelines
- Weekly Competitive Retail Research: Digital & In Store
- Image Retouching
Qualifications:
- Relevant diploma or degree in Graphic Design or related field.
Skills:
- Proficient in: InDesign/Photoshop/Illustrator as well as any additional creative cloud suite programmes advantageous
- Apple Mac Efficient
- After Effects and Adobe Premier Pro (advantageous)
- Microsoft Office efficient
- Understanding of digital and print principles i.e. Repro & Layout
- Strong conceptual skills
- Graphic design skill for print and web
- Attention to detail (critical)
- Photographic skills advantageous
- Understanding of social media platforms and how to create collateral for the platforms
- Up to date with key digital & industry related trends
- Skills or knowledge in photography and Videography advantageous
- Adhere to all material deadlines
- Copywriting skill advantageous
Personal skills and attributes:
- Proactive, Driven and self-motivated
- Positive disposition with a willingness to learn and improve
- Able to take creative direction & constructive feedback
- Organised, deadline-driven & has good time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks
- Forward thinking and able to take initiative
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Trustworthy & reliable
