East Coast Radio (ECR) is offering an exciting opportunity for a Graphic Design Intern to join their dynamic marketing team. If you are passionate about visual storytelling and have a keen eye for design, this internship could be the perfect fit for you. As a Graphic Design Intern, you will play a key role in creating engaging visual content for social media, websites, marketing campaigns, and more.
Internship Overview
- Location: Durban North
- Industry: PR/Communications/Journalism/Media and Promotions
- Job Type: Contract
- Reference: GDI01
- Positions Available: 1
Key Responsibilities
Graphic Design Creation
The intern will be responsible for designing a wide range of materials across different platforms. This includes:
- Creating station collateral and digital assets for websites, social media, email campaigns, invites, press ads, billboards, and street posters.
- Developing seasonal campaign visuals.
- Designing traditional media items such as brochures, flyers, business cards, and billboards in line with ECR’s Corporate Identity (CI) manual.
- Generating internal station messaging and external client-facing designs.
- Crafting templates in Canva and PowerPoint for various marketing needs.
Event Design Work
The intern will also assist in designing elements for ECR’s events and activations, which includes:
- Interpreting creative briefs from the marketing manager to design digital elements for events.
- Designing and booking press ads for events and activations.
- Creating on-screen creatives for media partnerships, events, and activations.
- Developing event programmes, campaign email signatures, and client cards for gift drops.
- Designing social media collateral tailored to each event or campaign.
On-Air and Promotional Design
ECR values consistent and compelling visual content, and the intern will contribute to:
- Designing social media posters and cover images for on-air shows.
- Updating social media artwork monthly to ensure it aligns with current branding.
- Creating feature templates for presenters and shows.
- Tracking the online creative content shared by the digital team.
Sales and Trade Marketing
Supporting the sales and marketing teams will also be a vital part of the role:
- Updating the Mediakit and trade presentation materials monthly.
- Designing sales collateral and client invites.
- Conceptualising innovative new ways to enhance design work for sales and marketing purposes.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- A National Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
- Experience with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with Mac OS and strong design skills.
- A Code 08 Driver’s License is required.
- Knowledge in photography is a plus.
Competencies
- Ability to understand and interpret creative briefs.
- Conceptually strong with a passion for design.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and a proactive, “can do” attitude.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
How to Apply for the Internship
To apply for the Graphic Design Intern position at Kagiso Media – East Coast Radio, please submit your CV along with a portfolio of your recent design work. Be sure to showcase your ability to create visually compelling content for different mediums, from social media to traditional print.
This internship offers a unique chance to work with one of South Africa’s leading radio stations, East Coast Radio. The role will provide invaluable experience in the fast-paced media industry, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on a variety of projects. You’ll be part of a creative, forward-thinking team and gain hands-on experience in a range of design-related tasks.
If you’re a creative thinker with a passion for design and want to kickstart your career in the media industry, this could be the opportunity you’re looking for.
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