Graphic Artist Job Vacancy at GDM Group, 14th December, 2018

⏲ Dec 14, 2018, 1:51 PM
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GDM Group strives to achieve through her combined operations of her equity member companies and her adjunct consultants of over 400 years combined commercial experience. We offer from one off sales of marketing project to end to end management off commercial projects. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Graphic Artist Location: Lagos Job Description

The graphic Artist is responsible for the creation and management of visual concepts, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform and captivate consumers
He/she develops the overall layout and production design for product illustration, editorials, advertisements, brochures, magazines and corporate reports within the brand identity.

Responsibilities

Commissioning illustrators and photographers when required
Working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, stylists, illustrators, other designers, web developers and marketing specialists for completion of projects
Prepares visual presentations for Senior Management including communicating visual ideas to Senior Management & Core CreativePrioritizes, manages & accomplishes multiple projects simultaneously
Designing Social Media Creatives
Create the visual versions of brands, messages and communications
Convey the businesses messages across in ways that are memorable, effective, and aesthetically pleasing
Work with Stakeholders to understand the scope of a project, translate their goals and ideas into design briefs and design concepts
Prepares for projects by doing image & comparable research.
Brainstorms & mocks up ideas & design solutions
Advise stakeholders on how to communicate message the design through design strategy
Think creatively and use innovation to produce/refine appropriate creative interactive designs/ideas and concepts based on agreed briefs and objectives within agreed timelines and quality standardsIllustrates concepts by doing layouts, selecting font types & sizes, arranging copy and images/renderings
This might require rough sketches and working on layouts ready for printProofreading/review design to produce accurate and high-quality work and thereafter present finalised ideas and concepts to stakeholdersIncorporate changes recommended by stakeholders into the final design

Candidate Requirements Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts or related field with training in graphic design
Essential to have at least 2 years relevant practical experience in creating graphics for clients within the retail spaceAdvanced proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design, PowerPoint & Keynote.

Personal Attributes:

The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:
- Demonstrate sound work ethics
- Be honest and trustworthy
- Positive Attitude
- Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Be flexible.

Other Requirements:

Confidence and presentation skills with the ability to pitch ideas to stakeholders
Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Open-mindedness and a willingness to accept feedback and make changes to designs
Maintain a strong focus on business priorities and be persistent in follow-through
Artistry and creativity, with plenty of initiative, passion and enthusiasm for design Communication Proficiency, Teamwork, ability to collaborate and flexibility
Proven ability to work independently, identify and communicate creative solutions to challengesWorking with a range of media, including computer-aided design (CAD), 3D design and keeping up to date with emerging technologies/industry softwareTime Management skills with an ability to prioritise and multitask
Ability to meet up with short deadlines