Senior Graphic Designer

MuscleFood; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + Your birthday off

Monthly vouchers

Free gym membership

Westfield Health Package

MF Monthly Discount

Discounted or free food

Free parking

Job summary

A dynamic food brand in Nottingham is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to lead visual development across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of design experience, excellent skills in Figma, and a strong portfolio. Responsibilities include executing design projects, mentoring junior designers, and collaborating effectively with teams. This full-time position offers competitive benefits, including gym membership, discounts, and a creative work environment. Join us and contribute to our brand's visual storytelling.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional design experience, preferably in an agency or in-house creative team.
• UX/UI web experience required.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of design work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute design projects from concept to delivery across various platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure visual consistency.
• Supervise and mentor junior designers.

Skills

Proficiency in Figma

Excellent typography

Visual storytelling

Attention to detail

Excellent time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design

Tools

Figma

Job description

Senior Graphic Designer (Permanent Role Only) - No Freelance

Location: Nottingham (Office Based)

Reports into: Trading Director

Salary: up to £35k per annum (DOE)

Application Requirement: PLEASE SUBMIT PORTFOLIO OF WORK WITH APPLICATION

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly creative and experienced Senior Graphic Designer to lead the visual development of our brand across digital, print, and multimedia platforms. The ideal candidate is a conceptual thinker with a strong design aesthetic, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for creating impactful visual content that communicates our message effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute design projects from concept to delivery across various platforms (web, print, social media, advertising, packaging, etc.)
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including marketing, trade, and development to ensure visual consistency and brand alignment
• Supervise and mentor junior designers, providing guidance, feedback, and support
• Develop and maintain brand guidelines and ensure adherence across all channels
• Translate marketing strategies into compelling visual campaigns and storytelling
• Present ideas and creative concepts to internal stakeholders and leadership
• Stay current with design trends, techniques, and best practices
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual arts, or related field
• 5+ years of professional design experience, preferably in an agency or in‑house creative team
• UX/UI web experience required
• Strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of design work
• Proficiency in Figma
• Excellent typography, layout, and visual storytelling skills
• Strong understanding of branding, color theory, and composition
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Excellent time management and communication skills

Advantageous if you have

• Experience in motion graphics, video editing, or animation
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS and responsive design principles
• Familiarity with print production and packaging design

The Person

MuscleFood prides itself on the exceptional people we have in place. You will be the next high‑calibre addition. Fun, personable, articulate and most of all committed are all attributes we want from our new recruit.

Our Brand Values

• Obsess Over the Customer: we put our customers’ success and ambitions above our own
• Love What You Do: take pride in your work, look after yourself and motivate each other
• Lead From the Front: celebrate innovation, take risks, don’t be afraid to fail
• Get It Done: we commit to a plan and deliver as a team and work as one to find solutions

What We Offer

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + Your birthday off!

Monthly vouchers

Free gym membership

Westfield Health Package

MF Monthly Discount

Job Type: Full‑time

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nottingham NG6 0DW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet

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