graphic designer London, England
Job description
WHO WE ARE
White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling womenswear, menswear, accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive.
Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We’re sociable, talented and like-minded and we’re not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels.
WHO YOU ARE
You are an experienced Graphic Designer with a creative mindset, a keen eye for detail and a desire to constantly improve brand expression through better design. You are in the loop with design trends and have a strong understanding of branding. You will have proven experience working across digital, social and print channels, including but not limited to: social video editing, motion graphics, web and email design and print collateral.
You’re not afraid to share and pitch new ideas or collaborate cross-functionally, and you’ve previously worked in the retail and/or ecommerce industry.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB
As an Integrated Graphic Designer for White Stuff, your main responsibility is the creation and delivery of a range of cross-platform digital and print materials adhering to the White Stuff brand guidelines which drive the brand forward. You are skilled at motion graphic design, able to seamlessly execute creative concepts through videos and gifs, as well as coming up with new design and content ideas for web and social channels. You are also confident in your understanding and experience when designing for print.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Following direction from the Senior Creative Designer and working closely with the multichannel design team to align seasonal campaigns across all channels, including print, digital and social execution
- Helping produce eye-catching creative social content to support the brand’s marketing and content activities – including motion graphic design and video editing for use across social, web and email
- Amplifying the brand’s tone of voice through creative and engaging email and editorial webpage design
- Delivering high standard print collateral, including in store POS, look book, PR assets etc
- Supporting the multichannel design team and working on any adhoc print and digital briefs
- Working closely with the broader brand team to produce cohesive brand content, effectively communicate ideas and feedback, collaborate with other team members from e-commence, trade, dev, retail
- Producing presentation material for reviews
- Articulating and presenting creative ideas/treatments to teams
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Relevant industry experience ideally within a fashion retail in-house studio or an agency with similar client portfolio
- Skill and experience in motion graphic design, an eye for image and video editing, and a sense of three-dimensional thinking
- Excellent communication skills and digital design knowledge (including CRM, webpage and email design)
- Experience of working with different key stakeholders including marketing, digital teams and external suppliers
- Creative and conceptual thinking
- Engagement with emerging trends and culture, and with the wider creative community
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- An exceptional online portfolio showcasing innovative design concepts and highly considered visual executions
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects and Premiere Pro (Illustration skills and knowledge of Sketch/ XD a bonus)
- Great understanding of typography, layout, colour and grid structures
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellent execution of your work
WHAT WE’LL OFFER YOU
As an Integrated Graphic Designer at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include:
- Bonus opportunity
- Up to 33 days holiday per annum
- 2 extra (paid!) days off per year to volunteer in the local community
- 50% discount
- Subsidized BUPA Dental Insurance
- Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance
- Interest free season ticket loan
- Pension Contribution
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