GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Job Location

United Kingdom

Pay

£1.0K+/month

Type

Part-Time

Job Summary

You'll work on a variety of products and activities, such as websites, advertising, books, magazines, posters, computer games, product packaging, exhibitions and displays, corporate communications and corporate identity, i.e. giving organisations a visual brand. 

Working to a brief that has been agreed with the client, creative director or account manager, you'll develop appropriate creative ideas and concepts for the client's objectives.  

The work demands creative flair, up-to-date knowledge of industry software and a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.

Responsibilities

As a graphic designer you'll need to:

- discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job;

- estimate the time required to complete a job;

- develop design brief;

- think creatively to produce new ideas and concepts and developing interactive design;

- use innovation to redefine a design brief;

- present finalised ideas and concepts;

- work with a range of media, including computer-aided design (CAD), and keeping up to date with emerging technologies;

- proofread to produce accurate and high-quality work;

- demonstrate illustrative skills with rough sketches and work on layouts ready for print;

- work as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, stylists, illustrators, other designers, account executives, web developers, and marketing specialists.

Essential Skills, Experience And Qualifications

While entry is open to non-graduates, preference is given to those with relevant degrees. A degree in graphic design is advantageous, although other art and design subjects will be accepted. 

You will need work experience and a portfolio of work to show. We also expect a good knowledge of design software, such as InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, plus photo-editing software such as PhotoShop.

Key skills for graphic designers:

- excellent IT skills, especially with design and photo-editing software;

- exceptional creativity and innovation;

- excellent time management and organisational skills;

- accuracy and attention to detail;

- an understanding of the latest trends and their role within a commercial environment;

- professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.

Working Pattern

Working from home.