IT Systems & Graphic Design Executive Clacton-on-Sea, England
Job description
CLACTON PIER – is the largest pleasure pier in Europe, the ultimate seaside entertainment destination, offering a diverse range of modern and traditional attractions, appealing to all ages, where memories are made, and the fun never ends. With Funfair Rides, Soft Play, Amusement Arcades, Ten Pin Bowling, Adventure Golf, 4D Interactive Cinema, Go Karts and numerous Food & Beverage Outlets coupled with a busy Entertainment & Events schedule the opportunities are endless here at No.1 North Sea!
As we continue our exciting expansion and regeneration of the Pier, we're looking for an IT Systems & Graphic Design Executive to join our fantastic team.
About the Role
IT Systems & Graphic Design Executive
Location: Clacton Pier, 1 North Sea, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1QX.
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday with some weekend and evening work in peak periods
Salary: £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience
Benefits:
· Company pension scheme
· Complimentary Annual Pass and a further 3 for family members
· 20 free tickets to our attractions for family and friends
· 20% discount on food and beverage at Clacton Pier outlets
· Ongoing training and development
Working closely with our marketing team, the IT System & Graphic Design Executive will take overall responsibility for all graphic design projects across the Pier whilst also providing essential hands-on support with IT infrastructure.
A creative individual, they will interpret design briefs and work under their own initiative to produce compelling designs. Across signage, posters, leaflets, vinyl and digital display screens, they will ensure all design is in line with the company brand and guidelines and refreshed to stay relevant and up to date. They will be an excellent operator of Adobe Creative Suite, supporting the Digital Marketing Executive with design for Social Media, website and basic videography work.
The IT System & Graphic Design Executive will be the first port of call for any IT issues across the site and will provide basic troubleshooting to get systems and devices back up and running as quickly as possible. They will develop an excellent understanding of all our internal systems including Semnox, Mobaro, Microsoft 365 and Mission Control as well as the hardware on site including PC, Mac, till points, digital display screens and card readers.
They will work closely with the IT Manager to undertake repairs and upgrades to the network, installing new equipment and ensuring existing hardware is maintained. They will report reoccurring issues to the IT Manager, working with them to improve reliability of the equipment across the site.
As a 52 week a year attraction, there are a host of exciting special events and offerings in the calendar. As part of our special events team, this individual will be involved in the set-up of relevant systems including DMX lighting and sound systems.
Key responsibilities:
· Maintaining IT systems across the site, working with the IT Manager to perform repairs and upgrades
· Providing IT troubleshooting and support with laptops, PC’s, till’s, card readers, digital display screens and other infrastructure
· Setting up new IT infrastructure under the supervision of the IT Manager
· Assisting with the setup of equipment for special events including extra network points, tills, DMX lighting and sound systems
· Designing all Pier communications across print and digital channels in line with the brand image and guidelines
· Managing signage and posters across the site ensuring they are kept presentable and up to date
· Liaising with suppliers to arrange print runs of leaflets, posters, signage and other marketing materials
· Supporting the marketing team with design for social media and website
· Basic videography and editing
About You
· Competency with Adobe Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign
· Minimum of 1 year’s experience in Graphic Design
· Understanding of commercial printers and the ability to print and install signage and vinyl using on-site facilities
· Excellent attention to detail
· Creative approach with the ability design compelling content from design briefs
· Highly organised individual who can prioritise their workload to ensure efficient completion of tasks
· Working knowledge of computers, systems and infrastructure and ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic IT issues across hardware and software
· Knowledge of networks, cabling and cable management
· Experience in Fibre adventurous but not essential
Who We Are
We are renowned as an iconic traditional seaside attraction and are very proud to have been at the heart of our community since 1871. We might be over 150 years old, but we are definitely not stuck in the past!
Although steeped in history, we have a distinctly modern twist having recently invested a multi-million-pound sum in an exciting new indoor development with soft play, adventure golf, and a restaurant – to compliment the very latest thrill rides, amusements, bowling centre, 4D Cinema, bar and a variety of quality food outlets to attract all ages.
Family-owned by two brothers, Clacton Pier is the largest in Europe at 6.5 acres and won the prestigious Pier of the Year Award in 2020. This is presented by the National Piers Society which highlighted the significant improvements made to up our game over the past decade.
We aim to be the best at what we do; providing family fun and entertainment in a safe environment and our mission is to create happy memories which will last forever. We want our staff to buy into that ethos so that our visitors will want to return again and again – as well as recommend us to others.
Enthusiastic, well-motivated, out-going and lively people are always welcome to join our team with the chance to grow and progress through the company. Often the greatest appeal to our team members is the diversity of the role in this fun, fast paced environment. We offer invaluable experiences for our guests every day, and while this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of what you will do here with us, we cannot guarantee you that creating magical moments won’t come with new and amazing adventures that can make your day different!
Open 364 days a year, we boast both full and part-time jobs where no day is ever the same and where there are no problems – only solutions.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Graphic design: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
