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Reporting to: Creative Director & Lead Designer Department: Creative - Design Job Type: Full-time Direct reports: None As Senior Designer you will be at the forefront of the studios creative output. The expectation is to consistently deliver high-end creative concepts and excellent design output across all projects striving to maximise the brief and produce exciting output. Your ability should allow you to deliver concepts and ideas efficiently and bring inspiration to projects and the team around you. Your ability should be finely tuned, with a wealth of experience that allows you to solve creative problems effectively through strong idea generation and collaboration with the studio team and wider departments of the agency. In particular, your work should include clear understanding of how to deliver intelligent visualisation and strategy across omnichannel projects such as brand development and campaign creation. This will include participating in group meetings to shape the proposal and scope out project deliverables alongside key stakeholders. A Senior Designer in the studio is a standard bearer for the other designers in the team to aspire to. Therefore, delivering and upholding the best practice ideals set out by the Creative Director and helping to support the Lead Designer in driving the teams ability forwards is a key requirement. Within your well-accomplished skill set as a Designer, you should also be a strong project manager, confident with time management and be at ease with presenting your work and ideas internally to the stakeholder team, colleagues from other departments and potentially even clients. Job responsibilities Producing excellent, eye-catching design concepts which drive high standards and ensures only the best work is released to our clients Ensuring the creative output is highly competent, inspirational in its execution and brings excitement to the project/work Taking a leading role in pitches and high-value creative concept presentations alongside Creative Director and/or Lead Designer Oversee and lead all manner of design projects from conception to delivery Contributing to creative team development with inspiration, insight and design trends found in the wider creative industry Defining and setting best practice ideals and consistently delivering expert quality output with high levels of contribution towards the success of the studio A strong problem solver and idea generator with excellent collaboration skills to maximise project briefs Strong communication skills for working alongside the Creative Director, Lead Designer and Client Services to brainstorm and scope out what success looks like in any given task Strong and confident project and time management abilities to help achieve maximum profitability across projects Collaborating across the agency to inspire creativity Ability to present work confidently and competently to the wider internal teams/departments and to clients where required Update administration systems as required and promote good housekeeping which includes archiving old files, and design work in alignment with the Studio Manager At all times comply with the company policies, procedures, and instructions You will be expected to carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required in line with your main duties Person specification BSC degree in Design, Visual Arts or any other relevant qualification Present an exceptional portfolio that demonstrates originality, conceptual thinking, and thoughtful execution Current position held within a similar role The understanding of how an agency works, working within tight deadlines Experience of collaborating and driving creative ideas forward with other disciplines across the design spectrum Expert level Mac operating and creative software skills Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Software InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Brand Design, Brand Strategy and Advertising Campaign skills Experience in After Effects and Premier would be advantageous Excellent and highly experienced design, creativity and visualisation abilities A clear ability to produce high-level, engaging design. Expert visualisation skills and execution. Demonstrating a current and relevant style to work across digital and social media output. Ideation and problem-solving skills to answer briefs with excellent results. Ability to multi-task with strong planning, time management and organisational skills Ability to forge and execute exciting ideas Excellent problem-solving and idea generation abilities Strong interpersonal skills, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills Meticulous attention to detail A brilliant creative thinker with the ability to design outside the box and bring great ideas to the table A strong collaborator with the team and awareness of the success in sharing ideas and design discussions Ability to work to tight deadlines and lead in delivering the workload for the studio each day A strong team player An ambitious and driven individual Is passionate about the design industry and loves what they do as a Designer Great listening skills, with an open minded and team-oriented approach to work Able to think on your feet and see challenges, not problems Focus is an Equal Opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We donot discriminate on the basis of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, religion or belief, age, or any other ground on which it is or becomes unlawful to discriminate under the laws of England, Wales and Scotland. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs. Before you apply At the Focus Agency Group, were committed to being the best. Our team is made up of highly skilled professionals who possess not only a deep understanding of our clients requirements, but also an innate grasp of the ever-evolving digital landscape. We value creative minds and believe in providing our team members with stimulating projects and the opportunity to work alongside leading figures in the digital industry. As part of our commitment to professional development, we offer tailored training to empower our team to stay ahead of the curve. When you join the Focus Agency Group, youll be embarking on an exciting journey where your expertise will be nurtured, your ideas will be valued, and your career will thrive. Please ensure you submit an up-to-date CV. If the position youre applying for requires a portfolio, we kindly ask you submit or share a link to showcase your work. You must have the right to work in the UK. You must be within commutable distance of your designated office. Frequently asked questions What do I need to provide as part of my application? Alongside an up-to-date CV and portfolio, we highly recommend you provide a cover letter, telling us more about yourself and highlighting why you are interested in the role you are applying for at the Focus Agency Group. What happens once I submit my details and CV as part of the application process? Will I receive feedback back from anyone regarding my application? I have an interview! How can I best prepare, and will my interview be virtual or in person? What do I need to do if I require reasonable adjustments as part of my application or interview process? I have had my interview, when will I hear back? If I receive an offer, what should I expect? Do you offer remote or hybrid working? What should I expect during the onboarding process? Do you offer work experience, apprenticeships or graduate opportunities? Do you provide sponsorship? Apply here " * " indicates required fields First name * Last name * Email address * Phone number Address * Postcode * City * Country * Why would you like to join the Focus Agency Group? * What makes you a good fit for the Focus Agency Group? * Available to start * DD slash MM slash YYYY Upload CV * Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 20 MB. #J-18808-Ljbffr Focus Agency Group

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