Graphic Designer & Multimedia Content Creator

Media House looking for a self-inspired creative, graphic designer / video editor to join our amazing team. You would need to have attention to detail, strong admin abilities and be results driven.

Able to work independently and timeously on supplied briefs. Producing of marketing material to communicate relevant information such as videos, digital newsletters and printed material.

This is not a role where you'll work on a single brand. You'll have the opportunity to contribute across multiple exciting brands and industries, working on everything from social media campaigns, marketing materials and product launches to magazines, websites, product imagery and video content.

The position will begin with an initial 3-month full-time contract, with the intention of transitioning into a permanent position. We are looking for someone who can become a long-term part of our team, with the initial period allowing both you and us to ensure it's the right fit.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design & Creative

• Interpret creative and marketing briefs and develop concepts that effectively achieve their intended purpose.
• Develop creative concepts and visual directions for campaigns, brands and marketing initiatives.
• Design engaging social media content across multiple brands.
• Create marketing graphics for both digital and print applications.
• Design brochures, flyers, catalogues, advertisements, presentations, newsletters, sales materials and other marketing collateral.
• Design and develop corporate identities and apply branding consistently across various applications.
• Create product imagery, promotional visuals, mock-ups and campaign artwork.
• Edit, retouch and manipulate photography and digital assets to a high standard.
• Produce accurate, high-quality artwork with strong attention to typography, colour, composition and detail.
• Proofread and check artwork before final production.
• Prepare final artwork correctly for professional printing and digital publishing.
• Coordinate artwork changes, revisions and amendments through to final approval.
• Maintain consistent brand identities across all platforms and touchpoints.

Video & Multimedia Content

• Produce and edit short-form video content for social media and promotional campaigns.
• Create video content for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn and other digital platforms.
• Assist with filming, photography and content creation where required.
• Develop multimedia content for campaigns, events, products and internal communications.
• Create motion graphics and simple animations where required.
• Adapt existing creative assets into engaging multimedia content for different platforms and audiences.

Social Media & Marketing

• Create and assist with the implementation of social media content across multiple brands.
• Contribute ideas for social media campaigns, product launches and marketing initiatives.
• Assist with content planning and social media strategy.
• Create digital newsletters and other internal and external communications.
• Assist with the development of campaign concepts from initial idea through to final execution.
• Identify creative opportunities to promote and grow our brands through campaigns, events, exhibitions and other marketing activities.
• Assist with presentations, sales materials and marketing resources tailored to different brands, products and audiences.
• Work closely with the marketing team to execute campaigns according to agreed timelines.

Editorial & Publication Design

• Layout magazines, publications, newsletters and editorial content.
• Work with text, photography, illustrations and other assets to create polished editorial layouts.
• Prepare publications for both print and digital distribution.
• Work with printers, copywriters, photographers and other suppliers where required.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency and quality throughout the production process.

Website & Digital Content

• Assist with the visual design, content and ongoing maintenance of company and brand websites.
• Upload and update website imagery, products, banners, articles and other content.
• Work within WordPress or similar content management systems.
• Assist with basic website layouts and page design.
• Ensure website content remains visually consistent with each brand's identity.
• Identify and report website content, layout or functionality issues where necessary.
• Work with external web developers or hosting providers when more technical support is required.
• Keep up to date with developments in digital design, social media and emerging creative technologies.

Project Management & Administration

• Manage multiple creative projects and briefs simultaneously.
• Prioritise workloads according to deadlines and project requirements.
• Estimate the time required to complete creative work and communicate realistic timelines.
• Take ownership of projects from briefing through concept development, revisions and final delivery.
• Maintain organised project files, artwork and marketing assets.
• Manage changes and amendments to artwork efficiently.
• Communicate clearly with management, colleagues, clients, suppliers, printers and other stakeholders.
• Respond quickly and professionally to queries relating to ongoing projects.
• Work independently when required while remaining an effective member of the wider team.
• Deliver high-quality work within tight timeframes and under pressure.

Events & Activations

• Attend company events, exhibitions, product launches, awards and marketing activations where creative support is required.
• Assist with photography, videography, social media content and other creative requirements at events.
• Interact professionally with clients, suppliers and members of the public when representing the company.

Required Skills & Experience

Essential

• Minimum 3 years' relevant experience in graphic design, with strong exposure to both print and digital design.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating your own practical work across a variety of creative disciplines.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly:
• InDesign
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• Premiere Pro
• Experience with magazine, publication or editorial layout.
• Strong working knowledge of Apple Mac/macOS.
• Excellent understanding of typography, colour, composition, layout and branding.
• Strong conceptual and creative thinking ability.
• Experience developing designs from initial concept through to final artwork.
• Experience designing corporate identities and applying brand guidelines across multiple applications.
• Strong print design and print-production knowledge.
• Experience creating engaging content for social media.
• Strong photo editing, retouching and image manipulation skills.
• Video editing experience for social and digital platforms.
• Strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong time and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and meet short deadlines.
• Ability to work independently from supplied briefs.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure without compromising the quality of your work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take a project from initial brief through to final delivery.

Advantageous

• After Effects.
• Motion graphics and animation.
• Photography and/or videography experience.
• WordPress experience.
• Basic UI/UX and web design knowledge.
• Experience maintaining and updating website content.
• Experience with social media management and content planning.
• Copywriting or editorial writing ability.
• Experience working with printers and external creative suppliers.

Education

A relevant qualification in **Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design or a relat