graphic designer Worcestershire
Job description
Green Shoots Recruitment Ltd is looking for a Graphic Designer Artworker with a least 2 years work experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small & friendly in-house design team who are part of a well-established global company. The role is a full-time position at the based in Worcester. A successful studio supplying to many large national retailers, independents and distributors across the U.K. and worldwide. The successful candidate will be working under the guidance (and alongside) 4 graphic designers and a 3D product designer.
About the Graphic Designer Artworker Role:
The position is split between packaging artwork and graphic design, with the opportunity to show off your creative flare within product design.
Branding and logo design for various product ranges.
Creating product concepts, which includes visuals, graphics and patterns.
Researching seasonal trends for inspiration.
Laying up presentations to showcase concepts to clients.
Working with customers and using style guides for Licensed ranges.
Desired Skills & Abilities for the Graphic Designer Artworker:
A foundation degree, HND or degree in graphic design or a similar design subject. (not essential based on quality of portfolio)
A sound knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite; in particular Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat.
A basic understanding of Microsoft Office would be beneficial.
At least 2 years working in a design department or studio
Knowledge of art working and setting up design for print.
Illustrative ability would be a great addition. Examples of initial sketches to finalised drawings will be welcomed to see (please bring to the interview).
Packaging skills would be an advantage but are not essential.
Personal Attributes:
Efficient and well organized with a great work ethic.
Able to work accurately to tight deadlines, especially under pressure.
A strong team player, but competent to work independently when required.
Open-minded, enthusiastic and able to express oneself in a professional manner.
Creative flair with an eye for detail and commercial sense.
Knowledge and willingness to learn processes to do with our product base.
An avid interest in design and trends.
This is a full time, permanent office based role in Worcester.
It is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working on a variety of design jobs, where the tasks can be very different from day to day and looking to expand their creativity within an interesting market. If you’d like to know more, and are interested to work for a company which is growing year-on-year and keen to learn or progress your skills within the team then please submit your updated CV and portfolio for consideration.
