Creative Graduate (Studio)

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us! 

• Scale: Show the millions of Mr D customers what you can do 
• Learn: We work with the best of the best, and then some. 
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here’s your chance.

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Creative Graduate to join our design and content development team. This Graduate programme offers a unique opportunity to learn and contribute to exciting projects across a variety of media platforms. Ideal candidates are creative thinkers who thrive in fast-paced environments.

- Assist in the development and execution of visually engaging design elements for various projects, across various media platforms

- Collaborate with the team to develop innovative proactive concepts for campaigns.

- Support the design team with layout adjustments, asset creation, and production of visual content (e.g., graphics, videos, animations).

- Participate in team meetings and contribute fresh ideas to project discussions.

- Conduct research to support design concepts and content development.

- Help maintain and organize digital assets and project files.

- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, Journalism, or a related field.

- Proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Figma).

- Strong writing skills with an ability to adapt to different tones and styles.

- A keen eye for aesthetics and details in design.

- Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.

- Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

- A portfolio showcasing skills in both design and writing is highly desirable.

- Basic understanding of multimedia tools and software (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro) is a plus.

• takealot.com employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer-centric, fun and have the shared ambition of takealot.com being the leading e-commerce company in Africa.
• We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve.
• We are short on ego and high on output.
• We are doers and not only thinkers, it’s all in the execution after all.
• We love what we do and what we are creating.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Mentorship Program: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best, by learning from the best.
• Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere. 
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see? 

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.