Skill Requirements

General/Common
1. Self motivation/proactive
2. High level of experience with industry standard software (Adobe suite)
3. Time management (deadlines)
4. Attention to detail
5. Teamworking
6. Written and verbal communication
7. At least degree level

Other Desirable Traits

- Secondary specialised skills (eg: Animation, Web Design, Print)
- Social Media Presence

Artworker (Creation)
- Experience of working in an artwork production environment
- Knowledge of all litho, flexo, tampo print and production processes.
- Advanced skills in; Creative Suite 4
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Advanced knowledge of Asset management and pdf workflows preferred
- Strong knowledge of preflight software and colour management
- Comprehensive Prepress and Print knowledge
- Knowledge and experience of working on multi-lingual projects
- Strong understanding of POS and packaging mechanics

Graphic Designer (Meri Meri)

- degree in graphic design and a few years relevant experience
- You will have done some web design and high end catalogue or magazine work

Junior Designer (Six)

- Experience assisting a creative team, across digital and print
- Able to produce creative, effective and on-brief ideas, designs and layouts for a range of projects
- Work to a brief from account and project managers, discussing work with creative and design directors, and
able to take ownership and pride in all your work
- Learn to manage creative jobs within budget; ensuring your work is delivered to the client on time and to the
agreed specification
- Be able to confidently present work to the wider team
- Have an in depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite. (Video and animation skills are a bonus)

Advertising Designer (Immediate Media)

- Adverts are checked, designed, modified or repeated in accordance with instructions from clients via the ad
coordinators, work is documented, and pages are sent to print on schedule and with minimal errors.
- Pages are laid out, checked, processed and approved for print on schedule and with minimal errors.
 - Issues are archived and accurate records kept of work carried out.
- Work is produced in an accurate and organised fashion, following established workflows and procedures,
with attention paid to detail.
- A professional and customer-focussed approach is maintained to foster a culture of respect within the
department, and with clients and customers.
- Knowledge and skills are proactively shared within the team to maximise the value and flexibility of the Ad
Services department.
- A good eye for design
- Advanced IT skills: high level of competency in industry-standard publishing software, including InDesign,
Photoshop and Illustrator
- Preferably educated to degree level or equivalent education in a relevant subject area
- Previous experience of using publishing software in a commercial environment
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Well organized and cool headed able to prioritise work and respond flexibly to deadlines
- Good interpersonal skills building and maintaining relationships within the department, with Sales,
Production, Marketing and Editorial
- Proactive and professional in approach
- Understanding of print production and printing processes

Graphic Designer (Laptop Outlet)

- Excellent communication skills
- A confident and determined approach
- Able to meet strict deadlines
- A high degree of self-motivation and drive
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Highly creative and understanding for goals we need to meet
- Excellent skills in Photoshop and design creations
- Eagerness to grow skills and learn more
- Excellent attention to detail
- Be advanced and confident in using Adobe Creative suite; Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
- Have basic knowledge of HTML5 and CSS
- Any knowledge of SEO principles/ practices would be a distinct advantage

Creative Designer (Roxoa Group)

- Fully proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Bridge.

- Ability to work on both Windows and Mac systems.
- Good knowledge of typography.
- Good knowledge of ecommerce fundamentals such as banners, promotional mailshots etc.
- Knowledge of colour theory.
 - Knowledge of both desktop and mobile design characteristics.
- An interest in photography is required.
- Good knowledge of photo retouching processes and ability to work with a stylus pen.
- Knowledge of wireframing software will be advantageous (Axure, Balsamiq).
- Have an understanding of new design and digital marketing trends.
- An interest in UI design.
- Exceptional eye for detail.
- To be focused on meeting deadlines.
- Willing to absorb new information frequently.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.
- Ability to communicate your designs to executives effectively.
- The ability to manage your design work from concept through to completion ensuring consistency in design
quality.
- Knowledge of DTP will be an advantage.
- Team player.
- A willingness to share your knowledge with the rest of the team.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a studio or in-house design environment.

Graphic Designer (Blue Tree Recruits)

- 3+ years of studio agency experience

- Experience of taking briefs and an effective communicator
- Packaging experience is essential
- Strong graphic design portfolio
- A bachelor degree (in design or marketing) would be an advantage
- Proficient in Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
- Experience of coordinating work across agencies / across teams is essential
- Adherence to and championing of brand guidelines, look & feel is essential
- Be highly organized and able to work under pressure
- A self-motivated team player

Junior Graphic Designer (Just Recruitment)

- A creative passion for Graphic Design

- Proficient knowledge of the Adobe Photoshop
- Experience of the full Adobe Creative Suite software beneficial
- Experience of working within a creative or luxury industry would be beneficial
- Creative eye for detail
- Must be pro-active
- Keen to work as part of a team
- Must be able to manage a fast paced working environment
- Must have excellent communication skills