Position: Graphics Designer
Purpose of the Position: Prepares visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts.
Functional Responsibilities:
- Meeting with Directors, Research Manager and Business development Manager to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job;
- Interpreting the business needs and developing a concept to suit their purpose;
- Developing design briefs by gathering information and data through research;
- Using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time;
- Presenting finalized ideas and concepts to the Directors
- Working with a wide range of media, including photography and computer-aided design (CAD);
- Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials.
- Plans concept by studying information and materials.
- Illustrates concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
- Obtains approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.
- Prepares finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment.
- Proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work;
- Contributing ideas and design artwork to the overall brief;
- Demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches;
- Working on layouts and artworking pages ready for print;
- Keeping abreast of emerging technologies in new media, particularly design programs such as InDesign, QuarkXPress, FreeHand, Illustrator, Photoshop, 3ds Max, Acrobat, Director, Dreamweaver and Flash;
- Developing interactive design;
- Working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, stylists, illustrators, other designers, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists
- Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment.
- Completes projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etc
Required Qualifications
- College/University graduate; Graphics design
- At least three years working experience as a Graphics Designer
Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
- Highly organized and flexible
- Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision
- Graphic Design Skills
- Layout Skills
- Creative Services
- Customer Focus
- Creativity
- Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Deadline-Oriented,
- Desktop Publishing Tools
- Acute Vision
- Handles Rejection positively
How to Apply:
If you are interested in the position and have the skills and competencies we are looking for, we would like to hear from you.
Please forward a copy of your updated resume indicating your current salary and expected salary to hr@tropicalheat.co.ke before close of business 07th November 2014.