DOROTHY ST PICTURES has a new opportunity for someone to join our team in the role of Junior Graphic Designer for a 6 month contract, reporting into the Head of Development and Chief Operating Officer.
The role will have the responsibility of assisting the Development team with designing treatments and pitch documents for international streamers and broadcast networks. We are looking for a positive team player who is creative and forward thinking, proactive, detail-oriented, discreet, and a great communicator. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with the Development team and gain valuable insight into the industry.
We are committed to finding and working with talent from all backgrounds and providing opportunities and supporting where possible a route for all new talent considering a career in our industry. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applicants from under-represented groups in our industry.
Please note this is a London-based office role, and you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We are unfortunately not able to sponsor visas for this position. Office hours are 9.30AM-6.00PM - a flexible approach to the nature of support may be required.
Role Summary:
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Junior Graphic Designer to support the design and development of pitch documents, treatments, and other marketing materials for our documentary and formats projects. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling, strong design skills, and the ability to visually communicate complex ideas in a clear, compelling, and professional way.
Duties Include:
* Collaborate with the creative team to design pitch decks, treatments, and promotional materials for television documentary projects.
* Create visually engaging layouts, graphics, and typography to communicate the narrative and tone of documentary concepts.
* Develop creative and consistent visual themes to ensure branding and messaging align with project goals.
* Maintain and adhere to deadlines, managing multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment.
* Assist in the creation of mood boards, concept designs, and visual assets to support pitching and marketing strategies.
* Work closely with senior team and producers to refine and improve designs based on feedback.
* Ensure design deliverables meet company standards and align with project goals.
* Stay up-to-date with design trends, software, and techniques to continuously improve creative output.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
* A degree or equivalent qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field, with a minimum of 1 year of industry experience.
* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
* Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and composition.
* Ability to take creative direction and execute designs efficiently.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
* A portfolio that demonstrates strong design skills and creativity, particularly in producing pitch documents or visual storytelling materials.
* Experience with video editing (e.g., Premiere Pro, After Effects) is a plus, but not required.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and visual.
About You:
* Creative, with the ability to translate documentary concepts into visually compelling presentations.
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* A passion for documentary film and storytelling.
* Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.
* A keen eye for detail and a desire to continuously improve skills and design work.
* Knowledge or experience of production processes would be beneficial.
* Excellent verbal and written communications.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
About Us:
Dorothy St is a female led, award-winning production company driven by a desire to tell distinctive, compelling, and cinematic stories. The company provides a home for both new and established talent to make original and authentic films and series that will resonate with audiences across the world. With offices in London and New York, Dorothy St has been creating premium documentary series and features for streamers and broadcasters such as Netflix, Apple, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Paramount and the BBC since 2018.
Dorothy St has worked with world-class filmmakers including Ryan White, Marina Zenovich and Bao Nguyen, and has premiered films at the most prestigious festivals around the world including Sundance, Cannes, Tribeca and LFF. Recent releases include Emmy-nominated Pamela, A Love Story (Netflix); Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story (Disney) and The Greatest Night In Pop (Netflix) which premiered at Sundance 2024; Anatomy of Lies (Peacock); Game of Throws: Inside Darts (Sky). Upcoming releases include Victoria Beckham (Netflix), and Dorothy St’s first scripted feature Edge Of Summer, directed by BAFTA-nominated Lucy Cohen. Dorothy St was founded by award winning producer Julia Nottingham and is backed by SISTER.
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