Graphic Designer (18-Month fixed term contract)

Equip Outdoor Technologies; Alfreton CP; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (discretionary basis)

LinkedIn Learning access

Staff discounts on Rab products

Pension scheme

Profit share bonus

Life Assurance

Wellbeing Platform

EV charging on-site

On-site parking

Casual dress code

Job summary

Equip Outdoor Technologies UK Ltd in Alfreton is seeking a Graphic Designer for an 18-month fixed-term contract to join a busy marketing team. You will support the Creative Marketing team across seasonal campaigns, brand projects, in-store communications, events and digital content in line with the UK, Europe and North America strategy.

The role involves producing artwork across mediums, contributing to the brand's visual language, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver creative

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of visual design principles for print and digital
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, with commitment to learning
• Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in Graphic Design or related discipline
• Strong project management and organisational skills to manage multiple priorities
• Up-to-date knowledge of design trends, tools and best practices
• Experience creating engaging content across digital and print channels
• Enthusiasm for outdoor industry and related products
• Experience using email marketing platforms
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver creative solutions
• Self-motivated with positive, flexible attitude

Responsibilities

• Support rollout of digital and print marketing collateral
• Assist development of in-store communications with retail partners
• Respond to artwork tasks for global teams and retailers
• Support trade and consumer events with marketing teams
• Assist brand and PR with visual communication needs
• Retouch and photoshopped product photography including recolouring
• Develop relationships with internal teams and stakeholders

Skills

Visual design principles

Typography

Layout

Brand identity

Photography

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Project management

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Email marketing platforms

Adaptability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Job description

Equip Outdoor Technologies UK Ltd based in Alfreton, Derbyshire specialise in the design and marketing of technical outdoor clothing and equipment. Our experienced and enthusiastic team develop innovative designs, manufactured to the highest standard and brought to market throughout the world. Equip Outdoor Technologies own a global leading outdoor brand, Rab. For further information on Equip please visit our website at www.equipuk.com

Position:

We are recruiting for a Graphic Designer to join our team on a 18 month fixed term contract!

This is a fantastic opportunity to embark on a broad core visual communications role within a busy and energetic marketing team.

You will support the Creative Marketing team helping to delivering seasonal marketing campaigns, brand projects, in store communication, events and digital content in-line with the marketing strategy for core markets in the UK, Europe, and North America. Working fluidly between mediums, producing creative artwork and contributing to the overall creative direction of the brand, you will support the wider marketing team whilst maintaining the relevant brands visual language.

Key Responsibilities of Graphic Designer (including but not limited to):

• Supporting rollout of all digital and print marketing collateral including workbooks, consumer brochures, web and social media assets
• Supporting with the development of in-store communications in conjunction with retail partners
• Responding to assigned artwork tasks for global teams, retailers and other functions
• Supporting the marketing team with trade and consumer events
• Supporting brand and PR functions with visual communication requirements
• Re-touching and photoshopping product photography (to include recolouring)
• Developing close relationships with all internal teams

Requirements:

To join us as Graphic Designer you must have:

Essential

• Strong understanding of visual design principles, including typography, layout, colour theory, photography, and brand identity.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative suite and Figma, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Degree-qualified, or equivalent professional experience in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related discipline.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Up-to-date knowledge of design trends, technologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience of creating engaging content across a range of digital and print channels.
• Understanding of, and enthusiasm for, the outdoor industry and related products.
• Experience using email marketing platforms.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver creative solutions that support business objectives.
• Self-motivated with a positive, flexible, and professional approach.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proactive and innovative problem‑solver who takes ownership and initiative.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and committed to continuous improvement.

Desirable

• Basic HTML5 knowledge
• Exhibition design experience
• Strong motion graphic skills

Other information:

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience
• Contributory company pension scheme, subject to qualifying conditions
• Discretionary profit share bonus scheme
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Online GP & Physio Service
• Employee Wellbeing Platform
• Hybrid working (discretionary basis, determined by business need) as well as an early finish on Fridays!
• Free, unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning training resources
• Great staff discounts on our Rab products
• Reciprocal trade discounts on climbing, bikes, camping, sailing and running equipment
• Casual dress code
• Modern facilities with free on‑site parking and competitively priced EV charging

Closing date for applications is 26 October 2026

For general enquiries please contact: [e-mail]

Strictly No Agencies please

Our people are part of one team that is geared to achieving success for the company, and we are strongly committed to inclusivity, promoting equality and celebrating diversity among our staff. We are looking for people who are passionate about and can help live our values of Synergy, Ingenuity, Ambition, Determination and Integrity.