Senior Graphic Designer

Gi Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education group in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to enhance its marketing efforts through innovative campaigns. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teams, manage design projects across various formats, and uphold brand identity. This full-time role offers a salary of £29,902 with benefits and a hybrid work model, along with up to 44 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Local Government pension scheme

Up to 44 days annual leave

Access to gyms, restaurants and salons

Occupational Health service

Recruitment Referral Scheme worth £200

Qualifications

• Experience in managing varied design work across multiple formats.
• Creative thinker with the ability to develop engaging design concepts.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for business purposes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality design.
• Utilise Adobe Creative Suite to produce artwork.
• Oversee design projects from conception to delivery.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Design across digital and print formats

Creative thinking

Organizational skills

Time management

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Premiere

Animate

Job description

Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer
Type of Business: Education
Location: Rotherham, Worksop, Dearne Valley + hybrid
Annual Salary: 29,902 + benefits
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full time - 37 hours per week
Job Type: Full time, Temporary to Dec 2026

GI Group is currently seeking an experienced Senior Graphic Designer to join our client, a leading education group based in Rotherham. In this role, the Senior Graphic Designer will play a vital role in delivery of the Group's marketing strategy, leading creative efforts to promote opportunities to employers, prospective students, and the wider community through innovative campaigns across the Group's colleges and subsidiaries.

Main Duties

• Collaborate with marketing and communication teams to deliver high-quality design and creative content.
• Utilise Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office applications to produce design and print‑ready artwork.
• Lead projects, liaise with Senior Managers, and present concepts and ideas.
• Maintain and safeguard brand identity across all designs and campaigns.
• Prepare artwork for print, digital publishing, and large‑format printing.
• Create digital animations for social media and outdoor advertising platforms.
• Produce artwork for online advertising, liaise with suppliers, and advise on best practices.
• Manage budgets for print and design‑related services to ensure cost efficiency.
• Develop engaging designs for online applications, outdoor advertising, and exhibitions.
• Monitor and maintain brand identity, adhering to guidelines and ensuring consistency.
• Oversee design projects from conception to delivery, including original illustrations and infographics.
• Collaborate on consistent communication artwork for classrooms and workspace.

Role Requirements

• Knowledge and experience of using Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere and Animate.
• Experience of managing varied design work across several different formats – digital, web, print, press, large format, outdoor etc.
• Experience in design and production of large multi‑late print publications (e.g., annual report, prospectuses, catalogues).
• Creative thinker with the ability to develop, present, and deliver engaging design concepts and solutions in collaboration with colleagues.
• Good organisational, problem solving and time management skills.
• Able to work flexibly to meet requirements including open events (early / late / some weekends).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business purposes or equivalent mobility.

Benefits

• Local Government pension scheme.
• Up to 44 days annual leave per year, including closure during Christmas period.
• Access to gyms, restaurants and salons.
• Staff health & well-being and benefits schemes, including an in-house Occupational Health service.
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made.

Hiring Contact: Joanne Smith
Agency: GI Group