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Job Details
Why this job is important
At Kantar, we see graphic design as visual storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires. We are looking for a highly creative graphic designer who can take conceptual ideas and create visual representations, both in print and electronic media. Our ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and skilled with every step of the design process from concept to the final deliverable. The graphic designer should be able to take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects. The graphic designer will have a thorough understanding of branding and marketing, with the ability to vary style and layouts depending on the project.
Objectives of this Role
- Work on a wide range of projects and media, developing innovative graphic designs that meet business goals
- Obtain input from management, ensuring designs meet organisational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately
- Work independently and cooperatively on multiple projects, meeting deadlines, self-manage workload, which may include three or more simultaneous projects
What you’ll be doing
- Produce a wide range of materials that may include web page assets, presentations, campaign collateral, signage, internal communication, newsletters, and marketing materials
- Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity
- Develop concepts, and execute original content determining ideal usage of colour, text, font style, imagery, and layout
- Manage the design and uploading process of all project material, understanding best practices for client delivery
The skills & experience needed as Senior Designer
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, art, or similar discipline
- Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills
- 8+ years’ experience (academic and professional) with design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, etc.
- Experienced in PowerPoint, and fluent in creating professional presentations
- Proven experience with graphic design, with a strong portfolio of work
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Organisational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
What’s in it for you
- Flexible hybrid working
- Up to 30 days leave, 2 days paid for volunteering and life event leave
- Competitive salary and bonus (bonus dependent on role)
- Company pension
- Enhanced parental leave
- Healthcare options
- Wide range of flexible benefits
Country
United Kingdom Why join Kantar?
We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people, we can understand what drives their decisions, actions, and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depth expertise of human understanding alongside ground-breaking technology, we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast-paced, ever shifting world.
And because we know people, we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage teams to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no one size fits all; our approach is flexible to ensure everybody feels included, accepted, and that we can win together. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like you’re not an exact match, we’d love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.
