Job description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Graphic Designer with experience in both print and digital media; someone who can take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them seamlessly into images, layouts and other designs. We work in a fast-paced environment, so the ideal designer will be able to hit the ground running and manage several projects at a time.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and forward-thinking individual who is looking for an environment that they can develop and thrive in. They will become an essential service to a team that is seeking to maximise the quality of our marketing output.
Working with the global marketing team you will be responsible for producing innovative design concepts and layouts through to producing final artwork. You will produce unique and fresh designs across various online collateral including website homepages, landing pages, virtual event portals, emails, digital display adverts as well as working across some print-based projects (brochures, adverts, flyers). You will be primarily focused on producing high quality marketing collateral for our events portfolio but will be also involved with promoting our subscriptions products and books.
The role will include - but not be limited to - the following areas:
- Producing innovative print brochures that communicate the high quality of our events.
- Designing print adverts that work effectively inside our printed publications.
- Designing eye catching digital banner adverts.
- Developing and improving our marketing email templates and ensuring that they are being used effectively.
- Preparing large format signage and stage sets to boost the user experience at our events.
- Improving the customer journey on our WordPress websites by ensuring that the content is visually engaging and communicates well.
- Protecting the brand to ensure compliance to our guidelines as well as working collaboratively with other global designers to maintain consistency internationally.
- Maintain close and positive working relationships with internal stakeholders globally.
About you
This is an exciting and challenging position for a designer looking for a chance to use their creative skills in a hands-on role that they can really make their own. You will need to be a self-starter and be able to settle into the role quickly. You will need to be a confident multi-disciplined designer looking for the next step in your career. This is a great opportunity for you to make a difference to the online presence of our products.
Your skills with Adobe Suite - particular; InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop need to be proven and underpinned with a portfolio of work. Proficiency with other applications in Adobe CS would be a bonus. You will need to be a good communicator, a collaborative worker, an efficient manager of your time and be confident to take the initiative when required. A keen eye for detail is a must as our marketing materials must be infused with the high-quality delivery that our brands represent in our markets.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Art & Design or related discipline.
- Extensive experience with Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, specifically with mockups, web design and multimedia representations
- Experience preparing design for print.
- 2+ years in professional design, preferably within a marketing team or creative agency
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to absorb and apply constructive criticism from stakeholders
- High attention to detail
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Basic video editing experience
- Working knowledge of HTML/CSS and using WordPress.
We strive to ensure that opportunities to work and develop at PEI Media are fair, inclusive, and open to all. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other equality characteristic
PEI Media supports flexible working arrangements, and we welcome career returners.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (+8 bank holidays)
- Holiday-Flex
- Flexible working policy
- 4 days volunteer leave per year
- Life Cover
- Free access to Employee Assistance programme
- Employee Referral scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- 4.5% matched pension contributions
- Cycle to work scheme
PEIHP
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Are you happy working hybrid, with 3 days in the office? (EC2V 7AN)
- What are your salary requirements?
Experience:
- Graphic design: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, EC2V
Reference ID: 23-PEI-EMEA-MARKETING-45