Job description
Fahr design and manufacture fun and engaging products for the play and leisure industries across the UK and internationally. Our products can be found in schools, play parks, swimming pools, soft play centres, theme parks, museums and more. Our growing business is looking to recruit a graphic designer to work at our Northern design office, located in the heart of Howden. We are searching for a creative to move our brand and visual communications to the next level.
The role
Design a broad range of assets from traditional print and brochures, digital advertising, website banners and content, social media, animation, and video. An opportunity that will allow you to apply all your creative flair from concept to completion.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a lively, and fast-paced environment. Working on a broad range projects for our own brand, as well as our customer base of industry leading companies. Design is, and continues to be, central to the companies’ continuing growth and success.
Key responsibilities:
Ensuring our brand identity and values are consistent across all channels.
Design and manage:
- Website and content
- Social media content across multiple platforms
- Monthly mailshots
- Annual brochure and supplements
- Exhibition banners and materials
- Product videos
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years’ graphic design experience
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects. (Full Adobe Creative Suite available to utilise)
- An understanding of WordPress and website management
- An understanding of Mailchimp and mailshots
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office
- Experience producing motion graphics, animations and video editing
- A high level of organisation, time and project management
- An upbeat, can-do attitude, and positive mind-set
- A team player with a strong and transparent communication style
- A passion for graphic design, constantly seeking out new creative ideas
- A strong attention to detail throughout all job responsibilities
What we offer:
- Competitive salary – £24,000-£30,000 per annum depending on experience
- 40 hour working week (08:00 – 17:00, Mon – Fri)
- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Free town centre car parking
- Pension scheme after 3 months service
- Occasional visits to head office / manufacturing facility in Salisbury for training
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £24,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Howden, DN14 7JG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Graphic Designer