Graphics / Artworker

Fixed Term Contract Designer/Artworker/Excel London/26 weeks/£14.4 per hour

Graphics Artworker urgently required on a Fixed Term Contract basis for a period of 26 weeks to support a busy in house graphics design team of a global exhibition and events organisation based from their offices at Excel in London.

Supporting the Head of Design you will be responsible for taking creative ideas and concepts through to the creation and production of artwork across a variety of exhibition and event projects.

You will need to work quickly on a wide variety of projects whilst maintaining an exceptional standard of work. You will have a strong graphics background, with excellent knowledge of print processes and Adobe CS. You will have previous industry experience either in house or agency side with an excellent portfolio of live work demonstrating your skills.

Key activities and responsibilities
Take initial face to face briefings from project managers/ event managers and clients directly.
Design and deliver concepts and visuals within time frame allocated, with clear understanding of production method.
Ensure all deadlines are met for proofing, design concepts and sign off process.
Ensure all schedules are kept up to date and accessible on server.
Keep strong communication with Graphics PM`s and production department, to keep updated with deadline/schedule changes.
Ensure all design files follow specific guidelines for production on different types of printer/cutter.
Ensure all schedule information is correctly entered onto the data slug and printed visuals passed through to production dept.
Keep all files backed up in correct format and archived in line with the procedures in the dept.
Make sure all design hours are allocated to correct projects and job numbers.
Be fully aware of the FTP procedures for incoming and outgoing data.
Actively engage in continuous improvement ensuring suggestions and opportunities are
highlighted to your line manager.
Demonstrate commitment to the core values of the company.
Take a participative role in the Company`s sustainability initiative and ensure where possible your actions support the achievement of this initiative; reuse, recycle and replenish.

Experience
A highly proficient artworker & designer with demonstrable creative flair
Able to produce brilliant artwork under pressure
Able to manage constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm and professionalism
Passionate about good design and always on the look out for new inspiration
A creative thinker as well as artworker, able to find innovative solutions to challenges
Able to work to tight deadlines and ensure work is on brand and on budget
A team player who enjoys sharing success with others
Solution focused, proactive & resilient
Experience of working on large format graphics for exhibition, event and retail environments

Skills
Strong visualising and design skills.
Proficiency in project and department logistics and organisation.
Be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Willing to work outside normal office hours when required.

Personal Attributes
A true love of all things ‘design’.
Organised with a true desire and eye for detail.
Quick to understand a design brief and what it needs to achieve.
Focused on consistently providing high service levels.
Positive attitude towards challenging situations and multi-tasking.
Self motivated with the ability to work individually and as part of a wider team.
Willingness to learn new skills and develop existing ones.
Must be committed to making ‘anything possible’ with a ‘can do’ attitude.

Relationships
You will be required to develop and maintain positive and progressive working relationships with multiple functions, in order to facilitate growth and integration across the business.

In particular you will be required to work collaboratively alongside and provide support employees/departments and suppliers/exhibitors/organisers

Salary
This is a full-time role offering a competitive salary, depending on experience.

Hours of work
A 37.5 hour week working Monday to Friday, typically between the hours of 8.30 – 5.00 (with half hour unpaid lunch).

You may be required to work evenings and weekends during busy periods in order to meet the demands of the business.

Annual leave
Holiday entitlement is 25 days per annum (plus bank holidays and statutory public holidays). This will be a pro rata amount for part time and fixed term contract employees.

Person specification

Criteria
In application for this role we require a CV and covering letter. Please ensure that you clearly explain how you meet the criteria listed below. In your evidence of how you meet the criteria you could refer to experience in a similar role (or a related field), or relevant transferable skills that you have.

Experience
gained within the Exhibition and Events industry
Experience working within a similar role/at a similar level
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work under your own initiative/with minimal supervision
Graphics design experience

Knowledge
Latest ADOBE CS suite is essential

IT competencies
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel is essential

Please note only candidates with previous Graphics/Artworker experience will be considered for this position.

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