Freelance Graphic Designer Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Job description
Job Title: Freelance Graphic Designer
Based: Newcastle upon Tyne
Hours: 8 hours minimum
Who we are?
We’re a UK-based global Social, Digital and Design agency, offering carefully crafted solutions to support businesses in the digital marketplace. Our industry-leading service aims to maximise our clients’ social influence and ensure that their Marketing, Sales, Customer Service and Customer Satisfaction goals are achieved, in-line with their strategies.
Purpose of the position
This is a freelance, part time role with a minimum of 8 hours per week and more during busy periods. The ideal candidate would be willing to come to our Gosforth office regularly but the position is also open to remote workers. Responsible for creating digital and social graphics and animations, as well as print ready artwork. You will follow art direction and briefs to deliver fresh and creative design. A great eye for type and layout is required as well as being up to speed in Adobe Creative Cloud. The role involves working on a variety of projects across both digital and print.
Key accountabilities
- A portfolio of work showing a good foundation in typography, creative thinking and the ability to translate this into various mediums.
- Design statics and animation for social media for a broad range of clients utilising Adobe Creative Suite
- Working closely internal teams to ensure designs meet expectations and requirements
- The ability to work methodically and meet deadlines.
- Study design briefs and determine requirements.
- Use the appropriate colours and layouts for each graphic.
- Amend designs after feedback.
- Ensure final visually appealing and following brand guidelines/the brief.
- The duties listed are not exhaustive and may be varied from time to time as dictated by the changing needs of the business. The post holder will be expected to undertake other duties as appropriate and as requested by his/her line manager.
Education, experience and knowledge
- Experience working across various digital marketing projects across email, social and web.
- Motion graphics experience/editing experience
- Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
- An impressive portfolio of previous work.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of energy and enthusiasm.
To apply, please submit a CV and portfolio.
Job Type: Freelance
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newcastle upon Tyne: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- Graphic design: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newcastle upon Tyne
Application deadline: 16/05/2023
