Graphic Design Advisor

We are excited to share that one of our prestigious customers is looking for an experienced Graphic Designer for a 1 year contract (extendable). The central purpose of the role is to provide and support the customer's transformation programme and set up a new organisation's digital content strategy. The project is focused on generating a communication capability including strategic communication, information, media, and psychological operation. This role is responsible for generating a Graphic Design capability within the new organization that communicates concepts and ideas and messages visually and captures the attention of the intended audience.

Key responsibilities are:

The central purpose of the role is to provide specialist advice on Graphic Design in support of specific Project and the new organization. This is a project focused on generating a communications capability (strategic communications; information operations; media operations and psychological operations).

This role is responsible for generating a Graphic Design capability within the new organization that communicates concepts and ideas and messages visually and captures the attention of the intended audience.

Lead on creating a wide range of products and media, using various software programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet the strategic communication objectives.

Shape and build stakeholder engagement so that the Graphic Design section collaborates closely with staff functions within the organization and, when established, with clients across other Directorates.

Support the drafting of policy to support Media Operations/ Public Affairs in the new organization.

Support the organizational design, including the underpinning processes and procedures, of the Public Affairs/Media operations function.

Support the design and build of a ‘Creative Hub’, including the creation of internal databases for designs, photography and video.

Support recruitment to the Graphic Design function.

Providing support to the creation of training delivery pathways and in due course assisting with the delivery of the training solutions with specialist advice on Graphic Design.

Coaching and mentoring of project team members and for those recruited to staff the new organization in Graphic Design.

Requirements

A successful candidate should possess the following experience and qualifications:

5+ years relevant experience in graphic design and in the use of design software (e.g. Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)

Expert knowledge of current design software and skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable.

A thorough understanding of branding and marketing, with the skill to find the right style and layout for each project.

Experience of change / transformation programmes including drafting policy and working practices.

Experience in the Middle East working with international media teams is preferable.

Experience of training design, planning and delivery is desirable.

Experience of coaching/ mentoring is desirable.

Benefits

Competitive market salary and benefits.