Digital Designer

awesome.; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Lead Digital Designer to enhance digital experiences through creativity and UX expertise. The role involves leading design projects, ensuring usability, and collaborating with developers. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma, with a portfolio showcasing their work. Join a talented team and enjoy benefits like flexible working and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Work socials & team events

Flexible working

Family-friendly policies

Equipment provided for studio & remote work

Qualifications

• 3-6 years in brand/digital design or a related field.
• Portfolio showcasing strong brand and digital design work.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design for websites and apps.
• Develop and maintain a design system in Figma.
• Collaborate with developers for smooth design handovers.

Skills

Creativity

Problem Solving

UX Knowledge

Communication

Education

3-6 years in brand/digital design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Figma

Lucidchart

Job description

We’re looking for a Lead Digital Designer to bring creativity, UX expertise, and problem-solving skills to our team. If you’re passionate about crafting exceptional digital experiences and pushing the boundaries of web and UI design, we’d love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end design for websites and apps, from site mapping to high-fidelity wireframing and prototyping.
• Ensure accessibility, usability, and adherence to top UX standards.
• Develop and maintain a design system, managing assets in Figma.
• Oversee client proofing, revisions, and project alignment.
• Collaborate with developers for smooth design handovers.
• Manage website testing sheets and lead testing processes.
• Produce visually compelling, strategic digital designs.
• Support studio projects, including marketing collateral, video, and creative assets.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in brand identity and strategy.
• Strong understanding of accessibility design principles.
• Ability to create 3D animations (Blender, Spline).
• Experience with 2D animations (After Effects).
• Creation of video design components (intros, transitions, etc.).

What You'll Need

• 3-6 years in brand/digital design or a related field.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Advanced Figma skills (required).
• Strong UX knowledge applied to branding & digital design.
• Experience using flowchart software (Lucidchart).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in ICT tools & project management software.
• A portfolio showcasing strong brand and digital design work.

What’s in It for You?

• Salary: £28,500-£35,000 (DOE)
• Work on high-profile projects with a talented team
• Professional growth & leadership opportunities
• A collaborative, creative work environment

Our Employee Benefits

• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (28 days total)
• Company pension scheme
• Work socials & team events
• Flexible working (core hours 9am-2pm, occasional WFH)
• Family-friendly policies & support
• Equipment provided for studio & remote work