Hays
Graphic Designer
Requirements
Applicants need at least five years of mid-weight or more senior graphic design experience, a strong portfolio in corporate documents and publications, and advanced Adobe InDesign and Photoshop skills. They should have experience with digital and print communications, strong typography and information design capabilities, confidence working with senior stakeholders, and the ability to manage priorities and tight deadlines; Premiere Pro or After Effects experience is desirable.
Job Description
Your new company
A major UK regulatory organisation is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to join its multidisciplinary digital and communications team on an initial three-month contract. This role has been created to provide cover during a period of leave and will play a key part in delivering a high-profile corporate publication with a fixed statutory deadline.
Your new role
As Graphic Designer, you'll support the organisation's day-to-day design requirements while leading the design and production of a major annual corporate publication.
You will:
- Design corporate reports, publications and branded documents
- Create social media graphics, posters and other digital and print assets
- Develop design concepts, visual mock-ups and creative solutions
- Present ideas to stakeholders and incorporate feedback effectively
- Ensure high-quality, consistent design output across all materials
- Support and mentor a junior designer through feedback and knowledge sharing
- Work closely with senior stakeholders on a flagship annual publication project
What you'll need to succeed
- 5+ years' experience in graphic design at mid-weight level or above
- Strong portfolio showcasing corporate document and publication design
- Advanced Adobe InDesign and Photoshop skills
- Experience producing both digital and print communications
- Strong typography, layout and information design capabilities
- Confidence working directly with senior stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Desirable
- Adobe Premiere Pro and/or After Effects experience
- Motion graphics or video editing capability
- Relevant design-related qualification
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to work on a high-profile national publication
- Collaborative digital, content and campaigns environment
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Immediate start available
- Competitive day rate
What you need to do now
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