Graphic Designer

DHRP are currently partnering a progressive international Technology Consultancy on their recruitment of experienced Graphic Design Consultant to join their Technology Integration Services unit. They are looking for a Graphic Designer who keeps in tune with the latest web/mobile application releases, news and trends. A creative designer who loves what they do. This position will be based in the Marketing and Business Development department, reporting to the Graphic Design Manager and working alongside three other graphic designers. The role of the Graphic Designer is to provide creative, high quality and professional in-house graphic design services. Working in partnership with key internal clients, the work demands creative flair, strong project management skills, up-to-date knowledge of industry software and a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines. These roles offer the opportunity to work with a variety of clients across a number of different sectors. This client provides a challenging and exciting work environment with scope for personal development and on-going training.

Resposibilities

• Deliver high quality graphic design services in house -this involves designing client tenders from typesetting through to design, print and production
• Work with clients internally, within industry group and service lines, briefing and advising them in regards to brand guidelines, format, use of infographics, print production, timescales and promoting the graphic design service available
• Liaise with tender coordinators and the marketing department to ensure all request forms for design and print jobs are completed and all parties adhere to timetables
• Design and development of promotional material for campaigns including invitations, brochures, adverts, posters and other firm print or digital publications
• Liaise with external printers on a regular basis to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed to the highest quality
• Build and protect the corporate brand in the marketplace
• Develop initiatives that drive strong revenue growth
• Become the critical link between clients and the company
• Cultivate a leading client portfolio
• Build eminence for the company among its key stakeholder groups
• Position the company as a thought leader

Resposibilities  

• Third level qualification, and minimum of 5 years’ experience in a professional organisation
• Expert knowledge and proficiency  in CS6/CC: InDesign; Photoshop; Illustrator; Flash, After Effects, CSS, HTML, Word, PowerPoint, and Keynote
• A strong understanding of design for print/web techniques and the implementation of both
• Understand the importance of a brand and brand guidelines, within a large professional organisation
• Excellent project management, attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload
• A keen eye for detail and quality
• Ability to deliver written results clearly
• Creativity and fresh contemporary thought is extremely important
• Strong interpersonal skills - creative approach, communication ability, planning and organizing skills
• Work well with a team - Motivational, enthusiastic, supportive
• An excellent command of English, including strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation