Graphic Specialist

The role of a Senior Graphics Specialist in Creative Design begins with an understanding of good graphic design, solid experience in graphics using layout tools such as InDesign, print and digital processes, and a methodical, detailed approach. We re looking for someone who can communicate clearly and persuasively to colleagues and internal clients, building upon their exceptional skills and learning about our creative capabilities in a fast paced, progressive environment.

The person for this role would be willing to expand upon their already exceptional ability to manage multiple projects with a keen eye for detail in a fast moving environment. They will support the Studio Manager and Creative Design GTC Lead by driving quality and adding value and efficiencies to creative projects for the wider business. You ll also be a self starter with a can do mindset and contribute to a positive working culture. The successful candidate will possess a passion for going the extra mile to support the wider Creative Design team, producing industry leading and innovative content.

You will bring your passion and problem solving approaches to help us deliver fresh, creative solutions. You ll be a team player, capable of project organisation and support, flagging any issues and ensuring that delivery is of the highest standard, and embracing the buzz of a dynamic working environment.

You will have a strong portfolio that showcases excellent attention to detail across a variety of different graphic design based applications, including layout projects and social media work.

• Follow creative direction and quality reviews from the Studio Manager and Global Creative Design team.
• Ensure the quality, security and accessibility of all assets produced, ensuring design review (quality control) occurs on all your projects before leaving the Creative Design team.
• Produce and export print and screen ready documents to tight timescales.
• Produce timely, accurate editorial design artwork from templates.
• Create polished design and layout work that supports briefs and business objectives.
• Deliver artwork that fits the brief and demonstrates design value; able to review design work for accuracy and quality.
• Develop a friendly rapport with colleagues in remote locations.
• Look to evolve ways of working and create efficiencies with colleagues on projects.
• Take responsibility to continually develop and learn new technical skills.
• Complete timesheets accurately and on time.
• Collaborative: Proactively engage with the design team with demonstrable experience where you have used initiative and collaborative working. Experience of working in a multinational consultancy.
• People: Working within a team, supporting and learning from others.
• Financial: Working to set budgets and timescales. Able to assess results and draw conclusions/make recommendations.
• Physical: Responsible for care of all equipment, hardware and upkeep of tools.
• Commercial: Understanding of commercial aspects of project/program management. Potential to support with costing and business development.

Management:

• Able to report into management and support leadership of projects and resources
• Good leadership qualities would be beneficial
• Support in keeping teams productive and be part of workload calls with management in Bangalore and UK teams
• Where required, support Creative Design s business development

Functional Relationship:

• Integrate, coordinate and work with design colleagues in our global team
• Delivery/Project Managers
• Practice Head
• Business Head

Outlook or Set of Values:
We encourage career progression through on the job training and formal training (internal and external).

• Strong layout and typography skills.
• Excellent communication and time management skills with attention to detail.
• A passion for product, a customer first mindset, and for always exceeding expectations.
• Ability to maintain control and efficiency in a fast paced environment and stay calm under pressure.
• Supportive to junior team members, giving direction as instructed; able to take direction from the Studio Manager and Creative Design/GTC Lead.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work well under pressure.
• Friendly approach and a team player.
• A passionate, positive and collaborative team player with the self confidence and motivation to succeed.
• A flexible approach to work and the ability to work as an effective member of a team.
• A creative thinker who is comfortable talking with clients to understand their ideas and bring them to life.
• Enthusiastic, driven and wanting to invest in Creative Design s vision and culture.
• Experience or a demonstrable understanding of working with design, visualisation and digital teams to deliver innovative multidisciplinary solutions.