This role is suited to someone who has experience working in a fast-paced agency with previous team management experience.
You'll take on a senior role in our design team, servicing ongoing clients from a range of sectors including infrastructure, local government, education, construction, professional services, and manufacturing, in addition to new brand and campaign projects.
The role is negotiable, with a minimum of 0.8 FTE - 1.0 FTE.
A dynamic workplace including flexible work arrangementsEmployee training including professional development budget and in-house mentor programTeam building, as well as a social calendarCorporate giving program (communicare), which includes staff time to give back to the communityHealth and wellbeing program including massagesModern, dog-friendly office located on the vibrant Parade at NorwoodCompetitive package with additional allowances such as laptop and phone allowance.What does success look like? You slot into our team, culture, and way of workingYou support the growth of our client base, both with existing and new clientsProjects run smoothly with appropriate processes and resources in placeDesign projects are delivered on time and on budget, resulting in projects that achieve profitability targetsClients and the internal team enjoy the communikate et al experience and value the creative input/designCreative is tailored to each clients' needs and effectively meets their key objectivesYou confidently deal with clients and fellow team members to successfully interpret and answer briefs and proactively put forward ideasYou are an advocate and champion of communikate et al, and believe in and contribute to our vision.Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for delivering the following activities:
Manage and oversee multiple digital and print design projects from conception to completionInterpret client design briefs and seek clarification directly, where requiredAbility to think strategically, creatively, and tactically to articulate compelling visual concepts, mood boards, and design with high-quality resultsWork with account/project managers, leadership team, and the design team to meet the client brief/objectivesOversee and help with finished artwork and production (strong attention to detail such as checking and approving colour, copy, text formatting, and images for print production)Attend press checksEstablish and maintain relationships with key suppliersSupport workflow and resourcing to manage competing client demandsWork alongside the lead consultant to create accurate project estimates and deliver projects within budget.Provide art direction and attend photoshoots, where requiredManage time efficiently, delivering work within agreed timelines and budgetProvide regular project updates to project leadsDesign original pieces, including illustrations and infographicsAttend and support the facilitation of brand workshopsHelp mentor and educate junior designers and review junior designers' work to ensure high qualityAttend and present client brand presentationsKeeping informed on latest trends and forecastsStay up-to-date with industry developments and technical tools; research design and technological trends; review professional publications; and participate in professional groups.Share knowledge and ideas!Track time on a daily basisBecome our "brand guardian" and maintain brand integrity across all company marketing initiatives and communicationsWork with our clients and team members in a manner that is reflective of our organisational values.Essential experience and qualifications Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or similar fieldMinimum 8 years of design experience in an agency is essentialA complete portfolio of all design projectsWell skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Adobe Acrobat)Experience in supervising/managing a small design team, and freelancersKnowledge of graphic design techniques and latest trendsExperience in using project management systems.Be agile and flexible in a fast-paced environmentAbility to confidently and calmly work under pressureExcellent communication and time management skillsHigh level organisational skillsHigh level analytical and decision-making skillsAccepting of giving and receiving feedback to team and clientsCollaborative approach to problem-solvingTeam player who enjoys and prioritises the development of others in the team.How to apply Email your application (including a cover letter) to ****** with your CV and portfolio.
Applicants who do not send a portfolio will not be considered. Interviews will commence as soon as we discover the right person for our close-knit team, with an appointment ideally made before Christmas.
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