Middleweight Graphic Designer

Christie´s; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading art business as a Middleweight Graphic Designer, where your creativity will shape high-profile pitches and projects. Collaborate with industry leaders to produce visually stunning documents and presentations that reflect sophistication and innovation. This role demands a blend of artistic talent and adaptability, with a focus on delivering excellence in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for design, a keen eye for detail, and experience in the luxury sector, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic team dedicated to pushing creative boundaries.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave

Christmas office closure

Volunteering day

Donation matching up to £500

Flexible Fitness Fund - £400 allowance

Access to world-renowned art

Discretionary Bonus

Generous retirement plan

Private Health Insurance

Competitive Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in print and digital design.
• Strong art working skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design high-end proposals and pitch materials.
• Manage production and liaise with external printers.
• Innovate digital formats and stay updated with trends.

Skills

Graphic Design

Adobe CC (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)

Typography

Print Design

Digital Design

Project Management

Education

Graphic Design Qualification

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

PowerPoint

Publisher

Job description

Middleweight Graphic Designer

Middleweight Graphic Designer

Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 8 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: January 6, 2025 (12 days left to apply) job requisition id JR00013185

The Company

Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments, or in one of our more Operational teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business.

Why This Role Matters

We are looking for a talented midweight graphic designer to join our high-performing, business-getting team, where your design skills will help shape high-profile pitches and projects for our most important clients. Working closely with our Design Director and a collaborative team of Proposal Writers, you’ll create visually stunning, bespoke pitch documents and innovative digital presentations that showcase sophistication and creativity while pushing creative boundaries in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Success in this role requires a blend of creative energy, adaptability under pressure, and a strong team spirit. Proven experience in or an understanding of the Luxury industry—particularly in fashion and/or the arts—is essential, as is a commitment to precision and excellence. Your strong typographic skills and attention to detail will be key to delivering the high-end, polished designs our clients expect.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Design High-End Proposals: Design printed documents, digital presentations, and other pitch materials that showcase creativity and adhere to brand guidelines.

• Manage Production Seamlessly: Liaise with external printers, manage internal processes, and oversee production to ensure high-quality outputs delivered on time.

• Innovate: Stay updated with industry trends, explore new printing materials and formats, and develop cutting-edge digital formats in collaboration with the team. Your efforts will directly enhance the team’s ability to secure business and deliver results that exceed client expectations.

What you’ll bring to the team

• A Graphic Design qualification and 3 years’ experience in print and digital design, with proficiency in Adobe CC (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator).

• A passion for typography and print design, coupled with experience in creating sophisticated, high-end, large-format designs.

• Strong art working skills and confidence in managing external printers to ensure seamless production.

• Adaptability and agility to handle multiple projects with tight deadlines, as well as excellent communication and organisational abilities.

• A collaborative, team-player attitude with accountability, a positive mindset, and an ability to work effectively with senior staff and executives.

• Bonus skills include presenting directly to clients, expertise in PowerPoint or Publisher, and a commitment to driving innovation through digital design.

What’s great about working for us

• 25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave.

• Christie’s Christmas office closure (guaranteed between 25th Dec – 2nd Jan) – in addition to annual leave: almost two weeks to fully switch off and spend time with friends and family.

• Additional 1 week’s annual leave within the year of a 5-year anniversary i.e. 5th, 10th, 15th and so on.

• Volunteering day: Take an additional day of annual leave to volunteer for a charitable organisation that’s important to you.

• Donation matching of up to £500 per annum to help you support the organisations you care about.

• Flexible Fitness Fund - £400 per year expense allowance for health and wellness related activity (taxable).

• Access to world-renowned art: with regular exhibitions in our galleries to wander around and exclusive guided tours hosted by specialist colleagues.

• Discretionary Bonus (dependent on the business and employee performance payable in March each year).

• Generous retirement plan: We will double match your pension contribution up to 5% of your basic salary (Max 10% contribution from Christie’s).

• Private Health Insurance – no employee contribution needed, subsidised for other family members.

• Dental Insurance – (may be extended at personal cost).

• Generous Income Protection Insurance in the event of accident, sickness or injury after 12 months.

• Competitive Life Insurance policy from first day.

• Employee Assistance Programme – access to personal advice and support services including counselling.

• Eyecare vouchers (once a year).

• Cycle to Work scheme.

• Christie’s Extras – discounts on over 800 retailers, holiday packages, dinners and weekly shops.

• Robust family first policy:

• 16 weeks full pay on Maternity Leave.

• Four-day week, for eight weeks, at full pay on return from Maternity Leave.

• Dependent back-up care: 10 sessions/ days of childcare or eldercare per year.

• The Stork Club: Our community of parents who meet regularly over breakfasts, lunch, afternoon tea…

Closing Date: Sunday 5th January

About Us

Christie’s is the world’s leading art business. Since 1766, we are known for our extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour.

Every year, we offer around 350 live and online auctions in over 80 specialist categories – including all areas of fine and decorative arts, Asian art and luxury collectables – as well as a long and successful history of private sales.

Contact us in 46 countries, or visit one of our 10 international salerooms in London, New York, Hong Kong, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zürich and Shanghai.

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