Midweight Integrated Graphic Designer

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<p><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong></p><p>White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling womenswear, menswear, accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive.</p><p>Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We’re sociable, talented and like-minded and we’re not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels. </p><p><strong>WHO YOU ARE</strong></p><p>You are a Midweight Integrated Graphic Designer with a creative mindset, a keen eye for detail and a desire to constantly improve brand expression through better design. You are in the loop with design trends and have a strong understanding of branding. You will have proven experience working across digital, social and print channels, including but not limited to: marketing and PR collaterals, retail assets, web and email design, social video editing, motion graphics and packaging design. </p><p>You’re not afraid to share and pitch new ideas or collaborate cross-functionally, and you’ve previously worked in the fashion retail and/or ecommerce industry.</p><p><strong>PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB</strong></p><p>As a Midweight Integrated Graphic Designer for White Stuff, your main responsibility is the creation and delivery of a range of cross-platform digital and print materials adhering to the White Stuff brand guidelines which drive the brand forward. You are an all-rounder, with skills in print and digital design, as well as a good knowledge on video and motion graphics, able to seamlessly execute creative concepts across multi channels. You are confident in your understanding and experience from initial concepts through to execution for both print and digital channels. </p><p><strong>WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING</strong></p><ul> <li>Following direction from the Senior Graphic Designer and working collaboratively with the multichannel design team to align seasonal campaigns across all channels, including print, digital and social execution</li> <li>Delivering high standard print collateral, including in store POS, look book, packaging, PR event assets etc</li> <li>Design and artwork assets for different channels – range from social and digital creative to retail assets, as well as packaging design from time to time.</li> <li>Amplifying the brand’s tone of voice through creative and engaging email and editorial webpage design </li> <li>Supporting the multichannel design team and working on any adhoc print and digital briefs </li> <li>Producing presentation material for reviews</li> <li>Coming up with creative solutions, articulating and presenting ideas to the wider team</li> </ul><p><strong>WHAT YOU’LL NEED</strong></p><ul> <li>3-5 years relevant industry experience ideally within a fashion retail in-house studio or an agency with similar client portfolio</li> <li>Knowledge on both print and digital design (including print and packaging artwork, CRM, webpage and email design)</li> <li>An eye for image and adequate video editing and motion graphic skills, a sense of three-dimensional thinking </li> <li>Excellent communication skills and strong self-initiatives </li> <li>Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, including Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects and Premiere Pro, experienced user of Figma</li> <li>Great understanding of typography, layout, colour and grid structures</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellent execution of your work</li> <li>Experienced in artworking and preparing files for delivery to both printers and digital channels</li> <li>Bonus point for illustration skills</li> </ul><ul> <li>Experience of working with different key stakeholders including marketing, digital, social teams and external suppliers</li> </ul><ul> <li>Creative and conceptual thinking </li> <li>Engagement with emerging trends and culture, and with the wider creative community</li> <li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li> <li>An exceptional online portfolio showcasing innovative design concepts and highly considered visual executions</li> </ul><p><strong>WHAT WE’LL OFFER YOU</strong></p><p>As a Midweight Integrated Graphic Designer at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include:</p><ul> <li>Bonus opportunity</li> <li>Up to 25 days holiday plus any bank holidays. </li> <li>2 extra (paid!) days off per year to volunteer in the local community</li> <li>50% discount </li> <li>Subsidised BUPA Dental Insurance</li> <li>Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance</li> <li>Interest free season ticket loan</li> <li>Pension Contribution</li> </ul><p> </p>

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