Creative Designer & Marketing Coordinator

at  Castell Howell Foods Ltd

Castell Howell is seeking applications from individuals for the role of Creative Designer & Marketing Coordinator within the Marketing Department based at Cross Hands, Carmarthenshire.

ABOUT US

From small rural beginnings in 1988, Castell Howell have grown to become one of the UK’s leading independent food service providers. Servicing the length and breadth of Wales, the Border Counties and South West England, we stock over 14,000 product lines and confidently offer the complete catering solution. You’ll be joining a company that is growing and always looking to improve. We foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. Above all, we’re a family business that understands the importance of continual growth and support.

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Art Directing: Experience in creating photographic briefs and art directing photoshoots
• Research: Experience in selecting and setting future trends for use in RELISH and other marketing materials
• Creative concepts: Work with the Marketing Lead on conceptualising and art directing the creative process
• Events experience: Experience in coordinating and delivering events

KNOWLEDGE & LEARNING

• Knowledge and understanding of creative processes
• Knowledge and understanding of design media
• Knowledge and understanding of design and multimedia software
• This role may also require targeted in house and third party training

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a talented and enthusiastic creative to join our busy marketing team based in Cross Hands. The ideal candidate will have a passion for design, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently within a fast-paced environment. As Creative Designer & Marketing Coordinator, working at the heart of Castell Howell, you will play a key role in supporting the Marketing department, with responsibilities that include producing artwork, designing menus, as well as other design projects including the monthly magazine RELISH, coordinating photo shoots and managing creative briefs. This role will also assist the Marketing Lead in researching food trends and marketing concepts.
In addition to these tasks, the role will involve acting as a content editor for catalogues and brochures, ensuring high-quality content and consistency. This position is open to candidates from a junior design or marketing background, as well as those with more experience in similar roles, offering flexibility for growth and contribution based on the individual’s skills and experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Graphic Design: Assist in the design and production of various marketing materials such as menus, magazines, brochures, flyers, banners, social media posts, and advertisements.
• Digital Design: Create engaging digital content including website graphics, email templates, social media visuals and presentations.
• Software Proficiency: Be comfortable in using the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator etc.) and other relevant design tools.
• Image Editing: Sourcing and editing images for brochures, magazines and online.
• Content Editing: Managing content for catalogues and brochures, ensuring high-quality content and consistency.
• Collaboration: Work as part of the wider team to ensure consistency of quality and deliver to deadlines.
• Brand Adherence: Work within different brand styles to deliver work with the correct look and feel for each project.
• Deadline Management: Manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality work within established deadlines.