Graphic Design Internship Programme at Mintek

Introduction

• An exciting career opportunity exists at Mintek for a Graphic design internship position. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the Information & Communications Department with graphic design and other digital and media related activities. All qualified candidates are invited to apply.

Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• The purpose is to provide practical work experience to students who have completed their degree.

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Originate and design of graphic material for reprographic/print and electronic media.
• Originate, design and produce digital presentations, maps, charts, logos, tech drawings and digital material for the website.
• Page design and lay-out for print and electronic newsletters.
• Design and preparation of artwork for printed and electronic media
• Scanning of various materials (documents, negatives, positives, transparencies), conversion between file formats and image optimisation to suit different end users.
• Use computer software to generate new images.
• Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer.
• Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.
• Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
• Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client.
• Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients and/or head and making necessary changes.
• Study illustrations and photographs to plan presentation of materials, products, or services.
• Prepare notes and instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts for printing.
• Develop negatives and prints to produce layout photographs, using negative and print developing equipment and tools.
• Photograph layouts, using camera, to make layout prints for supervisors or clients

JOB KNOWLEDGE /SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Computer Literacy in:
  •    Adobe Suite in Design, Photoshop, Illustrator and Digital Apps,
  •   MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint 
• Knowledge of photography
• Flexibility between digital and print media
• Sound communication skills
• Good client interface skills
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must be willing to work overtime when required
• Fluent is spoken and written English

 
QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) degree in Graphic Design.
• Excellent academic record: 60% average

 
PROSPECTIVE INTERNS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING AS ONE DOCUMENT:

• Curriculum Vitae.
• Certified academic record;
• Certified Degree Certificate;
• Copy of ID
• PDF Portfolio of your graphic design work or provide a link on your CV to access the Portfolio.