Photography jobs in Paarl, Western Cape

Purpose of the Role

The primary purpose of the internship is to support the Creative Studio in developing innovative and engaging creative solutions that strengthen brand expression and customer engagement.

A key responsibility of the role will be assisting the Head of Creative and creative team in developing concepts for campaigns and brand communications. This includes:

• Researching trends, audiences, competitors and creative inspiration.
• Brainstorming ideas and creative territories.
• Sketching, visualising and presenting concepts.
• Creating mood boards and concept presentations.
• Exploring AI-generated creative possibilities.
• Assisting with visual execution across multiple channels.

The successful candidate will gain exposure to both traditional creative thinking and emerging AI-enabled creative workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Concept Development

• Support the Creative Director and Studio team in conceptualising campaigns and creative projects.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and creative workshops.
• Develop mood boards, concept presentations and visual references.
• Research consumer trends, visual culture and emerging creative technologies.

Design & Art Direction Support

• Create visually compelling artwork for print and digital platforms.
• Assist in the development of campaign visuals and creative assets.
• Support photoshoots, content production and art direction activities where required.
• Apply strong typography, composition and visual storytelling principles.

AI & Emerging Technology Exploration

• Research and experiment with AI-powered creative tools.
• Use AI to support ideation, image generation, creative exploration and content development.
• Explore new applications of AI in design, content creation and marketing.
• Contribute ideas on how emerging technologies can improve studio workflows and creative outcomes.

Digital Content Creation

• Design social media content, digital advertisements, email assets and promotional materials.
• Assist with campaign rollouts across various customer touchpoints.
• Support content creation for websites, social media and internal communications.

Collaboration & Studio Support

• Work closely with Designers, Copywriters, Brand Managers and Marketing teams.
• Assist with project administration and creative presentations.
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Participate in team reviews and creative critique sessions.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Qualification or current studies in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Art Direction, Multimedia Design, Advertising or a related field.
• Portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and design capabilities.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, composition and visual storytelling.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English.

Advantageous

• Illustration and freehand drawing skills.
• Photography, motion design or video editing experience.
• Exposure to AI design tools and generative creativity platforms.
• Previous internship, freelance or project-based design experience.

Technical Skills

Design & Creative Tools

• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Figma
• Canva

AI & Emerging Technology

Exposure to, or strong interest in:

• Adobe Firefly
• Microsoft Copilot
• ChatGPT
• Midjourney
• Runway
• Other AI creative platforms

Key Competencies

Creative Thinking

• Strong conceptual and ideation skills.
• Ability to generate original ideas and creative solutions.
• Curiosity and willingness to experiment.

Design Craft

• Attention to detail.
• Strong visual communication skills.
• Good understanding of branding and design systems.

Personal Effectiveness

• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Open to feedback and continuous learning.

Future-Focused Mindset

• Passion for technology and innovation.
• Interest in AI and the future of creative work.
• Ability to adapt to evolving creative tools and workflows.

What You'll Learn

During the internship, you will gain practical experience in:

• Art Direction
• Campaign Concept Development
• Brand Design
• Creative Strategy
• AI-Enabled Creative Workflows
• Digital Content Creation
• Motion and Multimedia Thinking
• Presentation and Pitch Development
• Marketing and Brand Communications
• Studio Operations and Creative Collaboration

Why Join Spur?

You'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team of designers, copywriters, marketers, content creators and creative leaders while helping shape the future of some of South Africa's most iconic restaurant brands.

This internship is designed to develop the next generation of creative talent by combining strong design craft with emerging technologies, AI innovation, and strategic creative thinking. The successful candidate will leave with valuable real-world experience, a strengthened portfolio, and practical exposure to the future of creative work.

Values Alignment

Our creative leaders are values-driven, committed to excellence, and aligned with Spur Group’s vision to serve the greater good.

1. People First • In line with our culture of continuous learning and development, we grow our people through coaching and mentoring. • As courageous, we lead by example by taking action and making brave decisions with care • We value diversity and inclusion, and strive to connect with and empower our people, encouraging trust, optimism and a sense of fun! • We communicate with clarity and sensitivity by asking questions, offering honest feedback and listening with positive intentions 2. United by Purpose • We work together to create a collaborative work environment in which we can accomplish shared goals for a win-win outcome • We are resilient, because we seek solutions and confront challenges by consistently working towards success 3. Embrace Innovation • We champion innovation by remaining open to new ways of thinking and encouraging curiosity and creativity in our people 4. Empower Excellence • As leaders, we strive for excellence by demonstrating self-awareness, building strong relationships and achieving results with integrity.