Role Overview & Mandate
Executive Summary
We have an excellent opportunity for a Junior Designer who has a passion for children’s books and the publishing industry.JOB...
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We have an excellent opportunity for a Junior Designer who has a passion for children’s books and the publishing industry.
JOB OVERVIEW
Working at Make Believe Ideas is an opportunity to be part of an exciting story. The company prides itself on its family culture and we believe we are unique in the world of publishing with creative, innovative formats and our speed to market approach.
Working as part of a team, the ideal candidate will have a proficient knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite and will be able to take a job from an idea or sketch through to print-ready artwork
DUTIES
- Follow a brief and work with other members of the Creative Team on multiple projects simultaneously
- Work to schedules, ensuring deadlines are met
- Produce page designs using InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, ensuring the Design Team’s agreed procedures and styles are adhered to
- Ensure the timely delivery of print-ready artwork to the Production Team
- Check and approve proofs and plotters as required by the Production Team in and accordance with agreed schedules
- Liaise with the Sales and Production Teams.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Have a passion for children’s books
- Have a real design flair and are innovative and creative, with strong awareness of current trends
- Have an excellent understanding of design principles, such as colour, typography and composition
- Have a high level of creativity and must enjoy working with others and discussing creative ideas
- Must be very organised, motivated, able to work well under pressure, with a high attention to detail and excellent time-management skills
- Will be proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit a Cover Letter, CV and portfolio for review
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Berkhamsted, HP4 2AZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have the Right to Work in the UK?
Experience:
- Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Berkhamsted, HP4 2AZ
Application deadline: 01/05/2023
