Graphic Designer & Visualizer

Greek Alphabet Media; Pune District; On-site; INR 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A marketing and advertising agency is seeking a Graphic Designer in Pune. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in branding and packaging, and be proficient in tools like Adobe Illustrator. You will be responsible for creating engaging graphics for various media, collaborating on projects, and maintaining brand standards. Creativity and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in branding and packaging, social media creatives, and print materials.
• Must use own laptop.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of static graphics and video editing work.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging graphics for digital platforms, including social media and websites.
• Collaborate with team members to launch projects.
• Design marketing collateral and brand identity.

Skills

Graphics

Graphic Design

Logo Design

Branding

Typography

Communication

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Dimensions

Cinema 4D

Figma

Job description

Overview

We are a marketing & advertising agency working with brands in D2C, FMCG, and related sectors with a focus on content & marketing. Our portfolio includes brands in coffee, non-alcoholic beverages, cocktail mixers, energy drinks, cycles, food packaging, dairy, and more. We’re hiring for the following position:

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Min. Experience Required: 1-2 years

Overview:

We are looking for a Graphic Designer to create engaging and on-brand graphics for a variety of media. You will work and learn alongside our team to produce high-quality work. You should be highly creative with a sharp eye for details and be eager to learn more if you are passionate about design.

Software/Skills Required

b. Adobe Illustrator

Additional (optional) knowledge in any of the following would be a plus:

d. Adobe Dimensions

e. Cinema 4D

f. Figma

Role and Associated Responsibilities:

• Understand project requirements and concepts
• Use various techniques to create drafts, models and prototypes
• Pitch creative ideas
• Collaborate with team members to launch projects
• Take on special design tasks (e.g. color correction)
• Use feedback and instructions from other senior designers to improve

Requirements

• Expertise in Graphics, Graphic Design, Logo Design, and Branding skills in Typography
• 1-2 Years (Min) of Experience in Branding and packaging, Social Media creatives, and marketing & print materials.
• Ability to work with Typography
• Prior work experience in advertising or creative agencies is a must.
• The candidate is to use their own laptop. This is mandatory.
• Maintaining an established work schedule.
• Creativity, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Effectively managing tight deadlines and multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.
• Effectively using organizational and planning skills with attention to detail, follow through, and adherence to various client brand standards.
• Effectively using self-discipline and initiative to work both independently and in teams, budgeting time, and meeting deadlines and production schedules. - Effectively using initiative to stay updated on the latest trends and practices in marketing & graphic design.
• Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials.

The Right Candidate and Our Expectations

• Good communication skills, proactive, systematic way of working
• Should be able to read, understand, and communicate in English
• Should be motivated and inquisitive about new art forms and trends
• Should have an appetite for experimentation and risk
• Should be able to handle work pressure
• Should come up with ideas to solve problems and contribute to discussions.
• We are okay if you have a low score in your graduation or diploma. As long as you perform and contribute, we are good.

Responsibilities (in-depth):

• Create visually appealing graphics for digital platforms, including social media, websites, and marketing materials such as emailers, flyers, posters, digital e-banners, infographics, WhatsApp creatives, etc
• Develop concepts, graphics, and layouts, including making decisions about fonts, images, readability, readers’ needs, visual designs, mock-ups, presentations, and basic renders.
• Research and review past projects, associated artists, and styles and provide graphic design and art direction inputs for potential projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with an ability to effectively articulate design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.

Digital Media Design

• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of static graphics and video editing work.
• Have a deeper understanding of platforms (like social media) and placements (from Instagram and emailers to Spotify and website Banners, and more) and content strategies. Contribute to the creation of content that resonates with our target audience.
• Manage your time efficiently to meet project deadlines. Prioritize tasks and work towards delivering high-quality content within set timeframes.

Logo Design, Brand Design & Packaging

• Brand Ideation, visualization, and designing according to the creative brief.
• Design brand identity and high-end packaging that is in tune with the product and business objectives
• Design marketing collateral, brand & product campaigns, and webpages.
• Work on creative concepts to communicate the brand & product to the target audience visually.
• Ensure that multimedia content adheres to brand guidelines and maintains a consistent visual identity.

Designing for Print

• Understanding of Print formats, margins & alignments, layouts, packaging materials (matte, gloss, textured, etc), knowledge of color palettes, usage & application of Pantone.
• Ability to understand and create KLDs (Key Line Diagrams) for packaging and media assets.
• Coordinating with external printers or production teams to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed or presented to the highest quality.
• Creating visually appealing & relevant designs for the Target Audience in adherence with the placement/consumption of the print media created.

Hiring Process

• 1st Round - If your profile is shortlisted, we'd like to have a 10 minute chat with you over a phone call to align on some expectations we and you have from this role.
• 2nd Round - We'll proceed with the technical and skill-focused interview. You'd also be asked about the projects showcased in your portfolio. Please ensure your portfolios, no matter if they are on Behance or Google Drive, are updated. If we feel you show potential but don't have demonstrable experience in any of the key disciplines we're hiring for, we may request you to attempt a test assignment.
• 3rd Round - If you've crossed the previous round, we’ll send a questionnaire for you to fill. This would help us understand your priorities in life.
• 4th Round - Basis your submissions, we’ll have a final round of discussion.

Note: Please share your portfolio (as a PDF/web link) or your Behance profile. Applications without the same would not be considered.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries
• Media Production

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