Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer - Permanent - Athenry, Galway onsite

Our client is seeking a Graphic Designer who will play a key role in updating packaging and marketing materials.

The ideal candidate is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, possesses a strong design aesthetic, is detail oriented and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the creative team and stakeholders to develop innovative design concepts and strategies that align with the company's brand identity and marketing objectives.
• Create visually compelling and engaging designs for a range of digital and print materials, including but not limited to websites, social media graphics, brochures, advertisements, presentations, and event collateral.
• Ensure the consistency and integrity of the company's brand guidelines across all design deliverables.
• Working knowledge of the printing process prepress. offset. and digital and printing.
• Understand how to set-up files for printing, the printing process.
• Take ownership of projects from concept to completion, managing multiple design projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.
• Research to stay up-to-date with design trends, techniques, and best practices in the industry to continuously improve the quality of design work. The ability to lean into AI, to work more efficiently.
• Participate in design reviews with Creative teams and the Global Creative Director, providing and receiving constructive feedback to maintain high-quality design standards.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the company's visual assets library, ensuring easy accessibility and organization for the creative team.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude, contributing to a collaborative and team-oriented work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• 5+ years working in design, preferably in a corporate or agency setting. An understanding of the Direct Selling Industry is helpful.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Midjourney and other relevant design tools. A suite of software and a willingness to learn other software as needed.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of design skills, with a keen eye for typography, colour theory, layout, and composition.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, including branding and marketing.
• Solid knowledge of digital and print production processes, file formats, and optimization techniques.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and a willingness to adapt to changing priorities and feedback