Job Description

Job Summary Minimum requirements:

• Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or equivalent.
• 7+ years experience in an agency or corporate environment.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects).
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Good understanding of UX/UI design principles.
• Familiar with animation principles and the creation of motion-based assets for internal and external
• Strong grasp of design principles, branding, and layout
• Skilled in designing for both print and digital platforms, with production-ready accuracy
• Knowledge of corporate identity and multi-brand management
• Understanding of print production, signage, and environmental design

Job purpose:
Project Management & Execution -

• Lead the full lifecycle of creative projects across various mediums and platforms, including briefing, conceptualisation, production, approvals, and implementation.
• Proactively prepare project timelines and manage design capacity to ensure on-time delivery without compromising quality.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to align projects with business needs and objectives.
• Liaise with external suppliers to ensure accurate execution of branded materials.
• Ensure that creative output aligns with campaign goals, messaging strategies, and expectations.
• Conduct post-project reviews to identify opportunities for process or creative improvement.
• Review and refine all design assets to ensure quality control and consistency.

Brand & Visual Identity Oversight -

• Champion brand integrity across all touchpoints ensuring every visual execution reflects the tone, personality, and professionalism of the company.
• Maintain and evolve the master brand while keeping visual cohesion.
• Develop brand toolkits, design systems, and usage guidelines for internal and external teams.
• Audit existing brand touchpoints and propose updates to modernise, improve clarity and consistency.
• Plan and design branded spaces for events and exhibitions, translating brand offering into the physical environments.
• Set the creative tone for the department, encouraging originality, critical thinking, and solution- focused design.
• Serve as the Marketing teams escalation point for creative challenges, providing hands-on support when needed to unblock workflows.
• Stay current on design trends, tools, and emerging techxe2x80x94sharing insights with the wider team.
• Production & Technical Execution -
• Prepare and package artwork for all formats (print, digital, signage, large-format and packaging) ensuring each file meets the exact specs.
• Collaborate with print vendors and fabricators to ensure the technical viability of all production artwork.
• Oversee press-checks or production milestones where needed to ensure the accuracy of colour, sizing, and material output.
• Provide technical recommendations on material types, finishes, and formats depending on the project's objective and budget.
• Maintain organised asset libraries, version control, and brand collateral archives for team-wide access and use.

Digital & UX/UI Design -

• Conceptualise, wireframe, and design user interfaces for websites, internal platforms, and any digital landing pages.
• Conduct visual and usability audits of existing digital platforms and propose design improvements for clarity and engagement.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to align UI/UX outputs with functionality, accessibility, and brand identity.

Salary offer: Negotiable
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