Graphic Designer

We are seeking a designer (as part of a small design team) to produce designs for digital media and print in support of our brand and range of products. Ultimately, the designer will have a willingness to learn in other design areas including animation and video editing. They will have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team and be able to meet tight deadlines.

Location: Antrim, Northern Ireland
Department: Group Marketing
Experience: 3+ years of related work experience

Details

Main Responsibilities


  • Work to a production calendar and be responsible for hitting their own deadlines.

  • Collaborate with marketing teammates on ideas and concepts for campaigns.

  • Follow a content & design process from conception to delivery.

  • Design original pieces, including illustrations and infographics.

  • Refine images, typography and layouts in keeping with the brand.

  • Liaise with marketing and design teams to ensure team deadlines are met.

  • Consistently adhere to brand guidelines.



Person Specification


Essential Criteria

  • 3+ years of related work experience

  • Degree in Design, Visual Arts or relevant field

  • Strong portfolio with work examples for both digital and print projects (to be presented at interview)



Desirable Criteria

       Ability to:

  • quickly understand, analyse, and respond to briefs 

  • conceptualise a project from initial concepts to final output.

  • adapt work to the brand style whilst remaining creative.

  • sell, present and talk through your design thinking.

  • provide and accept constructive critique.

  • successfully work on multiple projects under time constraints and deadlines.


  • Comprehensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator & Photoshop.

  • Knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Premiere and InDesign.

  • Basic understanding of print reprographics.

  • Experience working closely with a content team and other marketing specialists.

  • Experience in user interface design.

  • Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS.



Personal Attributes

  • Highly creative and passionate about design. 

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.

  • Ability to prioritise, multi-task and consistently set and meet deadlines.

  • Analytical thinker & problem solver.

  • A passion for learning and development, takes direction well.

  • Good listener with ability to build solid working relationships at all levels.

  • Excellent attention to detail.

  • Dedication and consistency.

     

If you think you have what we are looking for please email a tailored CV aligned to the requirements, along with a portfolio of work to careers@texthelp.com by the closing date of 2:00PM Friday 22nd January 2021.