Graphic Designer - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - APCO Worldwide

Description

Job DescriptionThe designer will work closely with the digital team in the development, implementation and delivery of marketing, advertising & social media design material, corporate brand and communication tools. He/she will be responsible for generating creative design ideas, developing visual communication concepts. This role is for a project of 6 to 7 Months subject to renewalPrimary Duties And Responsibilities

• Designs and develops multimedia-based layouts, graphics, animation, video, sound and/or content for clients' use in presentations, video productions, multimedia programs, websites, and other electronic media.
• Works with clients and project team to review and recommend design options, functionality, and programming needs.
• Designs Web interfaces; develops layout design and concept, selects and secures appropriate illustrative materials to be used, create engaging animations using After Effects & other animation applications.
• Creates visual representations of concepts and ideas.
• Create clear content structure and categorization.
• Has great design and visual skills with knowledge of different software.
• Translates business needs, business requirements, and technical capabilities into designs that are visually exciting, audience-centered, and emotionally engaging
• Identifies problems and executes effective solutions

AD-Hocks Assignment/report

• As per the Direct Manager's requests

Competencies

• Client relationship skills
• Customer service skills
• Leadership skills
• Decision making skills
• Video Editing skills
• Analytical skills

Requirements

• BA/BFA in Design, or strong portfolios showcasing your creative thinking process as well as visually compelling, practical and emotionally engaging design work
• 2-3 years of PR, advertising, branding or agency experience
• Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
• Keen ability to take criticism and incorporate feedback to make your designs better
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude to pursue atypical ideas that inspire action
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Strong design style and 'solution' driven creative skills, with a flair for art direction and animation

Work ConditionsThe physical abilities needed to perform the duties of this position, in addition to the office climate:

• Office environment is general office setting
• Must reside in Abu Dhabi or be willing to relocate.
• Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed and allowed by local regulations