Graphic Designer

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our team.
We are looking for a creative Graphic Designer with experience in both print and electronic media.
We’re looking for someone who can take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them seamlessly into images, layouts and other designs. The successful candidate should have a good understanding of how product design works, especially in the retail sector, to support our clients. We work in a fast-paced environment, so the ideal Graphic Designer will be able to hit the ground running as soon as we bring on a new client or project. Applicants with experience leading creative teams and designing with other professionals will be given prime consideration.
Main duties will include:

• Work simultaneously on 5+ projects based on current client workload
• Create visual aspects of product material.
• Put together elements of a design created by another professional, such as the brand logo, photographs and other components necessary for product design
• Consult with clients’ to create cohesive designs that reflect our clients’ retail cultures and goals
• Taking creative design templates and re-working to fix colours, size and typography to make print ready.
• Proofread document and make sure it follows brand guidelines.
• Image editing
• Liaising with client and manufacturers when approving artwork and design work.
• CAD Re-work
• Re-Working and designing packaging.
• Study design briefs and determine requirements
We require someone who has the following:
• Have a good understanding of design principles.
• Have the ability to understand / follow brand guidelines.
• Extensive experience with Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign, specifically with mock-ups, design and multimedia presentations
• 4+ years in professional commercial design, preferably within a branded product and merchandise environment.
• Experience working with WordPress templates
• Adaptive design eye and skill - A knowledge of both typography and color theory is critical.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to absorb and apply constructive criticism from peers and clients
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines
• A team player who isn’t afraid to get stuck in
You must be detail oriented, have excellent organisation skills and be able to keep calm under pressure. The role will suit someone who is comfortable working with checklists, processes and guidelines which are required due to the regulated nature of this industry.

An interest in sport would be an advantage but not necessary.


Job Type: Permanent
Education:
• UK GCSE/ College Diploma or equivalent

• Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Fine Art or related discipline an advantage