Responsibilities
We are looking for a talented and creative Senior Graphic Designer to work closely with our Head of Brand and Design to ideate and execute campaigns, bring our brand and sub-brands to life and create striking designs across both digital and physical assets. This is a busy and demanding position that involves the execution of creative, high-quality branding, visual presence and attention to detail. Independent judgement and organisational thoroughness are necessary to prioritise and complete tasks, alongside a creative flair that is continually looking to create unique and unconventional designs. The ability to work collaboratively to tight deadlines in a cross-functional environment is necessary, along with resilience and an entrepreneurial spirit.
Responsibilities
- Development of online and print projects
- Brand campaign concept delivery and rollout
- Event campaign concept delivery and rollout
- Collateral for events, including invitations, programmes, signage, wayfinding and digital/social media asset
- GIF animation for digital assets
- Creating design templates for digital and social media
- Working closely with our Social Media agency to ensure design consistency
- Designing presentation decks with a quick turnaround
- Ensuring alserkal.online visually reflects the brands and continues to push boundaries
- Ensuring all touchpoints are on brand
- Briefing photographers and videographers for specific projects, i.e. event coverage
- Ensure sustainability is at the heart of all design concepts and execution.
Knowledge & Education
- A Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, branding, illustration
- 5 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Excellent knowledge of Adobe Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
- Excellent design skills and typography.
- A demonstrable understanding of, and commitment to arts and culture
- A background is the events industry is a plus
Skills
- High levels of proficiency with the Adobe creative suite programmes
- Strong portfolio in art direction, branding and print, digital design campaigns
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to work within an environment subject to change
- The ability to multitask while ensuring the highest quality execution possible within
set deadlines - Ability to accept constructive criticism
- Energy and drive with a focus on successful delivery
- Good time management
- Keen sense of attention to detail with a view to implementing and maintaining brand identity
- Good communication skills and ability to take guidance and implement
- High level of proficiency in Keynote
- Animation or video editing skills are a plus
- Very organised and able to deliver on time and under pressure with little guidance
Interests
- Contemporary art & culture
- Graphics and typography, as well as new developments in design software
- Staying up-to-date with current trends and techniques within graphic design industry
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position based in the Alserkal office. Working hours are Monday– Friday from 10AM to 6PM with overtime and weekend work needed in busy periods.