Junior Design Apprentice

Company:

GLENDALE CREATIVE LIMITEDGLENDALE CREATIVE LIMITED

Address:

The Courtyard, Home Farm Business Centre, Riverside ,Dartford ,DA4 0AE

Hours per week: 37.5

year

Working week: Monday - Friday

Closing Date: 15/10/2026 12:00 am

Description:

About the role

Glendale Creative is a multi-disciplined creative studio with 20+ years’ experience delivering high-quality design and advertising work for global clients across print, digital and physical spaces.

We’re looking for a Junior Design Apprentice to join the studio and support the design team with day-to-day artwork updates and studio workflow. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone who wants to learn how a creative studio runs, build confidence using design tools, and develop strong habits around briefs, feedback and deadlines.

You will support with:

Updating existing artwork/design files using clear briefs and guidance
Helping prepare artwork and assets for print-ready and digital-ready use (exports, formats, specs)
Supporting print/merchandise production tasks (liaising with suppliers, tracking progress)
Researching creative references and suppliers to support briefs
Keeping file structures tidy with good naming, version control and easy handover
Supporting quality checks so assets are supplied correctly
Job-linked admin such as organising couriers, tracking deliveries, and updating the Glendale PMS
Learning how to plan and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines in a commercial studio

As confidence grows, there may be opportunities to support client event delivery (checklists/logistics) and further develop Adobe skills across layout, typography and image editing.

Entry requirements (include personal qualities)

Essential

Right to work in the UK
Eligible for a Level 3 apprenticeship and not already completed the same (or higher) apprenticeship content
Able to travel to the studio location in Eynsford (Dartford) for Monday–Friday in-studio working

Personal qualities

Genuine interest in design and how creative studios work
Organised, reliable and detail-focused
Clear communicator (written and verbal) and comfortable taking feedback
Positive attitude, coachable and eager to learn
Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with support
Proactive, adaptable and willing to take on new challenges

Desirable

Any portfolio work (school/college/personal projects)
Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

Requirements:

GCSE Maths and English – Grade C/4 or above

Skills required:

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Presentation skills, Team working, Creative,

Training to be provided:

You will complete the Content Creator Level 3 Apprenticeship with Creative Alliance. Training will include on-the-job and off-the-job learning to build skills in creating content for different audiences/channels, planning and producing content to a brief, brand/tone of voice, accessibility and inclusive communication, measuring performance, and safe/professional digital practice.

Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You will finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience and the opportunity for continued career progression.

Training is a blended learning delivery model: online learning, classroom sessions, work-based training, independent research, workplace projects, one-to-one support and training. Your training will include:

• Brand & Brand Awareness
• Content Planning & Pitching
• Content Development
• Principles of Graphic Design
• Image Editing & Manipulation
• Illustration & Vectors
• Video Capture & Editing
• Desktop Publishing
• Web Design & User Experience
• Coding
• SEO & Blog Writing
• Budgeting
• Content Distribution & social media
• Analytics & Feedback

For a full overview of the Content Creator Apprenticeship standard please see: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/content-creator-v1-1

Things to consider:

This is an in-studio role based in Eynsford (Dartford) with Monday–Friday working. The role involves working to deadlines, following briefs, and responding to feedback. Some tasks include production admin (couriers/deliveries/PMS updates) and occasional event support where travel may be required. Benefits are to be confirmed.

Future prospects:

Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

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