Graphic Design Specialist

Confidential; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a proficient Graphic Designer to craft visually compelling media for promotional posts, advertising layouts, and training materials. You will align designs with the academy's identity and marketing strategy while leveraging the latest design tools.

You will work with Adobe Creative Suite to create high-quality graphics, develop fresh design concepts, and ensure prints meet RGB/CMYK standards. Collaboration with printers and asset platforms is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field.
• Professional certifications in graphic design from recognized training providers are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging visual media for scheduled posts, advertising layouts, circulars, training programs and marketing materials.
• Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to produce high-quality designs.
• Develop innovative design concepts by keeping up with latest trends.
• Prepare graphics in accordance with print standards, RGB/CMYK color modes and other specs.
• Apply Color Theory to create balanced, visually appealing designs.
• Revise designs based on manager feedback within deadlines.
• Determine size, placement and typography for media assets.
• Save/export designs in required formats and prepare print-ready files.
• Design brand identity elements like logos and business cards.
• Present design concepts and rationale to the manager.
• Coordinate with external printers to meet deadlines and quality.
• Suggest subscriptions to design assets platforms (Canva, Shutterstock, Freepik).
• Perform other duties related to the scope of work.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Color Theory

Visual design

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

Professional certifications in graphic design (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Canva

Shutterstock

Freepik

Job description

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Responsible for designing engaging visual media for a wide range of materials, including scheduled promotional posts, advertising layouts, circulars, training programs, and other media. The role utilizes the latest graphic design technologies, tools, and systems while ensuring alignment with the Academy's corporate identity, mission, marketing strategy, and target audiences.

Operational / Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop and design visual assets for a variety of media, including scheduled promotional posts, advertising layouts, circulars, training programs, website and social media graphics, brochures, flyers, posters, marketing materials, and other media, ensuring consistency with the Academy's corporate identity.
• Use the latest design software, particularly Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign), to produce accurate, high-quality, and creative graphic designs.
• Develop distinctive and innovative design concepts by keeping up to date with the latest graphic design trends and benchmarking against creative and innovative designs.
• Prepare graphic designs in accordance with internationally recognized design standards and principles, including print and bleed specifications, color modes such as RGB and CMYK, and other technical requirements relevant to the requested design.
• Apply Color Theory principles to create visually appealing, balanced, and harmonious designs.
• Revise and amend designs accurately and within the required timeframe based on feedback from the direct manager.
• Determine the appropriate size and placement of visual assets, images, typography, and other design elements when preparing media materials.
• Save and export graphic designs in the required formats and quality standards, and prepare files for printing in different sizes, resolutions, and color specifications.
• Design visual elements for the Academy's brand identity, including logos, business cards, and marketing materials.
• Prepare and deliver visual presentations of design concepts and explain the rationale behind design choices to the direct manager.
• Coordinate with external printing companies, when required, to meet deadlines and ensure the highest quality of printed materials.
• Recommend subscriptions to graphic design resource platforms such as Canva, Shutterstock, Freepik, and other relevant platforms to access high-quality and up-to-date design assets.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the direct manager that are related to the scope of work.

Qualifications and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field.
• Professional or specialized certifications in graphic design from recognized training providers are preferred.

Professional Experience

• 3-5 years of professional experience in graphic design or a related field.
• Previous graphic design experience within the academic or education sector, preferably with reputable or well-established organizations, is preferred.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in the latest graphic design software, particularly Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).