Regional Graphic Designer - Dubai

at  Arla Foods

Summary: The Graphic Designer will be responsible for leading all artwork and labeling management related tasks in order to ensure business plans are realized.
Reports to: Senior Product Manager

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts or related field
• Five or more years of experience in professional graphic design, with three years preferably in a FMCG business/ creative or marketing agency
• Proficiency in Arabic & English language (both written and spoken)
• Proficiency in design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Java Script
• Photography experience and proficiency with photo-editing software
• High level of creativity and innovative design skills
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details
• Must have excellent organizational skills , attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Must have excellent interpersonal and follow-up skills
• Proactive problem prevention and issue resolution leadership ability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to learn other software programs

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives implementation of new product packaging designs, redesign, on pack text updates etc.
• Works with Category/ markets, Product Management, design agencies and printers to develop, deliver, proofread and route all graphics through the approval flow
• Facilitates design agency and printer collaboration to ensure packaging graphics can be printed to meet the desired outcome
• Provides guidance in terms of design colour conformance and expected performance on the material
• Oversees supplier proof/ chromaline approval process and collaborates with printers to request first packaging run samples needed to build and maintain packaging library
• Attends print runs as needed to ensure quality standards are being met and foster strong partner relationships
• Develops dairy expertise for all domestic and international production sites related to printing capabilities
• Develops knowledge of the Arla brand guidelines and ensures conformance across the portfolio
• Drives continues improvement by reviewing and streamlining the design across the portfolio/ markets and thus gaining synergies and consistency
• Supports with key visuals/ design development
• Provides recommendations on the Arla seasonal branding e.g. Ramadan, BTS etc.
• Leads the rollout and implementation of Artwork flow systems and training of internal and external stakeholders
• Works with design agencies, brand managers to create sell in materials, mock ups and decks as well as adapts content to support the tactical parts of campaign
• Adapt designs for E-com banners, leaflets design, outdoor design (billboards, lamp posts)
• Supports Corporate Communication team with creating videography for internal celebrations, LinkedIn posts creation, MENA newsletter and other tasks as required
• Examines existing processes, identify flaws, and create solutions that improve design capabilities
• Responsible for onboarding new printers and substrates with regards to process, timeline and education of key stakeholders/customers

WE HAVE A PURPOSE FOR GOOD

At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a sustainable future of dairy. We call it Stronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organisation and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?