The Heaton Group - Graphic Designer

Designer is needed in Wigan, United Kingdom.

Client: The Heaton Group

Location: Wigan, United Kingdom

Contract: Other, Full Time

Job Description:

Heaton Group is seeking a creative and versatile middleweight Graphic Designer to join our Marketing team on a temporary contract of at least 6 months. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of design creation and concept development. The role involves managing multiple workloads in a fast-paced environment, including tasks ranging from long-term brand implementation to content and campaign design support.

Responsibilities:

• Create visually appealing and effective designs for various digital and printed materials, such as brochures, e-books, social media assets, website banners, email marketing assets, signage, logos, and promotional materials.
• Conduct quality checks on design materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines, making necessary revisions and improvements as needed.
• Prepare files for printing, ensuring proper specifications, resolution, color modes, and file formats are adhered to.
• Oversee the printed production process with print vendors to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain a digital library of design assets for easy retrieval and reuse.
• Collaborate with the marketing team, external agencies, and stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality designs on time.
• Develop creative concepts and ideas for marketing campaigns, promotions, and initiatives that align with company goals and target audience.
• Coordinate required agency work and manage allocated budgets.
• Prioritize and manage multiple design projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Stay updated on design trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.
• Provide support and assistance to the marketing team as needed.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Graphic Designer.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Strong knowledge of design principles, typography, layout, color theory, and branding.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of print production processes, specifications, and file preparation.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Degree or diploma in graphic design or related field (desirable).

Other Information:

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract

Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person