Overview
We are looking for a junior graphic designer, who is ready to develop their existing skills by working with senior creative staff on a range of innovative projects. Responsible for helping to drive the creative direction of campaigns, an understanding of typography, layout, animation and art direction will be needed to help the team produce the best work possible.

A good knowledge of the following tools is usually required:
• InDesign
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• CSS
Communication is a big part of the job, so the junior designer must feel confident enough to contribute to the entire creative process. Keeping a finger on the pulse of current trends is also key when moving towards promotion and recognition.

Typical activities

The specific details of a junior designer’s role will vary depending on the role, but common activities include:
• Offering input to creative meetings and sharing ideas
• Producing attractive and effective designs for all media
• Communicating with senior team members to receive feedback
• Liaising effectively with other team members
• Supporting the team throughout the execution of campaigns and projects

Skills required
A junior designer needs a wide range of design and creative capabilities. These include:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Adeptness with leading design software packages
• A determination to achieve and succeed
• Some creative industry experience
• The ability to meet deadlines in a high pressure environment
• The ability to see projects through from inception to published work
• Consistency regardless of project size
• Good organisational skills that support the rest of the team
• The motivation to maintain and improve design standards
• The willingness to listen to feedback and use it to improve

From time-to-time a junior designer may need to work hours that aren’t typical, so a flexible approach is needed to get the best from the job.