The Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide (PCIAW) is a global non-profit association dedicated to serving and representing the entire uniform, workwear, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) value chains. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Graphic Designer to join our team and work directly with the Head of Communications and Operations.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in content creation, with a strong portfolio showcasing design and copywriting skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Experience with email marketing platforms such as Mailjet or similar (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact) for newsletter creation and distribution.
• Demonstrable experience with and a keen interest in leveraging AI tools for content creation, including AI image generation (e.g., Midjourney, Veo3) and AI language models (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) for prompt generation and content summarisation.
• Understanding of SEO copy best practices and experience with social media scheduling tools like SEMRush.
• Familiarity with web, social media, and email analytics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, dynamic team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Experience in the textile and clothing industry.
• Experience with interviewing and content gathering from industry professionals.

ROLE DETAILS

• Position: Content Creator
• Location: 3 North House, 1st Floor, Bond Estate, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK1 1SW
• Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Start Date: ASAP
• Compensation: £25,000 per annum

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Graphic Designer, you will be instrumental in shaping the PCIAW’s digital presence. You’ll be responsible for producing engaging and informative content across various platforms, including the website, social media channels, newsletters, and occasional print materials.
This role offers the exciting opportunity to combine cutting-edge AI tools with traditional design skills to tell the story of the professional clothing industry. No two days will be the same, as you curate a series of digital assets across a diverse array of industries to bring design to life. Take to the skies with luxury airline uniforms and combat blazing fires with thermal textiles; the only limit is your imagination.
Joining the team may lead to occasional travel opportunities during events and even includes a bespoke suit for the flagship PCIAW® Summit & Awards event.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Graphic Design: Design and create visually compelling content for web, social media, print, and newsletters using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Newsletter Management: Create, design, and manage regular newsletters using platforms such as Mailjet or similar email marketing services, ensuring effective delivery and engagement.
• AI Integration: Leverage AI tools such as Midjourney and Veo3 to generate design assets. You’ll also use ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or similar AI language models to craft effective prompts for AI-generated visuals.
• Copywriting & SEO: Write engaging and informative copy for various platforms, with a strong understanding of SEO best practices.
• Social Media Management: Assist with social media scheduling, utilising tools like SEMRush for optimisation and analysis.
• Analytics & Reporting: Monitor and analyse web and social media analytics, and newsletter performance data, to inform content strategy and improve engagement.
• Virtual Event Support: Use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) to transcribe and summarise virtual events for wider dissemination.
• Member Engagement: Liaise with PCIAW members to source promotional copy and occasionally interview industry leaders to create compelling content.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Head of Communications and Operations to ensure content aligns with PCIAW’s strategic goals and brand guidelines.