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Graphic Designer (mid-weight)

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Walker Morris LLP

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Marketing
    Design
  • Leeds

AI generated summary

  • You should have a design qualification, 2+ years' experience, strong Adobe skills (including video editing), excellent communication, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
  • You will create graphics, manage print production, edit videos, support teams with design tasks, uphold brand guidelines, and stay updated on creative trends while managing your workload.

Requirements

  • Formal training or professional qualification in Graphic Design is preferred.
  • A portfolio that demonstrates ability to create visually compelling and effective designs that are executed to a high standard.
  • Experience of working in a design agency or in-house design role for 2+ years.
  • Excellent knowledge and experience of Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
  • Experience of video editing/ animation is essential, and you should have experience and knowledge of Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere.
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office – experience of working within PowerPoint & Word to create impactful communications to clients.
  • Be able to interpret a brief and understand how to bring to life key messages and concepts.
  • Be able to demonstrate a high level of creativity and accuracy to drive and create a suite of design and graphic assets to reflect our brand.
  • Ability to follow brand guidelines.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
  • An excellent understanding of typography, layout and imagery.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively with all colleagues.
  • A proactive attitude and with the ability to problem solve.

Responsibilities

  • Produce impactful graphics and branded materials both print and digital including brochures, leaflets, adverts, events materials, social media content, website graphics, other internal assets etc.
  • Manage print production on materials (desirable but not essential)
  • Execute your work to a high standard.
  • Work with the Creative Advisor to develop concepts and ideas.
  • Assist with video filming (experience is desirable but not essential)
  • Editing videos and create animations on Adobe After Effect and Premiere
  • Utilise and manage our other design software packages including Foleon and MARQ alongside the Creative Lead (no experience needed)
  • Taking briefs and create assets primarily from the Creative Lead and Marketing& Business Development team, including daily tasks such as social media static and animated. Support the Creative Lead on collection of assets for BAU activities such as imagery, email and website assets.
  • Work within brand guidelines and be a gatekeeper for them, monitoring design work being created across the business.
  • Provide ad-hoc support to the Bids team with capability statements and tender design, in Word, PowerPoint and InDesign.
  • Provide ad-hoc support to the Events team with PowerPoint presentation design.
  • Stay on top of creative trends and share ideas with the Creative Lead and Marketing team.
  • Communicate openly and effectively, ensuring timely updates on work to the Creative Lead.
  • Manage your own workload and priorities, responding to urgent work in good time.
  • Maintain organised filing of all work, ensuring easy retrieval if required.

FAQs

What type of position is this job offering?

This job is offering a mid-weight Graphic Designer position.

What will be the main responsibilities of the Graphic Designer?

The main responsibilities include producing impactful graphics and branded materials, managing print production, developing concepts with the Creative Advisor, editing videos, creating animations, and supporting various teams with design tasks.

What type of work environment will the Graphic Designer be part of?

The Graphic Designer will be part of a supportive and creative team environment, working within the Marketing and Business Development team.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

A formal training or professional qualification in Graphic Design is preferred.

How much experience is required for applicants?

Applicants are required to have at least 2+ years of experience in a design agency or in-house design role.

Which software skills are essential for the Graphic Designer role?

Excellent knowledge and experience of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and video editing/animation software (Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere) are essential.

Are there any specific design areas the Graphic Designer should be proficient in?

Yes, the Graphic Designer should demonstrate a strong understanding of typography, layout, and imagery.

What type of benefits does the company offer?

The company offers a competitive salary, annual bonus scheme, a minimum of 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), pension contributions, death in service benefits, and hybrid working options.

Are there opportunities for creative input in this role?

Yes, the role encourages sharing ideas and offers opportunities to contribute creatively to the branding and marketing materials.

How does the company approach diversity and inclusion?

Walker Morris is committed to being an inclusive employer, welcoming applications without regard to sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other characteristic that contributes to the diversity of their workforce.

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Walker Morris LLP

A diverse collection of talented lawyers & professionals providing tailored strategic advice to clients around the world

Law
Industry
201-500
Employees

Mission & Purpose

A distinctive & independent top 100 UK law firm. Valued by its clients for consistently delivering excellent results for them. To achieve this we offer clients a single site, full service commercial law firm focused on providing a wide range of clients, nationally and internationally, with partner led high quality advice. The single site, national centre of excellence in Leeds that we have built offers significant advantages in terms of developing a strong team based culture within the Firm, with the inherent value and cost effectiveness that a Leeds base brings. We are committed to supporting our clients with the best possible English law advice and to working with our trusted global network of leading independent law firms to ensure our clients’ international legal requirements and goals are met. We can offer the strength and depth of a major law firm and nationally recognised experts covering all key practice areas relevant to our clients’ businesses, including cross-border acquisitions, international arbitrations and supporting our clients’ international trade and projects.