Graphic Designer

Posted June 12, 2018

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Experience Needed: More than 3 years	Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)	Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Negotiable	Languages: English	Vacancies: 1 open position

About the Job

Execute new and existing brand strategies in email, web and print.
Develop and maintain clear brand guidelines and ensure all creative deliverables have a consistent look and feel that is brand appropriate.
Problem-solve and take design feedback from internal stakeholders while maintaining a creative point of view and consistency.
Manage, plan and work with the team to execute all creative projects including daily emails, site banners, digital ads, posters, flyers and various print collateral.
Partner with the Art Director to translate project requests into conceptual ideas and execute a winning creative direction.
Manage creative updates on website including homepage placements, marketing banners, products, widgets and any new pages, updates or features.
Execute all mobile site creative updates and changes including updating site with new imagery and creating wireframes for agency to follow for any new pages, updates or optimizations.
Work closely with the Art Director on printed pieces to develop design concepts and execute layouts.

Responsibilities:

Meeting clients or account managers to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job.
Estimating the time required to complete a job and providing quotes for clients.
Developing design briefs that suit the client's purpose.
Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts and developing interactive design.
Using innovation to redefine a design brief within time and cost constraints.
Presenting finalised ideas and concepts to clients or account managers.
Working with a range of media, including computer-aided design (CAD), and keeping up to date with emerging technologies.
Proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work.
Demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches and working on layouts ready for print.
Commissioning illustrators and photographers.
Working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, stylists, illustrators, other designers, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists.

Job Requirements

SKILS:

Passion and enthusiasm for design, with a creative flair.
A flexible approach when working in a team.
Excellent communication skills to interpret and negotiate briefs with clients.
Good presentation skills and the confidence to explain and sell ideas to clients and colleagues.
Time management skills and the ability to cope with several projects at a time.
Accuracy and attention to detail when finalising designs.
Being open to feedback and willing to make changes to your designs.
Effective networking skills to build contacts.
Excellent IT skills, especially with design and photo-editing software.
Exceptional creativity and innovation.
An understanding of the latest trends and their role within a commercial environment.
Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.
Strong proficiency and experience in the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)