Graphic Design and Marketing Assistant

We are looking for an ambitious graphic designer with a flair for marketing strategy to join our dynamic team, working closely with our Head of Design and Head of Marketing.

Thinks Insight and Strategy is seeking a talented graphic designer to contribute to both design and marketing efforts, collaborating with the design and marketing departments.

You will create visual content for various clients, including reports, pitch decks, infographics, journey maps, wireframes, and creative concepts. The role involves formatting PowerPoint presentations and supporting video projects through filming at the office and on location at events across the UK.

In collaboration with the marketing team, you'll help keep our website and social media content fresh, manage client invites for webinars, update back-end systems, and assist with social media, content creation, and campaign tracking using dashboards.

This role offers a mix of creative and practical tasks, ideal for someone eager to develop skills in both areas within a supportive team environment.

Requirements include proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and MS Office, a strong portfolio, understanding of marketing strategies, and an interest in customer insights and research.

Key responsibilities: About you

• Experience in a design agency, brand environment, or relevant education in Graphic Design or Visual Communications
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and MS Office
• Ability to produce professional visual work with an understanding of accessibility and effective communication
• Strong copywriting and creative thinking skills for engagement
• Good organizational and project management skills
• Passion for social issues like sustainability and supporting vulnerable populations, with the ability to communicate visually and sensitively
• Interest in human psychology, social change, and how research can inform design
• Knowledge of social media trends and engagement strategies
• Experience with video filming and editing (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve)
• Interest in learning animation and motion graphics in After Effects
• Experience creating digital or hand-drawn illustrations
• Familiarity with collaborative tools like Figma and website CRM platforms
• Experience using Canva or similar tools for social media graphics

Application instructions:

Please send your CV, a brief cover letter (max 2 paragraphs), and your portfolio(s) to by 5pm Thursday, July 31st.

We offer a competitive package including:

• Top-tier salary
• Generous bonus scheme
• Focus on work-life balance
• 30 days holiday (research staff)
• 25 days holiday (non-research staff)
• Additional leave options

Development and benefits:

• Internal and external training programs
• Sabbatical after five years
• Comprehensive benefits: life assurance, income protection, critical illness cover, private medical insurance, enhanced parental leave, employee assistance, annual flights, eye tests, cycle scheme, season ticket loan, employee discounts, and more.

Our commitment:

As a B Corp, we aim to make a positive social impact through our work, putting people at the heart of our purpose.