Graphic Design Placement

Short Term Contract

(February to June, part-time, unpaid) Belfast
AVA Festival & Conference, Up Productions and Plume

AVA Festival & Conference is currently looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated design
support voluntary placement student with a passion for music, festivals, arts, design and
excellent attention to detail, to join their team.

Based in Belfast, the position will be a part-time, unpaid placement. The role offers an
excellent opportunity for individuals in University or College, who are passionate and
committed to pursuing a career in the music & festival sector. The successful applicant will
work across a series of projects, from the week beginning the Monday 4th February until the
end of June 2019.

Applications must be submitted by Midnight on Monday 10th December, with interviews

occurring on Tuesday 18th December. All applicants must be available for an in person
interview on this date.

The role will require hands-on design skills across print and digital media and should be able
to work quickly and have a strong self-initiative to help with creative tasks within a busy
working environment. The role will require working in the office, responding to design briefs,
creating artwork for social media but also working on-site during events.

Main Purpose of Role

To provide support and assistance to the Wider Festival team with a focus on Graphic
Design Support.
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Design Skills:
● Understand graphic file-formats and able to manage content libraries for Cloud-based
organisation
● Understanding of Creative Cloud within MacOS system
● Proficient in Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
● Demonstrate strong typography and layout skills
● Follow brand guidelines and using templates to create artwork
● Experience creating social media graphics, GIFs, banners
● Basic knowledge of preparing artwork for print (digital + litho)
Personal Specification:
● Prepared to work under pressure under tight deadlines
● Hardworking, flexible work ethic and enthusiastic to learn new skills
● Willingness to work under own-initiative
● Organisational skills and attention to detail (strong proof-reading skills highly
desirable)
● Interest within electronic music, visual arts and culture

Disclaimer
The company presents this placement description as a guide to the major areas and duties
for which the placement holder is accountable. However, the business operates in an
environment that demands change and the placement holder's specific responsibilities and
activities will vary and develop. Therefore, the placement description should be seen as
indicative and not as a permanent, definitive and exhaustive statement.