SELECTION CRITERIA
POST: Graphic Designer
DEPARTMENT: Marketing & Communications
Essential Criteria / Desirable Criteria / How & WhenEducation / Qualification / · HNC or HND in a relevant subject, or equivalent qualifications/certification, plus considerable experience in a creative design environment
A portfolio of recent creative work will be required at interview / · Educated to degree level or equivalent
· Professional qualification in graphic design
· Accredited training in Adobe InDesign/CC/Quark Xpress, Photoshop and Illustrator and demonstrable experience of using this and other design software / · Application Form
· Certificates
Skills / Abilities / · Creative approach to work
· Highly skilled and experienced in using InDesign/Creative Cloud, Photoshop and Illustrator and other software
· Strong organisational skills and experience of managing own workload whilst working to tight deadlines in a high pressure environment
· Experienced IT operator – PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel
· Copy writing, editing and proof-reading experience
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues at all levels
· Ability to work on own initiative and as a team player
· Awareness of latest digital and social marketing tools and channels / · Knowledge of digital implementation
· Knowledge of print-production techniques
· Knowledge of a range of photography styles and regulations around use in design / · Application Form
· Interview
· Assessment Centre
· References
Experience / · Substantial experience in a creative design environment including working to creative briefs
· Demonstrable experience of design and production of communication and marketing assets for both online and offline channels
· Experience of implementing marketing campaigns and insight to inform creative design
· Experience of working in collaboration with design agencies
· Brand management and the implementation of brand guidelines
· Dealing with print houses and preparing artwork for external print
· Experience of checking and correction of proofs
· Ability to prioritise and work under pressure to tight deadlines / · Experience of working on direct marketing campaigns
· Experience in online design
· Basic knowledge of HTML and New Media (producing e-newsletters) / · Application Form
· Interview
· Assessment Centre
· References
Knowledge / · In depth working knowledge of Adobe design packages and Corel Draw
· Thorough knowledge of a wide range of graphic design techniques
· Strong organisation and planning skills
· Strong attention to detail
· Photography to support the work of the wider team (Helping when needed at events/activities) / · Knowledge of the hospice sector
· Knowledge of fundraising or the charity sector
· Working knowledge of web design programmes and film making packages
· Working knowledge of data protection and copyright laws / · Application Form
· Interview
· Assessment Centre
· References
Motivation and personal attributes / · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to form good relationships at all levels and with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
· Confident and persuasive when providing advice
· Positive, self-motivated and committed to achieving results
· Creative and innovative
· Calm under pressure
· Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
· Accurate and attention to detail
· Multi-tasker with a ‘can do’ attitude
· Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through the spoken word and written briefs
· Flexibility which may include working outside of regular contracted hours
· Ability to work on own initiative and part of a team
· Willingness to use own vehicle for business purposes
· Able to contribute towards LOROS’ values & behaviours / · Application Form
· Interview
· Assessment Centre
· Presentation
· References
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