Package Description Band: D Contract Type: Permanent Location: London. This is a hybrid role and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working Salary: up to £55,000 plus London Weighting, depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. Job Application Requirements: CV Questionnaire with opportunity to detail experience We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification. Benefits- We offer a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 26 days holiday (1 of which is a corporation day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more. Freelancers are eligible to apply for an internal role if they are on a Worker Contract and they have worked continuously for 6 months. If they have worked for less than 6 months continuously or have a break of 3 weeks or more between engagements, they must seek Divisional HR approval to apply for an internal role prior to submitting an application. If they are unsure which contract they are on, they can speak to their booker or the HR BP, however if it helps - both a PAYE freelance or Modus Gross contract is considered a Worker contract and covered by the Worker terms found here. Job Introduction The News Design team is a multi-platform, multidisciplinary team within BBC News. We are responsible for the design and visualisation of a story end to end, across all platforms from our website and app to our flagship news broadcasts and social accounts. The team brings together digital designers, broadcast designers, and developers to provide compelling visual coverage of the biggest and most significant stories. As a Senior Designer - Storytelling & formats SOCIAL, you will work closely with the Creative Director - Storytelling & formats, and will be responsible for creating new storytelling experiences and repeatable formats focussing on our social platforms. You will work closely with the editorial social teams, together with design and engineering to define how we tell our stories consistently and beautifully across all our social platforms. Working out how we do that at speed, designing for scale and re-use. Shaping the visual narrative, and delivering engaging design solutions that work across multiple platforms, this position requires a strong background in designing for social media, with hard won experience of design and storytelling in a news environment. You need excellent team leadership and change management skills, together with the ability to work tactically and strategically, engaging users, stakeholders and designers alike. Main Responsibilities Design strategy : Contribute to the development of design strategies for digital news formats and storytelling experiences (with a focus on our social platforms), collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to the Atlas design system. Provide insights and recommendations based on extensive hands-on experience designing new formats, templates and storytelling. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and feedback, aligning design choices with our storytelling goals. A creative, systemic thinker adept at problem-solving at a macro and micro scale across multiple problem spaces. Strong knowledge of UI, branding, and user experience. All deliverables and communication materials are effective and polished. Can devise new concepts and elevates brand expression within the product in elegant ways. Experience of working with and contributing to a design system. Can create advanced prototypes utilising real content and data; harnessing video or animation when necessary. Understands the big picture, but also when to focus on the details, and deliver accurate considered solutions. Fluent in responsive design and a systems thinker adept at problem-solving at a macro and micro scale across multiple problem spaces. Leadership and Collaboration: Ability to lead a small team of designers working cross-functionally with editorial, responsible for creating both bespoke solutions and templates for storytelling and new formats. Foster collaboration and communication between design and editorial, emphasising the value of a consistent design language in the user experience. Ability to inspire high design confidence in stakeholders, communicate the thinking behind the work, and show self-assurance with your presentation, narrative and rationale. Conduct design reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high quality, innovative solutions. User-Centred Design: Conduct and initiate user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and validate concepts. Advocate for the user by incorporating user feedback into the design process, ensuring a user-centric approach. Championing data and constantly bringing it to the work. Advocating for the user - always. Wireframing and Prototyping: Create detailed wireframes, interactive prototypes, and design specifications to communicate design concepts effectively. Iterate on designs based on user testing, stakeholder feedback, and evolving project requirements. Visual Design: Develop visually compelling and on-brand design solutions that elevate the storytelling experience. Ensure consistency across all platforms while pushing the creative boundaries of news presentation. Component-Driven Design: Champion and contribute to a component-driven design approach to enhance design consistency and scalability. Advocate for the importance of our design system, and help maintain a library of reusable design components, collaborating with the wider design team and front-end developers to ensure proper implementation. Design System Contributions: Contribute to the development and maintenance of a design system to ensure a cohesive and scalable design approach. Collaborate with the design team to establish and uphold component design standards. Are you the right person? Experience in Digital Design, HCI, or a related field. Experience in UX/UI design and development ideally with a strong editorial focus in deadline driven environments. Strong portfolio of design work/case studies demonstrating your principles, methodologies, and approaches. Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Sketch, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite). Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with a passion for editorial storytelling. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a big plus. Good knowledge of accessibility and usability principles. Finely tuned problem-solving skills and attention to detail. About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours here. Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC - whether that's to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here. About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy . click apply for full job details
May 01, 2024
Full time
Package Description Band: D Contract Type: Permanent Location: London. This is a hybrid role and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working Salary: up to £55,000 plus London Weighting, depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. Job Application Requirements: CV Questionnaire with opportunity to detail experience We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification. Benefits- We offer a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 26 days holiday (1 of which is a corporation day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more. Freelancers are eligible to apply for an internal role if they are on a Worker Contract and they have worked continuously for 6 months. If they have worked for less than 6 months continuously or have a break of 3 weeks or more between engagements, they must seek Divisional HR approval to apply for an internal role prior to submitting an application. If they are unsure which contract they are on, they can speak to their booker or the HR BP, however if it helps - both a PAYE freelance or Modus Gross contract is considered a Worker contract and covered by the Worker terms found here. Job Introduction The News Design team is a multi-platform, multidisciplinary team within BBC News. We are responsible for the design and visualisation of a story end to end, across all platforms from our website and app to our flagship news broadcasts and social accounts. The team brings together digital designers, broadcast designers, and developers to provide compelling visual coverage of the biggest and most significant stories. As a Senior Designer - Storytelling & formats SOCIAL, you will work closely with the Creative Director - Storytelling & formats, and will be responsible for creating new storytelling experiences and repeatable formats focussing on our social platforms. You will work closely with the editorial social teams, together with design and engineering to define how we tell our stories consistently and beautifully across all our social platforms. Working out how we do that at speed, designing for scale and re-use. Shaping the visual narrative, and delivering engaging design solutions that work across multiple platforms, this position requires a strong background in designing for social media, with hard won experience of design and storytelling in a news environment. You need excellent team leadership and change management skills, together with the ability to work tactically and strategically, engaging users, stakeholders and designers alike. Main Responsibilities Design strategy : Contribute to the development of design strategies for digital news formats and storytelling experiences (with a focus on our social platforms), collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to the Atlas design system. Provide insights and recommendations based on extensive hands-on experience designing new formats, templates and storytelling. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and feedback, aligning design choices with our storytelling goals. A creative, systemic thinker adept at problem-solving at a macro and micro scale across multiple problem spaces. Strong knowledge of UI, branding, and user experience. All deliverables and communication materials are effective and polished. Can devise new concepts and elevates brand expression within the product in elegant ways. Experience of working with and contributing to a design system. Can create advanced prototypes utilising real content and data; harnessing video or animation when necessary. Understands the big picture, but also when to focus on the details, and deliver accurate considered solutions. Fluent in responsive design and a systems thinker adept at problem-solving at a macro and micro scale across multiple problem spaces. Leadership and Collaboration: Ability to lead a small team of designers working cross-functionally with editorial, responsible for creating both bespoke solutions and templates for storytelling and new formats. Foster collaboration and communication between design and editorial, emphasising the value of a consistent design language in the user experience. Ability to inspire high design confidence in stakeholders, communicate the thinking behind the work, and show self-assurance with your presentation, narrative and rationale. Conduct design reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high quality, innovative solutions. User-Centred Design: Conduct and initiate user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and validate concepts. Advocate for the user by incorporating user feedback into the design process, ensuring a user-centric approach. Championing data and constantly bringing it to the work. Advocating for the user - always. Wireframing and Prototyping: Create detailed wireframes, interactive prototypes, and design specifications to communicate design concepts effectively. Iterate on designs based on user testing, stakeholder feedback, and evolving project requirements. Visual Design: Develop visually compelling and on-brand design solutions that elevate the storytelling experience. Ensure consistency across all platforms while pushing the creative boundaries of news presentation. Component-Driven Design: Champion and contribute to a component-driven design approach to enhance design consistency and scalability. Advocate for the importance of our design system, and help maintain a library of reusable design components, collaborating with the wider design team and front-end developers to ensure proper implementation. Design System Contributions: Contribute to the development and maintenance of a design system to ensure a cohesive and scalable design approach. Collaborate with the design team to establish and uphold component design standards. Are you the right person? Experience in Digital Design, HCI, or a related field. Experience in UX/UI design and development ideally with a strong editorial focus in deadline driven environments. Strong portfolio of design work/case studies demonstrating your principles, methodologies, and approaches. Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Sketch, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite). Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with a passion for editorial storytelling. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a big plus. Good knowledge of accessibility and usability principles. Finely tuned problem-solving skills and attention to detail. About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours here. Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC - whether that's to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here. About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy . click apply for full job details
Are you an individual eager to showcase your Design skills in this fantastic Website Designer role? Our client, a Successful and expanding business are looking for a talented Website Designer to become a part of their ambitious and prominent Marketing team - helping to maintain a strong digital representation for the company. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing visually appealing and user-friendly website layouts, as well as approaching their daily tasks with precision and accuracy. Responsibilities as a Website Designer Create visually appealing and user-friendly website layouts through design and development. Maintain and update the company's website, guaranteeing current, precise, and captivating content. Optimize website designs for seamless user experiences across mobile and desktop platforms. Collaborate with the marketing team to fuse digital marketing strategies seamlessly into web design. Manage and implement website tools and features like contact forms, blogs, and customer portals. Uphold website security by integrating best practices and keeping abreast of the latest technologies. Conduct comprehensive testing of website functionality across various browsers and devices. Monitor website traffic, analyse user engagement metrics, and provide performance reports for actionable insights. Coordinate with content creators to ensure visual layouts complement written content effectively. Remain abreast of web design trends and advancements to continually enhance the website. Experience / Skills Demonstrated expertise in website design with a robust portfolio showcasing past accomplishments. Adept in Paid Media with demonstrable knowledge. Proficient understanding of technical SEO. Skilled in utilizing web design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and WordPress. Profound understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design principles. Experience in user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design. Exceptional visual design abilities coupled with a keen awareness of user-system interaction. Creative and effective problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills and the capacity to thrive in a collaborative team setting. Preferably holds a degree in Web Design, Graphic Design, Computer Science, or a related field. Benefits An attractive salary paired with a comprehensive benefits package. Paths for professional growth and advancement in your career. Thrive in a creative and dynamic work environment that champions innovation. Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies for web design. Job Title: Website Designer Location: Southwick Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum Full time For more information about this Website Designer role, please contact Jamie Watson at Clearline Recruitment.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Are you an individual eager to showcase your Design skills in this fantastic Website Designer role? Our client, a Successful and expanding business are looking for a talented Website Designer to become a part of their ambitious and prominent Marketing team - helping to maintain a strong digital representation for the company. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing visually appealing and user-friendly website layouts, as well as approaching their daily tasks with precision and accuracy. Responsibilities as a Website Designer Create visually appealing and user-friendly website layouts through design and development. Maintain and update the company's website, guaranteeing current, precise, and captivating content. Optimize website designs for seamless user experiences across mobile and desktop platforms. Collaborate with the marketing team to fuse digital marketing strategies seamlessly into web design. Manage and implement website tools and features like contact forms, blogs, and customer portals. Uphold website security by integrating best practices and keeping abreast of the latest technologies. Conduct comprehensive testing of website functionality across various browsers and devices. Monitor website traffic, analyse user engagement metrics, and provide performance reports for actionable insights. Coordinate with content creators to ensure visual layouts complement written content effectively. Remain abreast of web design trends and advancements to continually enhance the website. Experience / Skills Demonstrated expertise in website design with a robust portfolio showcasing past accomplishments. Adept in Paid Media with demonstrable knowledge. Proficient understanding of technical SEO. Skilled in utilizing web design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and WordPress. Profound understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design principles. Experience in user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design. Exceptional visual design abilities coupled with a keen awareness of user-system interaction. Creative and effective problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills and the capacity to thrive in a collaborative team setting. Preferably holds a degree in Web Design, Graphic Design, Computer Science, or a related field. Benefits An attractive salary paired with a comprehensive benefits package. Paths for professional growth and advancement in your career. Thrive in a creative and dynamic work environment that champions innovation. Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies for web design. Job Title: Website Designer Location: Southwick Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum Full time For more information about this Website Designer role, please contact Jamie Watson at Clearline Recruitment.
Web Designer Swindon Part Time - 20hrs per week Permanent Salary is dependent on experience We are currently recruiting for a Web Designer to join our busy client based in Swindon. Duties and Responsibilities: Taking a key role in the design and layout of a website. Creating Photoshop Design File (PSDs) for visual layout of web pages and converting designs into HTML and CSS. Working with other teams to meet company-wide targets. Using web content management systems. Implementing and maintaining high quality SEO policies and incorporating them with web content. Reporting to senior management or clients. Collecting and analysing data on website usage to improve performance. Responding to reports of technical problems and working with the team to fix them quickly. Liaising with Copywriters, Graphic Designers and Developers to ensure that tasks are completed on time. Benefits: 20 days Annual Leave plus 8 days for UK Bank Holidays Company pension Free parking By applying for this role you give permission for Purely Recruitment to submit your personal information contained within your CV or any other relevant information provided in order for the prospective employer to review your application for the specific role applied for. Purely recruitment will not submit or use your personal information for any other purposes other than for searching for alternative employment.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Web Designer Swindon Part Time - 20hrs per week Permanent Salary is dependent on experience We are currently recruiting for a Web Designer to join our busy client based in Swindon. Duties and Responsibilities: Taking a key role in the design and layout of a website. Creating Photoshop Design File (PSDs) for visual layout of web pages and converting designs into HTML and CSS. Working with other teams to meet company-wide targets. Using web content management systems. Implementing and maintaining high quality SEO policies and incorporating them with web content. Reporting to senior management or clients. Collecting and analysing data on website usage to improve performance. Responding to reports of technical problems and working with the team to fix them quickly. Liaising with Copywriters, Graphic Designers and Developers to ensure that tasks are completed on time. Benefits: 20 days Annual Leave plus 8 days for UK Bank Holidays Company pension Free parking By applying for this role you give permission for Purely Recruitment to submit your personal information contained within your CV or any other relevant information provided in order for the prospective employer to review your application for the specific role applied for. Purely recruitment will not submit or use your personal information for any other purposes other than for searching for alternative employment.
LOCATION: Bristol SALARY: £30k - £38k TEMP or PERM: Permanent DAILY TIMES: Days: 8.30am-4.45pm VACANCY - MAC Operator ESS Employment Ltd are seeking a MAC Operator to join our local client. You will be responsible to ensure the timely and efficient completion of all Repro and Technical Design related production tasks. Main Duties: To create repro'd/print ready artwork from supplied customer artwork files, following site print specification and brief received. To adhere to an artwork checklist, checking all files to ensure the highest possible standard To produce technically correct print ready files for automatic trapping, and the ability to adjust files when necessary to help facilitate this. All aspects of packaging being considered including colours, varnishes, whites, printer specification and mark-up. To work closely as part of the Pre-Press team to ensure that all artwork content is consistently accurate across the client base. To hold range reviews and to communicate issues to the relevant production staff. To actively participate in the Pre-Press team, communicating well and working towards a right first-time approach. To meet all required deadlines for your assigned client in conjunction with the operational expectations. Preparing single up stations from internally repro'd & GSP supplied print ready files for step & repeat workflow. Skills Colour retouching images where required, i.e. to reduce TAC etc. To be fully up to date with expected industry standards of artwork production software platforms. Experience using GMG Opencolor software. Creative and technical thinker. Able to effectively prioritise and adapt to a variable workload. Experienced in dealing with pressure in a very fast paced environment. Pro-active and "can do" attitude is essential. Experience in creating smart button macro functions within the Artios CAD environment (desirable) Previous experience as a Packaging artworker, preferably folding cartons Primarily skilled in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & Esko Artpro/Artpro + Esko Automation Engine experience advantageous Accuracy and high levels of attention to detail Fast passed response on all tasks. Quality of work produced. Benefits: Company Pension Scheme Free car parking Modern office environment Career progression opportunities Staff canteen ESS EMPLOYMENT LTD work with clients and candidates from a range of disciplines and place people in permanent, contract and temporary roles. Many of our candidates and clients come to us by recommendation and we are proud of our personal, professional and friendly approach to recruitment. ESS EMPLOYMENT LTD employees benefit from our complete " Employee Discount Outlet Pack" that allows you to save on shopping, travelling and dining with family and friends. The pack offers discount benefits to you anytime, everywhere and on any online device. Discounts available at Amazon, Apple, Vue Cinemas, M&S, Boots, Cineworld, Tesco and Sainsbury are just a small selection of your choices. See our website for more information.
May 01, 2024
Full time
LOCATION: Bristol SALARY: £30k - £38k TEMP or PERM: Permanent DAILY TIMES: Days: 8.30am-4.45pm VACANCY - MAC Operator ESS Employment Ltd are seeking a MAC Operator to join our local client. You will be responsible to ensure the timely and efficient completion of all Repro and Technical Design related production tasks. Main Duties: To create repro'd/print ready artwork from supplied customer artwork files, following site print specification and brief received. To adhere to an artwork checklist, checking all files to ensure the highest possible standard To produce technically correct print ready files for automatic trapping, and the ability to adjust files when necessary to help facilitate this. All aspects of packaging being considered including colours, varnishes, whites, printer specification and mark-up. To work closely as part of the Pre-Press team to ensure that all artwork content is consistently accurate across the client base. To hold range reviews and to communicate issues to the relevant production staff. To actively participate in the Pre-Press team, communicating well and working towards a right first-time approach. To meet all required deadlines for your assigned client in conjunction with the operational expectations. Preparing single up stations from internally repro'd & GSP supplied print ready files for step & repeat workflow. Skills Colour retouching images where required, i.e. to reduce TAC etc. To be fully up to date with expected industry standards of artwork production software platforms. Experience using GMG Opencolor software. Creative and technical thinker. Able to effectively prioritise and adapt to a variable workload. Experienced in dealing with pressure in a very fast paced environment. Pro-active and "can do" attitude is essential. Experience in creating smart button macro functions within the Artios CAD environment (desirable) Previous experience as a Packaging artworker, preferably folding cartons Primarily skilled in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & Esko Artpro/Artpro + Esko Automation Engine experience advantageous Accuracy and high levels of attention to detail Fast passed response on all tasks. Quality of work produced. Benefits: Company Pension Scheme Free car parking Modern office environment Career progression opportunities Staff canteen ESS EMPLOYMENT LTD work with clients and candidates from a range of disciplines and place people in permanent, contract and temporary roles. Many of our candidates and clients come to us by recommendation and we are proud of our personal, professional and friendly approach to recruitment. ESS EMPLOYMENT LTD employees benefit from our complete " Employee Discount Outlet Pack" that allows you to save on shopping, travelling and dining with family and friends. The pack offers discount benefits to you anytime, everywhere and on any online device. Discounts available at Amazon, Apple, Vue Cinemas, M&S, Boots, Cineworld, Tesco and Sainsbury are just a small selection of your choices. See our website for more information.
Job Title: Graphic Designer Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE Location: Birmingham Are you a creative and talented Graphic Designer with a passion for visual storytelling? We are on the lookout for a dynamic individual to join our client's team and contribute to the success of our clients' marketing campaigns. If you have a keen eye for design, a strong portfolio showcasing your skills, and a desire to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the marketing team to understand project requirements and objectives.- Create visually appealing and effective designs for various digital and print materials, including but not limited to social media graphics, website banners, brochures, and advertisements.- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and incorporate innovative design concepts into our projects.- Ensure brand consistency across all materials and platforms.- Work with clients to understand their design needs and deliver creative solutions that meet or exceed their expectations.- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Graphic Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing a variety of design projects.- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).- Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS, and WordPress for web design purposes- Experience with video editing software such as Adobe After Effects is preferred- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.- Ability to take creative direction and work independently.- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.- 3+ years of relevant work experience in a design role. If you are interested in this role, please apply for immediate consideration and interview, and to receive further details about the role. You can contact me on or Key Words:Graphic Designer, Designer, Content Creator, Creative, Events, Sketchup, Adobe, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Designer, Design, Graphic Design, Graphics, Digital, HTML, CSS In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Graphic Designer Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE Location: Birmingham Are you a creative and talented Graphic Designer with a passion for visual storytelling? We are on the lookout for a dynamic individual to join our client's team and contribute to the success of our clients' marketing campaigns. If you have a keen eye for design, a strong portfolio showcasing your skills, and a desire to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the marketing team to understand project requirements and objectives.- Create visually appealing and effective designs for various digital and print materials, including but not limited to social media graphics, website banners, brochures, and advertisements.- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and incorporate innovative design concepts into our projects.- Ensure brand consistency across all materials and platforms.- Work with clients to understand their design needs and deliver creative solutions that meet or exceed their expectations.- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines. Requirements: - Proven experience as a Graphic Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing a variety of design projects.- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).- Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS, and WordPress for web design purposes- Experience with video editing software such as Adobe After Effects is preferred- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.- Ability to take creative direction and work independently.- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.- 3+ years of relevant work experience in a design role. If you are interested in this role, please apply for immediate consideration and interview, and to receive further details about the role. You can contact me on or Key Words:Graphic Designer, Designer, Content Creator, Creative, Events, Sketchup, Adobe, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Designer, Design, Graphic Design, Graphics, Digital, HTML, CSS In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Digital Designer On behalf of market-leading clients based in Manchester, we are recruiting a talented Digital Designer. As Digital Designer, you will work closely with teams across the business including Product, Tech, and the wider Marketing team to ideate, collaborate and create inspirational, informative, and engaging experiences and content for customers and people. The Digital Designer will be responsible for: You will work alongside our team of UX Designers, Graphic Designers and Content Creators within the Marketing team to create a customer experience to be proud of. You ll be involved in a huge range of projects, including website design and content, the App, social media, blogs, email creatives, branding, user guides, and any other areas that need to have the stamp that you ll help to develop. The Digital Designer will have the following: Experience creating pixel-perfect designs for the web and apps in Figma, Sketch, or similar applications. Experience using the Adobe CC suite of applications, especially Photoshop and Illustrator. An up-to-date portfolio of your best work. Experience in developing web/app design concepts from start to finish ideation, workshops, wireframing, prototyping, and hi-fidelity mock-ups, all the way through to development, QA, and sign-off. Able to liaise and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders to get a project over the line. Excellent time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills. Benefits Generous holiday allowance with an extra day off on your birthday Hybrid working (Manchester office) Pension and annual salary review On-site gym with free personal training. Regular remote instructor-led fitness and well-being classes How to Apply if You re Interested in this Job: If this sounds like your perfect role, click Apply without delay! Digital Designer Manchester
May 01, 2024
Full time
Digital Designer On behalf of market-leading clients based in Manchester, we are recruiting a talented Digital Designer. As Digital Designer, you will work closely with teams across the business including Product, Tech, and the wider Marketing team to ideate, collaborate and create inspirational, informative, and engaging experiences and content for customers and people. The Digital Designer will be responsible for: You will work alongside our team of UX Designers, Graphic Designers and Content Creators within the Marketing team to create a customer experience to be proud of. You ll be involved in a huge range of projects, including website design and content, the App, social media, blogs, email creatives, branding, user guides, and any other areas that need to have the stamp that you ll help to develop. The Digital Designer will have the following: Experience creating pixel-perfect designs for the web and apps in Figma, Sketch, or similar applications. Experience using the Adobe CC suite of applications, especially Photoshop and Illustrator. An up-to-date portfolio of your best work. Experience in developing web/app design concepts from start to finish ideation, workshops, wireframing, prototyping, and hi-fidelity mock-ups, all the way through to development, QA, and sign-off. Able to liaise and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders to get a project over the line. Excellent time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills. Benefits Generous holiday allowance with an extra day off on your birthday Hybrid working (Manchester office) Pension and annual salary review On-site gym with free personal training. Regular remote instructor-led fitness and well-being classes How to Apply if You re Interested in this Job: If this sounds like your perfect role, click Apply without delay! Digital Designer Manchester
At Hearst UK, there's always more to the story. Join us as our Senior Software Engineer to start the next chapter in your career. We're the UK's leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper's Bazaar and Country Living. We've created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We'll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritage to make history. Hearst's Media Platforms division is Hearst's internal product, technology and design group, which spans both CDS Global and Hearst Magazines. Media Platforms is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to build performant web applications using a modern JavaScript stack. You will be working on the app that is the first point of contact for the 150 million people that we reach through our iconic and diverse brands mentioned above. And that's just the United States, our global reach is even larger. At Media Platforms, our technology, tools, services and solutions touch hundreds of millions of lives by driving experiences, and growing businesses. Our team of engineers, product managers, data scientists and designers build a suite of products to lead the way in shaping and managing the future of publishing. You'll join a diverse, supportive community of engineers who are creating a modern content technology stack - built from the ground up - to give our clients and users, tools that enable them to tell amazing stories and run their businesses more effectively. We're using modern web technologies to do this, like Python, JavaScript, Node.js, GraphQL, and React. We're building an open, service-oriented platform driven by APIs, and believe in crafting simple, elegant solutions to complex technological and product problems. Our platform is built on AWS and Kubernetes with deployments automated through Slack bots. ABOUT THE ROLE Build the next generation of our world class publishing platform using industry leading providers and technologies serving Hearst's many acclaimed brands. Participate in product and software design discussions, working directly with other engineers, product and design teams, DevOps, and other stakeholders. Use well-reasoned, appropriate design patterns and best practices. ABOUT YOU You take initiative to constantly improve individually and as a part of a team. You have 5+ years of experience building web applications and services. You have the ability to take a feature to full completion - from inception through design, implementation, delivery, and post-release in an iterative agile environment. You have 3+ experience with client and server-side programming in React, Node.js, Python, and other similar languages. You're not tied to a specific language or technology and you're able to quickly adapt and learn new skills. Experience using Docker / Docker Compose for local development. Cloud development - Kubernetes on Amazon AWS or Google Cloud. You have experience designing database schemas, querying for data, and optimizing existing queries in PostgreSQL. You write tests to improve the quality, modularity, and maintainability of your code. You have an understanding of, and experience with, concurrency and asynchronous programming and relational and non-relational databases and data models. You have a Computer Science degree or equivalent real-world experience and knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals. You have strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills. You're an effective communicator. WHAT WE OFFER At Hearst UK, you can choose from a huge range of perks and benefits that can help you learn well, work well and live well including: 25 days' holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days) - pro rated for part-time or fixed-term employees Hybrid working - Three days per week in the office Discounted gym membership Healthcare cash plan Spend a charity day with your favourite good cause Life assurance and pension scheme Regular socials and more! There's more to your story than you imagine. And the next chapter begins right here. Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in - one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we're working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.
May 01, 2024
Full time
At Hearst UK, there's always more to the story. Join us as our Senior Software Engineer to start the next chapter in your career. We're the UK's leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper's Bazaar and Country Living. We've created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We'll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritage to make history. Hearst's Media Platforms division is Hearst's internal product, technology and design group, which spans both CDS Global and Hearst Magazines. Media Platforms is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to build performant web applications using a modern JavaScript stack. You will be working on the app that is the first point of contact for the 150 million people that we reach through our iconic and diverse brands mentioned above. And that's just the United States, our global reach is even larger. At Media Platforms, our technology, tools, services and solutions touch hundreds of millions of lives by driving experiences, and growing businesses. Our team of engineers, product managers, data scientists and designers build a suite of products to lead the way in shaping and managing the future of publishing. You'll join a diverse, supportive community of engineers who are creating a modern content technology stack - built from the ground up - to give our clients and users, tools that enable them to tell amazing stories and run their businesses more effectively. We're using modern web technologies to do this, like Python, JavaScript, Node.js, GraphQL, and React. We're building an open, service-oriented platform driven by APIs, and believe in crafting simple, elegant solutions to complex technological and product problems. Our platform is built on AWS and Kubernetes with deployments automated through Slack bots. ABOUT THE ROLE Build the next generation of our world class publishing platform using industry leading providers and technologies serving Hearst's many acclaimed brands. Participate in product and software design discussions, working directly with other engineers, product and design teams, DevOps, and other stakeholders. Use well-reasoned, appropriate design patterns and best practices. ABOUT YOU You take initiative to constantly improve individually and as a part of a team. You have 5+ years of experience building web applications and services. You have the ability to take a feature to full completion - from inception through design, implementation, delivery, and post-release in an iterative agile environment. You have 3+ experience with client and server-side programming in React, Node.js, Python, and other similar languages. You're not tied to a specific language or technology and you're able to quickly adapt and learn new skills. Experience using Docker / Docker Compose for local development. Cloud development - Kubernetes on Amazon AWS or Google Cloud. You have experience designing database schemas, querying for data, and optimizing existing queries in PostgreSQL. You write tests to improve the quality, modularity, and maintainability of your code. You have an understanding of, and experience with, concurrency and asynchronous programming and relational and non-relational databases and data models. You have a Computer Science degree or equivalent real-world experience and knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals. You have strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills. You're an effective communicator. WHAT WE OFFER At Hearst UK, you can choose from a huge range of perks and benefits that can help you learn well, work well and live well including: 25 days' holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days) - pro rated for part-time or fixed-term employees Hybrid working - Three days per week in the office Discounted gym membership Healthcare cash plan Spend a charity day with your favourite good cause Life assurance and pension scheme Regular socials and more! There's more to your story than you imagine. And the next chapter begins right here. Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in - one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we're working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.
We are currently recruiting for one of our trusted clients who are looking for a Content Manager. Join a fast-growing cybersecurity company that empowers organisations worldwide to fortify their cyber defences against today's evolving threats. What You Can Expect Salary - £25,000 - £35,000 Location - Central Leeds (2-3 days per week!) Industry - Cyber Security/ SAAS Work type - Permanent Main Responsibilities of a Content Manager Creating and delivering a data-driven content strategy that resonates with the target audience. Leading the development engaging content focused on educating the audience including training materials. Maintaining relationships with subject matter experts and graphic designers to create content that meets user needs. Analysing user feedback and data analytics to identify content optimisation opportunities. Managing the end-to-end content lifecycle from planning through to tracking performance across all channels. Experience & Skills Needed Experience as a Content Manager or Content Executive. Experience creating and delivering various forms of content. Experience using WordPress or Drupal. Knowledge of SEO best practices and how this relates to content. Creative individual. Experience working in SAAS or Cyber (desirable) What's in it For You? Amazing company to work for! Hybrid working. Immediate start. Rapidly scaling business. For further information on this Content Manager role apply below We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying, you confirm you are happy to be added to the Addition mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.
May 01, 2024
Full time
We are currently recruiting for one of our trusted clients who are looking for a Content Manager. Join a fast-growing cybersecurity company that empowers organisations worldwide to fortify their cyber defences against today's evolving threats. What You Can Expect Salary - £25,000 - £35,000 Location - Central Leeds (2-3 days per week!) Industry - Cyber Security/ SAAS Work type - Permanent Main Responsibilities of a Content Manager Creating and delivering a data-driven content strategy that resonates with the target audience. Leading the development engaging content focused on educating the audience including training materials. Maintaining relationships with subject matter experts and graphic designers to create content that meets user needs. Analysing user feedback and data analytics to identify content optimisation opportunities. Managing the end-to-end content lifecycle from planning through to tracking performance across all channels. Experience & Skills Needed Experience as a Content Manager or Content Executive. Experience creating and delivering various forms of content. Experience using WordPress or Drupal. Knowledge of SEO best practices and how this relates to content. Creative individual. Experience working in SAAS or Cyber (desirable) What's in it For You? Amazing company to work for! Hybrid working. Immediate start. Rapidly scaling business. For further information on this Content Manager role apply below We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying, you confirm you are happy to be added to the Addition mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.
WordPress Developer Cheshire, UK A leading marketing agency in Cheshire, specialising in digital marketing solutions for clients across various industries. Job Description: They are seeking a talented and experienced WordPress Developer to join their dynamic team in Cheshire (hybrid working). As a WordPress Developer, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining WordPress-based websites for their clients, ensuring high-quality, responsive, and user-friendly web experiences. Responsibilities: Develop custom WordPress themes and plugins based on client requirements, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards. Collaborate with designers, project managers, and other developers to translate design mockups and wireframes into fully functional websites. Customise and extend existing WordPress functionality using PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web technologies. Optimise website performance, speed, and security, implementing caching mechanisms, CDN integration, and security best practices. Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure seamless functionality across different devices, browsers, and screen sizes. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for existing WordPress websites, including troubleshooting issues and implementing updates and enhancements. Stay updated on the latest WordPress trends, tools, and technologies, and recommend innovative solutions to improve website performance and user experience. Collaborate with the SEO team to implement on-page SEO best practices and optimise website content for search engines. Requirements: Proven experience as a WordPress Developer, with a strong portfolio of WordPress-based projects. Proficiency in WordPress theme and plugin development, including custom theme development from scratch. Solid understanding of PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive web design principles. Experience with WordPress APIs, hooks, and filters, as well as popular WordPress plugins and frameworks. Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and code collaboration tools like GitHub or Bitbucket. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field (preferred). Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Flexible working hours and remote work options. Health insurance and other benefits. Dynamic and collaborative work environment. Join their team and become part of their exciting journey in delivering cutting-edge digital solutions to their clients. ReCulture is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
May 01, 2024
Full time
WordPress Developer Cheshire, UK A leading marketing agency in Cheshire, specialising in digital marketing solutions for clients across various industries. Job Description: They are seeking a talented and experienced WordPress Developer to join their dynamic team in Cheshire (hybrid working). As a WordPress Developer, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining WordPress-based websites for their clients, ensuring high-quality, responsive, and user-friendly web experiences. Responsibilities: Develop custom WordPress themes and plugins based on client requirements, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards. Collaborate with designers, project managers, and other developers to translate design mockups and wireframes into fully functional websites. Customise and extend existing WordPress functionality using PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web technologies. Optimise website performance, speed, and security, implementing caching mechanisms, CDN integration, and security best practices. Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure seamless functionality across different devices, browsers, and screen sizes. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for existing WordPress websites, including troubleshooting issues and implementing updates and enhancements. Stay updated on the latest WordPress trends, tools, and technologies, and recommend innovative solutions to improve website performance and user experience. Collaborate with the SEO team to implement on-page SEO best practices and optimise website content for search engines. Requirements: Proven experience as a WordPress Developer, with a strong portfolio of WordPress-based projects. Proficiency in WordPress theme and plugin development, including custom theme development from scratch. Solid understanding of PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive web design principles. Experience with WordPress APIs, hooks, and filters, as well as popular WordPress plugins and frameworks. Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and code collaboration tools like GitHub or Bitbucket. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field (preferred). Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Flexible working hours and remote work options. Health insurance and other benefits. Dynamic and collaborative work environment. Join their team and become part of their exciting journey in delivering cutting-edge digital solutions to their clients. ReCulture is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Resolve Recruitment are working with one of the UK's most dynamic and fast-growing tech companies who, due to considerable expansion, are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join their IT division. This is a remote based role. Ourt client's technology solves problems. They've established the company as a leading developer of innovative software solutions, and are looking for a highly skilled software engineer to join their program and network design team. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of software development processes, along with solid experience in testing and evaluating current networking systems. This person should be highly motivated in finding technical issues and fixing them with meticulous code. Objectives of this role Enhance existing platform and network capabilities to handle massive growth, enabling new insights and products based on data via self-serve computing, reporting solutions, and interactive querying Visualize, design, and develop innovative software platforms as we continue to experience growth in the usage and visibility of our products Create scalable software platforms and applications, as well as efficient networking solutions, that are unit tested, code reviewed, and checked regularly for continuous integration Examine existing systems for flaws and create solutions that improve service uptime and time-to-resolve through monitoring and automated remediation Plan and execute full software development lifecycle for each assigned project, adhering to company standards and expectations Responsibilities Design and build tools and frameworks to automate the development, testing, deployment, and management of services and products Plan and scale distributed software and applications, using synchronous and asynchronous design patterns, writing code, and delivering with urgency and quality Collaborate with global team to produce project plans and analyze the efficiency and feasibility of project operations, leveraging global technology stack and making localised improvements Track, document, and maintain software and network system functionality, and leverage any opportunity to improve engineering Focus on creating software and networking platforms that are free of faulty programming, and continuously keep developers in step without compromising site reliability Work with product managers and user-experience designers to influence the strategy and delivery of next-wave product features and system capabilities Required skills and qualifications Four or more years of experience as engineer of software and networking platforms Four or more years of experience (professional and academic) with Java, Python, and C++ Proven ability to document design processes, including development, testing, analytics, and troubleshooting Experience with rapid development cycles in a web-based environment Strong ability in scripting and test automation Desire to continue professional growth through training and education Preferred skills and qualifications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in software engineering or information technology Working knowledge of relational databases as well as ORM and SQL technologies Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, and content management systems Web application development experience with multiple frameworks, including Wicket, GWT, and Spring MVC Salary Up to £100k (DOE) plus extensive benefits If this role looks to be of interest to you, then please apply TODAY
May 01, 2024
Full time
Resolve Recruitment are working with one of the UK's most dynamic and fast-growing tech companies who, due to considerable expansion, are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join their IT division. This is a remote based role. Ourt client's technology solves problems. They've established the company as a leading developer of innovative software solutions, and are looking for a highly skilled software engineer to join their program and network design team. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of software development processes, along with solid experience in testing and evaluating current networking systems. This person should be highly motivated in finding technical issues and fixing them with meticulous code. Objectives of this role Enhance existing platform and network capabilities to handle massive growth, enabling new insights and products based on data via self-serve computing, reporting solutions, and interactive querying Visualize, design, and develop innovative software platforms as we continue to experience growth in the usage and visibility of our products Create scalable software platforms and applications, as well as efficient networking solutions, that are unit tested, code reviewed, and checked regularly for continuous integration Examine existing systems for flaws and create solutions that improve service uptime and time-to-resolve through monitoring and automated remediation Plan and execute full software development lifecycle for each assigned project, adhering to company standards and expectations Responsibilities Design and build tools and frameworks to automate the development, testing, deployment, and management of services and products Plan and scale distributed software and applications, using synchronous and asynchronous design patterns, writing code, and delivering with urgency and quality Collaborate with global team to produce project plans and analyze the efficiency and feasibility of project operations, leveraging global technology stack and making localised improvements Track, document, and maintain software and network system functionality, and leverage any opportunity to improve engineering Focus on creating software and networking platforms that are free of faulty programming, and continuously keep developers in step without compromising site reliability Work with product managers and user-experience designers to influence the strategy and delivery of next-wave product features and system capabilities Required skills and qualifications Four or more years of experience as engineer of software and networking platforms Four or more years of experience (professional and academic) with Java, Python, and C++ Proven ability to document design processes, including development, testing, analytics, and troubleshooting Experience with rapid development cycles in a web-based environment Strong ability in scripting and test automation Desire to continue professional growth through training and education Preferred skills and qualifications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in software engineering or information technology Working knowledge of relational databases as well as ORM and SQL technologies Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, and content management systems Web application development experience with multiple frameworks, including Wicket, GWT, and Spring MVC Salary Up to £100k (DOE) plus extensive benefits If this role looks to be of interest to you, then please apply TODAY
International Luxury Consumer brand is looking for a talented and innovative UX Designer to lead UX/UI design across web platforms, supporting the ongoing growth and future ambitions of our Ecommerce channel, and deliver exceptional customer experience in all digital channels with best-in-class brand assets and design. Great hybrid role ( 3 days in office) with fab benefits including bonus and private medical, life assurance and free parking ! Key Responsibilities: • Designing websites, landing pages, illustrations, logos, and digital assets optimized for web devices • Wireframing and prototyping user journeys and conversion paths using Adobe XD or Figma or Sketch • Collaborating to conceptualize visuals based on requirements • Working with copywriters and front-end developers, CRO specialist to produce build-ready designs • Ensuring design standards, guidelines, and best practices are adhered to across the Digital team • Managing, mentoring, and supporting more junior members of the UX design team • Conducting competitive analysis of other websites that operate in the same space • Iterative working and identifying areas for improvement Requirements: - 5+ years of UX Design experience preferably in consumer goods / ecommerce designing solid landing pages and webpages that are responsive. - A rich understanding of user experience principles. - Experience in branding, graphic design illustration, digital assets creation. - Experience using Adobe XD or Figma or Sketch to create interactive wireframes - Familiarity with Adobe software (Illustrator, Photoshop) is required. - Familiarity with Bootstrap Design Frameworks is required. - Knowledge of SEO fundamentals. - Understanding of HTML/CSS/JavaScript required. - Experience working on e-commerce websites is preferred but not mandatory. Qualifications: - Digital savvy, well-rounded creative with design, content, and/or generic creative experience. - Strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively. - Self-motivated, who drives for results with commitment to details and quality. - Strong organizational and multitasking skills. - Experience working closely with front-end developers
May 01, 2024
Full time
International Luxury Consumer brand is looking for a talented and innovative UX Designer to lead UX/UI design across web platforms, supporting the ongoing growth and future ambitions of our Ecommerce channel, and deliver exceptional customer experience in all digital channels with best-in-class brand assets and design. Great hybrid role ( 3 days in office) with fab benefits including bonus and private medical, life assurance and free parking ! Key Responsibilities: • Designing websites, landing pages, illustrations, logos, and digital assets optimized for web devices • Wireframing and prototyping user journeys and conversion paths using Adobe XD or Figma or Sketch • Collaborating to conceptualize visuals based on requirements • Working with copywriters and front-end developers, CRO specialist to produce build-ready designs • Ensuring design standards, guidelines, and best practices are adhered to across the Digital team • Managing, mentoring, and supporting more junior members of the UX design team • Conducting competitive analysis of other websites that operate in the same space • Iterative working and identifying areas for improvement Requirements: - 5+ years of UX Design experience preferably in consumer goods / ecommerce designing solid landing pages and webpages that are responsive. - A rich understanding of user experience principles. - Experience in branding, graphic design illustration, digital assets creation. - Experience using Adobe XD or Figma or Sketch to create interactive wireframes - Familiarity with Adobe software (Illustrator, Photoshop) is required. - Familiarity with Bootstrap Design Frameworks is required. - Knowledge of SEO fundamentals. - Understanding of HTML/CSS/JavaScript required. - Experience working on e-commerce websites is preferred but not mandatory. Qualifications: - Digital savvy, well-rounded creative with design, content, and/or generic creative experience. - Strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively. - Self-motivated, who drives for results with commitment to details and quality. - Strong organizational and multitasking skills. - Experience working closely with front-end developers
My client in Canterbury is seeking a talented Freelance Web Designer to join their ecommerce project team. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing skills in graphic design, front-end development, user experience design, back-end development, ecommerce solutions, and content creation. This role is perfect for a creative and technical professional who is passionate about building seamless online shopping experiences. Day to Day of the Role: Design visually appealing layouts, user interfaces, and branding elements that align with the company's aesthetic and ecommerce goals. Develop responsive front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness. Plan and implement site architecture and interaction flows to optimise user experience. Integrate and customise back-end features to support ecommerce functionality, including shopping carts and payment gateways. Collaborate with the content team to create and optimize web content for SEO, ensuring that all content aligns with the brand and enhances the user experience. Test and troubleshoot any issues that arise and ensure that the final product meets the project's requirements. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in graphic design with a strong portfolio of work. Proficiency in front-end development, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Solid understanding of user experience design principles and tools. Experience with back-end development, particularly in integrating ecommerce features. Knowledge of building ecommerce platforms, including shopping carts and payment gateways. Excellent content creation skills with an understanding of SEO best practices. Ability to work independently, manage project timelines, and communicate effectively with team members. Benefits: Flexible working opportunity. Competitive project-based compensation. Exposure to innovative ecommerce projects. Opportunity to work with a dynamic and creative team. Apply now for immediate consideration!
May 01, 2024
Full time
My client in Canterbury is seeking a talented Freelance Web Designer to join their ecommerce project team. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing skills in graphic design, front-end development, user experience design, back-end development, ecommerce solutions, and content creation. This role is perfect for a creative and technical professional who is passionate about building seamless online shopping experiences. Day to Day of the Role: Design visually appealing layouts, user interfaces, and branding elements that align with the company's aesthetic and ecommerce goals. Develop responsive front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness. Plan and implement site architecture and interaction flows to optimise user experience. Integrate and customise back-end features to support ecommerce functionality, including shopping carts and payment gateways. Collaborate with the content team to create and optimize web content for SEO, ensuring that all content aligns with the brand and enhances the user experience. Test and troubleshoot any issues that arise and ensure that the final product meets the project's requirements. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in graphic design with a strong portfolio of work. Proficiency in front-end development, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Solid understanding of user experience design principles and tools. Experience with back-end development, particularly in integrating ecommerce features. Knowledge of building ecommerce platforms, including shopping carts and payment gateways. Excellent content creation skills with an understanding of SEO best practices. Ability to work independently, manage project timelines, and communicate effectively with team members. Benefits: Flexible working opportunity. Competitive project-based compensation. Exposure to innovative ecommerce projects. Opportunity to work with a dynamic and creative team. Apply now for immediate consideration!
Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Location: 1 day a week in West London Salary: up to £52,000 + Benefits (dependent on experience) Senior Software Engineer London / Hybrid WfH to £52k A British institution currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer to work across five cross-functional product teams, consisting of developers, UX, designers, content authors and product managers and to hit the ground running on a combination of BAU & Project work. The Senior Software Engineer role also has excellent progression routes into managerial roles and gives you the opportunity to make impacts across the whole institution. Requirements for the Senior Software Engineer : Experience with React - (Next.js is a strong desirable) Experience dealing with a large portfolio of work Prior experience with Unit Testing Experience and willingness to coach and mentor other engineers Experience providing oversight on technical delivery, overseeing developers with different specialisms and varying levels of experience Knowledge and experience of delivering software solutions, covering design, prototyping, implementation, testing and ongoing support Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills The Senior Software Engineer also offers a whole array of benefits ranging from 27.5 days annual leave to a very generous pension scheme. If you are interested in applying for the Senior Software Engineer role then please reply with a copy of your most up to date CV and we will be in touch. Software Engineer / Software Engineer / TDD / Test-driven development / .NET / React / React JS / JS / JavaScript / Node / Node JS / TypeScript / AWS / Terraform / Docker / Developer / Software Developer / Fullstack Developer / Full Stack Developer / Full-stack Developer /
May 01, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Location: 1 day a week in West London Salary: up to £52,000 + Benefits (dependent on experience) Senior Software Engineer London / Hybrid WfH to £52k A British institution currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer to work across five cross-functional product teams, consisting of developers, UX, designers, content authors and product managers and to hit the ground running on a combination of BAU & Project work. The Senior Software Engineer role also has excellent progression routes into managerial roles and gives you the opportunity to make impacts across the whole institution. Requirements for the Senior Software Engineer : Experience with React - (Next.js is a strong desirable) Experience dealing with a large portfolio of work Prior experience with Unit Testing Experience and willingness to coach and mentor other engineers Experience providing oversight on technical delivery, overseeing developers with different specialisms and varying levels of experience Knowledge and experience of delivering software solutions, covering design, prototyping, implementation, testing and ongoing support Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills The Senior Software Engineer also offers a whole array of benefits ranging from 27.5 days annual leave to a very generous pension scheme. If you are interested in applying for the Senior Software Engineer role then please reply with a copy of your most up to date CV and we will be in touch. Software Engineer / Software Engineer / TDD / Test-driven development / .NET / React / React JS / JS / JavaScript / Node / Node JS / TypeScript / AWS / Terraform / Docker / Developer / Software Developer / Fullstack Developer / Full Stack Developer / Full-stack Developer /
Wishbone Games is a fun and dynamic software development company in the centre of Cardiff. We make online gambling games(slots) that are released worldwide. We are looking for a young, enthusiastic creative designer to join our team as a junior digital marketing designer. You will be a forward-thinking individual who can work within a fast paced ever changing environment. You will need to be a person who isn't afraid to get stuck in and be on hand to create marketing content to support the release of our online games. In this role, you will be: Working with members of the design team to produce creative and innovative marketing packs to support our game release schedule. Designing marketing literature including brochures, flyers, adverts, posters, and event material. Working with the creative director and marketing director to ensure that marketing material is produced to the highest standard and to meet deadlines. Using design software and packages including Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator & InDesign. Obtaining quotes as required for print and merchandise. Assisting with maintaining content for the website. What we're looking for: You'll be a self-starter who is eager to develop skills in marketing, content creation and digital graphic design. Experience with graphic design software - an up-to-date portfolio of your work is required. You'll be driven and keen to learn and build on your existing skill-set. Excellent organisational skills are required as well as attention to detail, and accuracy. Here's what you'll get in return: Salary - 25,000 to 30,000 per annum. Pension scheme. 25 days holiday + bank holidays and Christmas break. Please note, this is predominantly an on-site role. Are you up to the challenge? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch by uploading your CV to this advert (please ensure there is a link to an online portfolio of design work).
May 01, 2024
Full time
Wishbone Games is a fun and dynamic software development company in the centre of Cardiff. We make online gambling games(slots) that are released worldwide. We are looking for a young, enthusiastic creative designer to join our team as a junior digital marketing designer. You will be a forward-thinking individual who can work within a fast paced ever changing environment. You will need to be a person who isn't afraid to get stuck in and be on hand to create marketing content to support the release of our online games. In this role, you will be: Working with members of the design team to produce creative and innovative marketing packs to support our game release schedule. Designing marketing literature including brochures, flyers, adverts, posters, and event material. Working with the creative director and marketing director to ensure that marketing material is produced to the highest standard and to meet deadlines. Using design software and packages including Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator & InDesign. Obtaining quotes as required for print and merchandise. Assisting with maintaining content for the website. What we're looking for: You'll be a self-starter who is eager to develop skills in marketing, content creation and digital graphic design. Experience with graphic design software - an up-to-date portfolio of your work is required. You'll be driven and keen to learn and build on your existing skill-set. Excellent organisational skills are required as well as attention to detail, and accuracy. Here's what you'll get in return: Salary - 25,000 to 30,000 per annum. Pension scheme. 25 days holiday + bank holidays and Christmas break. Please note, this is predominantly an on-site role. Are you up to the challenge? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch by uploading your CV to this advert (please ensure there is a link to an online portfolio of design work).
UX Designer (VLE) Rate - £350 a dayDuration - (2 months initially)Location - London (On-site)IR35 - Outside We are seeking a talented UX Designer with a passion for educational technology to join our team and contribute to the development of our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). As a UX Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience of our platform, ensuring its usability, accessibility, and overall effectiveness in facilitating learning outcomes. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, and content creators to create intuitive and visually appealing interfaces that enhance the educational experience for students and educators alike. The ideal candidate would have experience with Brightspace (VLE environment) and worked within the Education Sector previously. Excellent technical understanding of the Brightspace Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Significant experience of developing and mapping User Experience journeys in a VLE context Strong understanding of a "Design, Build, Test, Deliver" approach to developing VLE content Experience of supporting stakeholders in understanding and agreeing to digital user journeys Experience of delivering digital technology solutions in a Higher Education context
May 01, 2024
Full time
UX Designer (VLE) Rate - £350 a dayDuration - (2 months initially)Location - London (On-site)IR35 - Outside We are seeking a talented UX Designer with a passion for educational technology to join our team and contribute to the development of our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). As a UX Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience of our platform, ensuring its usability, accessibility, and overall effectiveness in facilitating learning outcomes. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, and content creators to create intuitive and visually appealing interfaces that enhance the educational experience for students and educators alike. The ideal candidate would have experience with Brightspace (VLE environment) and worked within the Education Sector previously. Excellent technical understanding of the Brightspace Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Significant experience of developing and mapping User Experience journeys in a VLE context Strong understanding of a "Design, Build, Test, Deliver" approach to developing VLE content Experience of supporting stakeholders in understanding and agreeing to digital user journeys Experience of delivering digital technology solutions in a Higher Education context
Graphic Designer Wokingham Permanent - Monday to Friday £30,000 per annum Are you seeking a vibrant, hands-on work environment with ample opportunities for professional development? Our client, a leading provider of security solutions has an exciting opportunity available. We are seeking a skilled Graphic Designer to join our client's dynamic team. In this role, you will support various marketing initiatives aimed at enhancing awareness of our client's brand. Your responsibilities will include crafting 3D product renders and producing photography/video content for use in digital platforms such as email newsletters, webinars, and product launches. Key Responsibilities Develop visually engaging assets encompassing 3D renders, product testing, customer case studies, and event photography/videos. Collaborate with Sales, Technical, and Production teams to produce technically accurate 3D product renders for marketing collateral. Ensure consistency and accuracy of visual content across various platforms, including websites and marketing materials. Provide support for other marketing endeavours as part of the Marketing Team. Requirements Demonstrated expertise in designing 3D concepts using Blender or similar software. Proficiency in video editing using After Effects or Premiere Pro. Ability to grasp stakeholder requirements and tailor designs accordingly. Strong interpersonal skills and confident communication abilities. Proven track record of managing multiple projects under tight deadlines. Meticulous attention to detail and a thorough approach. Adaptability, composure under pressure, and a proactive attitude. Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we're sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Graphic Designer Wokingham Permanent - Monday to Friday £30,000 per annum Are you seeking a vibrant, hands-on work environment with ample opportunities for professional development? Our client, a leading provider of security solutions has an exciting opportunity available. We are seeking a skilled Graphic Designer to join our client's dynamic team. In this role, you will support various marketing initiatives aimed at enhancing awareness of our client's brand. Your responsibilities will include crafting 3D product renders and producing photography/video content for use in digital platforms such as email newsletters, webinars, and product launches. Key Responsibilities Develop visually engaging assets encompassing 3D renders, product testing, customer case studies, and event photography/videos. Collaborate with Sales, Technical, and Production teams to produce technically accurate 3D product renders for marketing collateral. Ensure consistency and accuracy of visual content across various platforms, including websites and marketing materials. Provide support for other marketing endeavours as part of the Marketing Team. Requirements Demonstrated expertise in designing 3D concepts using Blender or similar software. Proficiency in video editing using After Effects or Premiere Pro. Ability to grasp stakeholder requirements and tailor designs accordingly. Strong interpersonal skills and confident communication abilities. Proven track record of managing multiple projects under tight deadlines. Meticulous attention to detail and a thorough approach. Adaptability, composure under pressure, and a proactive attitude. Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we're sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business.
I am currently looking for a highly skilled Digital Project Manager to oversee a range of digital projects on a short-term contract basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in web project management and will be instrumental in driving website upgrades, online tools, web applications, and advertising campaigns to successful completion. Day to Day of the Role: Scope project requirements and prepare comprehensive budgets. Develop detailed project plans to track progress and ensure timely delivery. Collaborate with internal teams, including developers, designers, and content creators, to design, develop, and implement digital projects. Coordinate project efforts and maintain clear communication across all departments. Ensure all digital projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet high-quality standards. Develop and maintain all project documentation, including risk logs and requirement specifications. Monitor and report on website traffic and user engagement metrics using Google Analytics. Communicate effectively with team members, ensuring alignment and understanding of delegated tasks. Identify potential risks or issues early and take proactive steps to resolve them. Continuously evaluate project outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as a Digital Project Manager. Proficiency with project management software such as MS Project and AtTask. Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS) and a good understanding of HTML/CSS. Strong grasp of SEO principles and Google Analytics. Experience with user experience (UX) design software. Solid technical background with the ability to troubleshoot accessibility and compatibility issues. Exceptional organisational and time management skills. Strong communication and team management abilities. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Marketing, or a relevant field is highly desirable. If you meet the above criteria, I look forward to hearing from you!
May 01, 2024
Full time
I am currently looking for a highly skilled Digital Project Manager to oversee a range of digital projects on a short-term contract basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in web project management and will be instrumental in driving website upgrades, online tools, web applications, and advertising campaigns to successful completion. Day to Day of the Role: Scope project requirements and prepare comprehensive budgets. Develop detailed project plans to track progress and ensure timely delivery. Collaborate with internal teams, including developers, designers, and content creators, to design, develop, and implement digital projects. Coordinate project efforts and maintain clear communication across all departments. Ensure all digital projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet high-quality standards. Develop and maintain all project documentation, including risk logs and requirement specifications. Monitor and report on website traffic and user engagement metrics using Google Analytics. Communicate effectively with team members, ensuring alignment and understanding of delegated tasks. Identify potential risks or issues early and take proactive steps to resolve them. Continuously evaluate project outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as a Digital Project Manager. Proficiency with project management software such as MS Project and AtTask. Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS) and a good understanding of HTML/CSS. Strong grasp of SEO principles and Google Analytics. Experience with user experience (UX) design software. Solid technical background with the ability to troubleshoot accessibility and compatibility issues. Exceptional organisational and time management skills. Strong communication and team management abilities. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Marketing, or a relevant field is highly desirable. If you meet the above criteria, I look forward to hearing from you!
Homebase has changed more in the last three years than ever before in our history and the way our customers shop has changed as well. To keep up to date in an ever-changing retail landscape we need to keep adapting and make sure we are offering our customers the best possible digital experience. This is why we have set our sights on becoming digital marketplace leaders. To help us continue our transformation we are looking for a creative superstar to join the team and help in leading this journey. As our newest Digital Creative Experience Designer, you will provide digital creative expertise and services to the Homebase Digital team. You will drive forward the online digital experience for the Homebase website by ensuring first-class customer journeys, simple user experiences, and stunning creative, and engaging content. You'll be working within in a fast-paced environment, so you will need to thrive on delivering creative experiences, that align with our brand guidelines, to support our extensive product range and delight our customers. Working hours : 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday. (8am - 4pm/9am - 5pm) Contract: Full-Time, Perm. Location: Fully remote - with 2 days in our Milton Keynes (Store Support Center) offices per month While this is a remote opportunity we do ask for some flexibility on the run-up to and during our peak seasons. Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 plus bonus (Depending Upon Experience) What will you be doing? (including but not limited to) Development of wireframes, visual concepts, prototypes, and all associated assets needed for the CMS Development of all eCRM assets in line with digital guidelines Ownership of UI libraries and assets Guardian of digital brand guidelines Carrying out user testing on creative concepts Ensuring the website meets required accessibility guidelines Supporting development of 3rd party applications with visuals and customer journey flows Providing support and feedback to 3rd party sites on reflecting the Homebase brand Building relationships and align creative executions with offline marketing teams What you need to be successful: Digital expert ideally from a retail environment Strong attention to detail, guardian of the brand guidelines and UI design Planning and managing own workload Extensive experience of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop/Illustrator/XD) UX skills to wireframe and prototype customer journeys Knowledge of HTML/CSS would be beneficial SEO knowledge Benefits What can we offer you in return? Making your pay go further 20% team member discount for Homebase and Bathstore when shopping in-store and online, available from your very first day with us We'll allow you to enhance your payment through our fantastic, discretionary bonus plan Our Hapi To Be Home well-being portal helps you save money on everything from your weekly food shop to a fun night out with friends and family Holiday starting from 24 days plus bank holidays, rising with service Saving for your future and giving back to local communities Homebase Personal Pension Plan (with Life Assurance cover) An opportunity to get involved in fundraising events, helping to raise money for our charity partner, Macmillan Cancer Support to fund home-related grants. These grants help keep those most in need safe and comfortable in their homes Our Payroll Giving Scheme makes it easy for you to make a regular donation to any registered charity close to your heart Always growing together We'll offer you learning and development opportunities to give you the tools to do your job and there is also the opportunity to earn recognized qualifications from City and Guilds and to gain apprenticeship qualifications to enhance/develop you in your role or career with us Our monthly Lunch and Learn sessions will help you grow with talks from external and internal speakers Sounds like a team you'd like to be part of? Click 'Apply' now - we'd love to meet you!
May 01, 2024
Full time
Homebase has changed more in the last three years than ever before in our history and the way our customers shop has changed as well. To keep up to date in an ever-changing retail landscape we need to keep adapting and make sure we are offering our customers the best possible digital experience. This is why we have set our sights on becoming digital marketplace leaders. To help us continue our transformation we are looking for a creative superstar to join the team and help in leading this journey. As our newest Digital Creative Experience Designer, you will provide digital creative expertise and services to the Homebase Digital team. You will drive forward the online digital experience for the Homebase website by ensuring first-class customer journeys, simple user experiences, and stunning creative, and engaging content. You'll be working within in a fast-paced environment, so you will need to thrive on delivering creative experiences, that align with our brand guidelines, to support our extensive product range and delight our customers. Working hours : 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday. (8am - 4pm/9am - 5pm) Contract: Full-Time, Perm. Location: Fully remote - with 2 days in our Milton Keynes (Store Support Center) offices per month While this is a remote opportunity we do ask for some flexibility on the run-up to and during our peak seasons. Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 plus bonus (Depending Upon Experience) What will you be doing? (including but not limited to) Development of wireframes, visual concepts, prototypes, and all associated assets needed for the CMS Development of all eCRM assets in line with digital guidelines Ownership of UI libraries and assets Guardian of digital brand guidelines Carrying out user testing on creative concepts Ensuring the website meets required accessibility guidelines Supporting development of 3rd party applications with visuals and customer journey flows Providing support and feedback to 3rd party sites on reflecting the Homebase brand Building relationships and align creative executions with offline marketing teams What you need to be successful: Digital expert ideally from a retail environment Strong attention to detail, guardian of the brand guidelines and UI design Planning and managing own workload Extensive experience of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop/Illustrator/XD) UX skills to wireframe and prototype customer journeys Knowledge of HTML/CSS would be beneficial SEO knowledge Benefits What can we offer you in return? Making your pay go further 20% team member discount for Homebase and Bathstore when shopping in-store and online, available from your very first day with us We'll allow you to enhance your payment through our fantastic, discretionary bonus plan Our Hapi To Be Home well-being portal helps you save money on everything from your weekly food shop to a fun night out with friends and family Holiday starting from 24 days plus bank holidays, rising with service Saving for your future and giving back to local communities Homebase Personal Pension Plan (with Life Assurance cover) An opportunity to get involved in fundraising events, helping to raise money for our charity partner, Macmillan Cancer Support to fund home-related grants. These grants help keep those most in need safe and comfortable in their homes Our Payroll Giving Scheme makes it easy for you to make a regular donation to any registered charity close to your heart Always growing together We'll offer you learning and development opportunities to give you the tools to do your job and there is also the opportunity to earn recognized qualifications from City and Guilds and to gain apprenticeship qualifications to enhance/develop you in your role or career with us Our monthly Lunch and Learn sessions will help you grow with talks from external and internal speakers Sounds like a team you'd like to be part of? Click 'Apply' now - we'd love to meet you!
Role : Middleweight Graphic Designer - Castleford Salary : up to £35k per annum Working Hours : Monday - Wednesday 8:30-5 office based. Thursday - Friday working from home. 4pm finish Friday. Benefits: 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays. Plus extra day annual leave given for Birthday. Opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional day holiday leave. Annual bonus scheme. Salary sacrifice scheme. WeCare subscription, providing 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more. Discount and Recognition by Aon platform. Elevation Recruitment Group - Marketing Division are excited to be working exclusively with a family run business who provide high quality, premium market leading products. General overview: We are looking for a highly skilled and creative Middleweight Graphic Designer to join our in-house design team, working closely with our Group Creative Lead. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their proficiency in both print and digital design, as well as a proven track record of delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines. Responsibilities: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop creative concepts, impactful storytelling and design solutions for various marketing materials, including but not limited to: Print collateral such as brochures, flyers, posters, and packaging Digital assets such as website graphics, social media content, email campaigns, and online advertisements Translate marketing objectives into creative designs that effectively communicate our brand message and resonate with our target audience Take ownership of design projects from concept to completion, ensuring all deliverables are of the highest quality and align with brand guidelines Work closely with other members of the design team to brainstorm ideas, provide feedback, and contribute to a collaborative and supportive work environment Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to continually improve our design processes and capabilities Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to understand project requirements, provide updates on progress, and address any feedback or revisions Core Competencies Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field (ideally) Proven professional experience in graphic design, preferably in a fast-paced agency or in-house creative environment Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software Experience with both 2D and 3D graphics Strong understanding of typography, colour theory, layout, and visual hierarchy Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively present and articulate design concepts to team members and stakeholders Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating innovative and visually compelling designs Experience working on projects across multiple platforms and channels, with a focus on both print and digital mediums Portfolio requirements: A portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design projects and creative solutions Demonstration of campaigns from concept to delivery Demonstration of conceptualisation of design Showcasing commercial applications and rationale of campaigns- seeing it through to delivery
May 01, 2024
Full time
Role : Middleweight Graphic Designer - Castleford Salary : up to £35k per annum Working Hours : Monday - Wednesday 8:30-5 office based. Thursday - Friday working from home. 4pm finish Friday. Benefits: 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays. Plus extra day annual leave given for Birthday. Opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional day holiday leave. Annual bonus scheme. Salary sacrifice scheme. WeCare subscription, providing 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more. Discount and Recognition by Aon platform. Elevation Recruitment Group - Marketing Division are excited to be working exclusively with a family run business who provide high quality, premium market leading products. General overview: We are looking for a highly skilled and creative Middleweight Graphic Designer to join our in-house design team, working closely with our Group Creative Lead. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their proficiency in both print and digital design, as well as a proven track record of delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines. Responsibilities: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop creative concepts, impactful storytelling and design solutions for various marketing materials, including but not limited to: Print collateral such as brochures, flyers, posters, and packaging Digital assets such as website graphics, social media content, email campaigns, and online advertisements Translate marketing objectives into creative designs that effectively communicate our brand message and resonate with our target audience Take ownership of design projects from concept to completion, ensuring all deliverables are of the highest quality and align with brand guidelines Work closely with other members of the design team to brainstorm ideas, provide feedback, and contribute to a collaborative and supportive work environment Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to continually improve our design processes and capabilities Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to understand project requirements, provide updates on progress, and address any feedback or revisions Core Competencies Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field (ideally) Proven professional experience in graphic design, preferably in a fast-paced agency or in-house creative environment Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software Experience with both 2D and 3D graphics Strong understanding of typography, colour theory, layout, and visual hierarchy Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively present and articulate design concepts to team members and stakeholders Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating innovative and visually compelling designs Experience working on projects across multiple platforms and channels, with a focus on both print and digital mediums Portfolio requirements: A portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design projects and creative solutions Demonstration of campaigns from concept to delivery Demonstration of conceptualisation of design Showcasing commercial applications and rationale of campaigns- seeing it through to delivery
On behalf of my client, I am seeking a talented Web & Graphic Designer to join a dynamic website team. Salary: Up to 32k Location: Norwich - fully office based Permanent and full time The Role As a passionate designer, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing user experiences and maximising conversion potential for our consumer audience. Your creativity and attention to detail will be essential as you collaborate with colleagues to review existing pages, ensuring consistency in style and brand coherence. Responsibilities: Design Excellence: Create visually appealing digital assets, including web advertising banners, email campaigns, and social media graphics. Style Guides and Templates: Take ownership of maintaining style guides and templates to ensure consistency across our digital products and services. Collaboration: Work closely with other designers and developers to achieve functional yet attractive website designs. User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI): Apply your understanding of UX/UI principles to enhance the overall website experience. Brand Development: Contribute to brand development by infusing creativity into our digital presence. Communication: Be a confident communicator, both in written and verbal interactions. Time Management: Adapt to changing tasks and deadlines with ease. Essential Qualifications and Skills: Education: Degree level education, ideally with a Graphic Design qualification. Experience: Previous in-house design or marketing experience, (not agency) Passion for Design: Demonstrable enthusiasm for good design. Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to work. Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently and collaboratively. UX/UI Knowledge: Thorough understanding of UX/UI principles and webpage design. Software Proficiency: Skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and XD). Conversation Rate Optimisation (CRO) tests using Google Optimise. Building Marketing Emails Brand Development: Strong brand development skills. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Skills: Figma Experience: Previous experience with Figma. Content Management Systems: Familiarity with systems like Umbraco or similar. Front-End Development: Experience in front-end development. If you're passionate about design, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are committed to delivering high-quality work I would love to hear from you. Please apply online or contact Carol, Senior Marketing Recruitment Consultant in the Reed Norwich Office
May 01, 2024
Full time
On behalf of my client, I am seeking a talented Web & Graphic Designer to join a dynamic website team. Salary: Up to 32k Location: Norwich - fully office based Permanent and full time The Role As a passionate designer, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing user experiences and maximising conversion potential for our consumer audience. Your creativity and attention to detail will be essential as you collaborate with colleagues to review existing pages, ensuring consistency in style and brand coherence. Responsibilities: Design Excellence: Create visually appealing digital assets, including web advertising banners, email campaigns, and social media graphics. Style Guides and Templates: Take ownership of maintaining style guides and templates to ensure consistency across our digital products and services. Collaboration: Work closely with other designers and developers to achieve functional yet attractive website designs. User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI): Apply your understanding of UX/UI principles to enhance the overall website experience. Brand Development: Contribute to brand development by infusing creativity into our digital presence. Communication: Be a confident communicator, both in written and verbal interactions. Time Management: Adapt to changing tasks and deadlines with ease. Essential Qualifications and Skills: Education: Degree level education, ideally with a Graphic Design qualification. Experience: Previous in-house design or marketing experience, (not agency) Passion for Design: Demonstrable enthusiasm for good design. Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to work. Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently and collaboratively. UX/UI Knowledge: Thorough understanding of UX/UI principles and webpage design. Software Proficiency: Skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and XD). Conversation Rate Optimisation (CRO) tests using Google Optimise. Building Marketing Emails Brand Development: Strong brand development skills. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Skills: Figma Experience: Previous experience with Figma. Content Management Systems: Familiarity with systems like Umbraco or similar. Front-End Development: Experience in front-end development. If you're passionate about design, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are committed to delivering high-quality work I would love to hear from you. Please apply online or contact Carol, Senior Marketing Recruitment Consultant in the Reed Norwich Office