CITY OF JOHANNESBURG - STUDENT INTERNSHIP CIRCULAR 017/2022 (STUDENT INTERNSHIP POSITIONS: GROUP COMMUNICATION AND MARKETING)

​STUDENT INTERNSHIP POSITIONS:
GROUP COMMUNICATION AND MARKETING 
 
An internship programme is an intervention by the City of Johannesburg to address the growing demand by a tertiary institution for students to undergo on-the-job exposure, as a pre-requisite to acquire an academic qualification or as a requirement after the acquisition of academic qualification to obtain experiential training. The City is committed to providing work-based training for students.
• This Vacancy is open to all qualifying STUDENTS in the Johannesburg Community for a period not exceeding 18 months 
• Interested applicants are invited to apply for the positions listed in the circular. 
• Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant documents (Certified Qualification/s, ID, and CV). 
• The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
• Appointments will be made in accordance with the COJ Employment Equity policy and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 
• The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
WHERE TO APPLY 
https://www.joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/Work%20in%20Joburg/Vacancies/2021%20Internships/2021-Internships.aspx
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. 

 
 

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Group Communication and Marketing Department has the following Internship opportunities available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen (18) months. 
 
DEPARTMENT: Group Communication and Marketing 
BRANCH: Marketing 
DESIGNATION: Internship: Motion / Animation Design 
REMUNERATION:
(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R9,043.21 (Basic Salary, no benefits) 
(Enrolled as a student) : R3 500.00 pm (Basic salary, no benefits) 
LOCATION: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 
• Grade 12 at NQF level 4; 
• Certificate or diploma in Multimedia Design / Motion / Animations Design at NQF level 6; 
• Exposure in 3D Animation & Visual Effect would be an added advantage; 
• Only City of Joburg residents will be considered. 
 
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The internship presents an opportunity to be trained in the art of visual communication involving various digital formats and to get practical and hands on experience in graphics and animation as well as various related administrative duties. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
• Liaising with clients and developing animation from their concepts. 
• Working creatively to produce original and aesthetically pleasing designs and solutions. 
• Creating storyboards that depict the script and narrative. 
• Creating character sketches for new animations based on design briefs 
• Developing storyboards for animation projects. 
• Designing backgrounds, sets and other elements of the animated environment. 
• Design artwork in various formats for all City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Units and Entities. 
• Assist in brainstorming concepts for upcoming projects. 
 
LEADING COMPETENCIES: 
• Must be able to independently and in a multidisciplinary team; 
• Must be able to articulate ideas i.e., discussing the requirements of a project; 
• Ability to follow detailed instruction to maintain service standard and turnaround. 
• Attention to detail, patience and concentration; 
• Accountability and time management; 
• Calmness under pressure to deliver high quality results in a very short time; 
• Creative problem solving and the ability to work through things until you get it right. 
 
CORE COMPETENCIES: 
• Computer literacy (MS Office applications, Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Premier Pro, Animate and/or 3ds Max, Autodesk Maya) 
• High level of concentration and multi-tasking ability; 
• Good Communication skill; 
• Design, build and deploy reports and dashboard using MS Power BI; 
• Teamwork and adherence to policies and regulations. 
 
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Vuyo Mazamisa 
Tel No: (011) 407 6452 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share.hsforms.com/1CJywwsc7RQmxsi1gVRYjXA469tl
APPLY ONLINE VIA WEBSITE: www.joburg.org.za
 
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 02 SEPTEMBER 2022 
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 
 
In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: 
• Credit Record, 
• CV validation and 
• Employment record verification, 
• Criminal check, and 
• Identity validation. 
 
 
 

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The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Group Communication and Marketing Department has the following Internship opportunities available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen (18) months. 
 
DEPARTMENT: Group Communication and Marketing 
BRANCH: Marketing 
DESIGNATION: Internship: Graphic / Multi-media Design 
REMUNERATION:
(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R9,043.21 (Basic Salary, no benefits) 
(Enrolled as a student) : R3 500.00 pm (Basic salary, no benefits) 
LOCATION: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre, 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 
• Grade 12 at NQF level 4; 
• Certificate or diploma in Graphic or Multimedia Design at NQF level 6; 
• Exposure or subject that include animation or visual effect would be an added advantage; 
• Only City of Joburg residents will be considered. 
 
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The internship presents an opportunity to get practical and hand on experience in graphic design/multimedia services as well as various related administrative duties. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
• Design artwork in various formats for all City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Units and Entities. 
• Study briefs and determine visual requirements, both print formats & digital formats Design and lay-out of publications. 
• Develop graphic material for the CoJ website and Intranet, social media, and other programmes. 
• Design Adhoc banners and email signatures. 
• Create billboards, banners, building signage, posters, flyers, etc. inline with the corporate identity. 
• Assist in brainstorming concepts for upcoming projects. 
 
LEADING COMPETENCIES: 
• Must be able to independently and in a multidisciplinary team; 
• Must be able to articulate ideas i.e., discussing the requirements of a project; 
• Attention to detail, patience and concentration; 
• Accountability and time management; 
• Work under pressure. 
• Creative problem solving. 
 
CORE COMPETENCIES: 
• Computer literacy (MS Office applications, Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Premier Pro), 
• High level of concentration and multi-tasking ability; 
• An excellent command of English 
• Design, build and deploy reports and dashboard using MS Power BI; 
• Teamwork and adherence to policies and regulations. 
 
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Vuyo Mazamisa 
Tel No: (011) 407 6452 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share.hsforms.com/1uXjce8_dSmuXFsJzV4vcIA469tl
APPLY ONLINE VIA WEBSITE: www.joburg.org.za
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 02 SEPTEMBER 2022 
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 
 
In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: 
• Credit Record, 
• CV validation and 
• Employment record verification, 
• Criminal check, and 
• Identity validation. 
 
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 02 SEPTEMBER 2022