Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer
Based at: Head Office
Reports to: Director of Architecture
Job Description:
An experienced and highly skilled Graphic Designer to lead and elevate our dynamic team in the multi-disciplinary design industry. As a Graphic Designer, you will bring your 10 years of experience to the table, guiding the creative process, and producing exceptional designs across a wide spectrum of deliverables. Your expertise in conceptualisation, execution, and collaboration will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of our projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design Leadership: Provide creative leadership and mentorship to junior designers, inspiring the team to achieve excellence in design work and fostering a collaborative and innovative environment
- Conceptualisation and Execution: Lead the conceptualisation and development of design projects, from initial ideation to final execution, ensuring that all deliverables meet high-quality standards and align with project goals
- Diverse Deliverables: Oversee the creation of designs for reports, marketing collateral, bids, presentations, digital platforms, and other internal and external communication materials.
- Branding and Identity: Take a leading role in maintaining brand consistency and contributing to the evolution of brand guidelines, ensuring that all designs reflect the organisation's visual identity
- Pre-Press and Print: Expertly prepare files for print, coordinating with production teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless production and impeccable print quality
- Digital Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in creating captivating digital designs for web, social media, email campaigns, and other digital platforms, with a focus on user experience. Knowledge of visio and sharepoint a plus
- Collaboration and Coordination: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, external agencies, and stakeholders, effectively communicating design concepts and coordinating project timelines
- Trend Research: Stay updated on design trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices, integrating innovative ideas into the design process
- Time and Resource Management: Efficiently manage projects, prioritising tasks, and meeting deadlines while maintaining the highest level of design craftsmanship
- Continuous Improvement: Share industry knowledge and best practices with the team, supporting the growth of design capabilities across the organisation
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field
- A minimum of 10 years experience as a Graphic Designer in a multi-disciplinary design environment, with a portfolio showcasing a wide range of projects
- Technical Skills: Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), and other relevant design software. Familiarity with prototyping tools, motion graphics, and other advanced design technologies is a plus
- Leadership Abilities: Demonstrated leadership skills, guiding, and inspiring a design team to achieve outstanding results
- Creative Vision: A proven ability to think strategically and translate complex ideas into visually compelling designs
- Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively articulate design concepts to clients and team members
- Adaptability: A flexible and adaptable mindset, capable of handling diverse design tasks and adjusting to evolving project requirements
- Portfolio: A strong and varied portfolio showcasing your design expertise and accomplishments over the course of your career
