Junior Graphic Designer (Longmeadow) at ACDC Dynamics SA

What the role is about:

• Working alongside the Creative Assistant, Creative Manager and other graphic designers, the junior designer will play a role crafting designs and layouts, taking photographs, filing documents, and disseminating information. From concept development to final execution, the junior designer will be involved in every stage of the design process, embracing new challenges, and pushing the boundaries of creativity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design Execution: Assist in the creation of visual assets for various projects, including but not limited  to catalogues, specials, packaging, marketing materials, social media graphics, website elements, and  promotional materials.
• Product Catalogue Design: Create product catalogues and technical information sheets. Understand  the guidelines and design templates to contribute to building this dynamic document of our industry. 
• Follow instructions from senior team members on layout, archive, and filing. Preparation of final layouts for printing and digital purposes.
• Product Photography and Deep Etching: Capture high-quality photographs of products and perform 
• meticulous deep etching to ensure clean and professional product images. Organize and save these images to the photo library according to item codes, maintaining consistency and easy access. 
• Additionally, save each photo in both web and print versions to accommodate various marketing materials and platforms.
• Concept Development: Develop design concepts that align with project objectives and requirements
• Software Proficiency: Utilize graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to execute design tasks efficiently and with attention to detail.
• File Management: Organize and maintain all files including printed and digital, ensuring that assets are properly labelled, archived, and easily accessible for future use.
• Feedback Incorporation: Adapt designs based on feedback from senior team members, demonstrating  a willingness to learn and grow from constructive criticism
• Brand Adherence: Ensure consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all design deliverables, maintaining the integrity of our brand identity and messaging
• Deadline Management: Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines and deliver high-quality work on schedule, even when working on multiple projects simultaneously. Prioritize and manage multiple design projects to meet tight deadlines. Coordinate with team members to ensure timely  completion of tasks and projects. Time Management is very important. Manage multiple projects within design specifications.
• Large Format Printing Management: Collaborate with the team to operate large format printers efficiently. This includes handling print jobs, adjusting printer settings as necessary, and ensuring the timely completion of projects. Take responsibility for changing inks when needed, maintaining printers in optimal working condition, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise during the printing process. Report faults and issues to senior team members. Assist other designers with print production executions, even if the task is not specifically assigned to you.

Requirements

Education:

• Degree or diploma in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, 
• Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with design principles, typography, and colour theory, and print & digital production setups.

Attention to Detail:

• A to detail and a commitment to producing professional-quality design work

Communication Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with other staff members 

Creativity:

• A passion for creativity and design, along with a willingness to explore new ideas

Adaptability:

• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Implement feedback and changes.

Team Player:

• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a collaborative mindset, with a willingness to support team goals and contribute to a positive work culture.