Your new company

A major UK regulatory organisation is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to join its multidisciplinary digital and communications team on an initial three-month contract. This role has been created to provide cover during a period of leave and will play a key part in delivering a high-profile corporate publication with a fixed statutory deadline.

Your new role

As Graphic Designer, you'll support the organisation's day-to-day design requirements while leading the design and production of a major annual corporate publication.

You will:

• Design corporate reports, publications and branded documents
• Create social media graphics, posters and other digital and print assets
• Develop design concepts, visual mock-ups and creative solutions
• Present ideas to stakeholders and incorporate feedback effectively
• Ensure high-quality, consistent design output across all materials
• Support and mentor a junior designer through feedback and knowledge sharing
• Work closely with senior stakeholders on a flagship annual publication project

What you'll need to succeed

• 5+ years' experience in graphic design at mid-weight level or above
• Strong portfolio showcasing corporate document and publication design
• Advanced Adobe InDesign and Photoshop skills
• Experience producing both digital and print communications
• Strong typography, layout and information design capabilities
• Confidence working directly with senior stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Desirable

• Adobe Premiere Pro and/or After Effects experience
• Motion graphics or video editing capability
• Relevant design-related qualification

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to work on a high-profile national publication
• Collaborative digital, content and campaigns environment
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Immediate start available
• Competitive day rate

What you need to do now
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