Senior Graphic Designer

at  Alserkal Avenue

KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION

• A Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, branding, illustration
• 5 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Excellent design skills and typography.
• A demonstrable understanding of, and commitment to arts and culture
• A background is the events industry is a plus

SKILLS

• High levels of proficiency with the Adobe creative suite programmes
• Strong portfolio in art direction, branding and print, digital design campaigns
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work within an environment subject to change
• The ability to multitask while ensuring the highest quality execution possible within

set deadlines

• Ability to accept constructive criticism
• Energy and drive with a focus on successful delivery
• Good time management
• Keen sense of attention to detail with a view to implementing and maintaining brand identity
• Good communication skills and ability to take guidance and implement
• High level of proficiency in Keynote
• Animation or video editing skills are a plus
• Very organised and able to deliver on time and under pressure with little guidance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & OBJECTIVES

We are looking for a talented and creative Senior Graphic Designer to work closely with our Head of Brand and Design to ideate and execute campaigns, bring our brand and sub-brands to life and create striking designs across both digital and physical assets. This is a busy and demanding position that involves the execution of creative, high-quality branding, visual presence and attention to detail. Independent judgement and organisational thoroughness are necessary to prioritise and complete tasks, alongside a creative flair that is continually looking to create unique and unconventional designs. The ability to work collaboratively to tight deadlines in a cross-functional environment is necessary, along with resilience and an entrepreneurial spirit.
This position reports directly to the Head of Brand and Design.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Development of online and print projects
• Brand campaign concept delivery and rollout
• Event campaign concept delivery and rollout
• Collateral for events, including invitations, programmes, signage, wayfinding and digital/social media asset
• GIF animation for digital assets
• Creating design templates for digital and social media
• Working closely with our Social Media agency to ensure design consistency
• Designing presentation decks with a quick turnaround
• Ensuring alserkal.online visually reflects the brands and continues to push boundaries
• Ensuring all touchpoints are on brand
• Briefing photographers and videographers for specific projects, i.e. event coverage
• Ensure sustainability is at the heart of all design concepts and execution.