We are proud to be exclusively recruiting for a leading and award winning Marketing and Communications company with a Global reach.
As part of our clients growth we are now seeking a talented Graphic Designer on a 12 month FTC with a view to the role becoming permanent.
Role Overview:
Fixed-term Graphic Designer – Reporting to the Head of Creative Studio for a Financial Services client based in Edinburgh.
The role is hybrid and will have 1 to 2 office days in Edinburgh per week.
Tasks include supporting the Head of Creative Studio and wider creative team to implement and adapt concepts into finished artwork, follow corporate guidelines to create new designs for both print & digital formats, typesetting literature, updating, and reformatting various pieces of marketing collateral, and assisting with studio artwork amends if necessary.
You will be a valuable member of the team, thanks to your natural artistic ability, communication skills, eye for creative layout, attention to detail and ability to deliver new ideas within a fast-paced corporate environment.
Providing skilled and technically precise outputs to specification, you will also advise on artistic direction for projects, production of concepts, storyboards for video and animation and work closely with senior designers to implement their design ideas.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Execution: Support the Head of Creative Studio and creative team to implement and adapt design concepts into final artwork, following brand and corporate guidelines.
Artwork Creation: Create innovative designs for both print and digital formats, ensuring high-quality and accurate outputs.
Typesetting & Reformatting: Typeset text-heavy documents and update various marketing collateral, ensuring they are ready for production.
Artwork Amendments: Assist with studio artwork amends, ensuring quick and accurate changes to designs when required.
Creative Input: Provide artistic direction for projects, contribute to the production of concepts and storyboards for video and animation.
Collaboration: Work closely with senior designers, account managers, and clients to interpret briefs and deliver creative solutions that meet client expectations.
File Management: Maintain a methodical approach to managing artwork files and assets, ensuring they are organized and accessible for team members.
Creative & Technical Precision: Deliver skilled and technically precise outputs to specification, ensuring all work adheres to quality standards and brand guidelines. Skills Required:
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite: Strong experience with InDesign (Must have), Illustrator, and Photoshop is essential for executing both print and digital artwork.
Brand Guidelines: Good understanding and application of brand and corporate guidelines to ensure consistency across all designs.
Interpretation of Briefs: Ability to interpret client briefs and work independently to deliver creative designs that meet project requirements.
Organisational Skills: Methodical approach to managing artwork files and assets with attention to detail.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with team members, account managers, and clients.
Collaborative Working: Ability to work closely with designers, artworkers, and clients in a team environment.
Experience with Campaign Design: Experience in designing creative concepts for events, initiatives, campaigns, and typesetting documents ready for production.
Attention to Detail: Strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail to ensure all outputs are precise and error-free.
Multi-tasking Ability: Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards. Desirable Skills:
Adobe After Effects & Premiere Pro: Working knowledge and experience in creating and editing video and animations for digital campaigns.
Storyboarding: Ability to create storyboards and concepts for promotional animations and videos, helping bring ideas to life. Why Join Us?
Creative Freedom: Work on diverse and exciting projects, contributing to high-profile campaigns across multiple channels.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive and dynamic creative team where your ideas are valued.
Career Growth: Opportunities to grow and develop your skills, with potential for advancement in the company if the role becomes permanent.
Competitive Salary & Benefits How to Apply:
If you are a talented and passionate Graphic Designer with a keen eye for detail, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and your portfolio, outlining your experience and why you’re the perfect fit for this role