Desktop Publisher
London
Contemporary International is seeking experienced Desktop Publishers who will create and manage the design strategy for a training programme that will be delivered to a high volume of security personnel working for a major international event in London next year. The Desktop Publishers will work closely with Curriculum Writers to create high-quality graphic output for print, video and multimedia. This position will report to the Development & Training Manager.
Key responsibilities:-
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a fast-paced, dynamic design environment.
Language: Excellence in English (verbal and written communication).
PC Aptitude: Design: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Quark Xpress. Microsoft Office programmes with advanced PowerPoint skills.
Key responsibilities:-
- Work closely with the Development & Training Manager and other stakeholders to discuss objectives.
- Think creatively to produce ideas and concepts for training materials including PowerPoint presentations, booklets, handouts and a variety of other training materials.
- Estimate the time required to complete the work by gathering information and data through research and choose the appropriate media and style to meet the client’s objectives.
- Respond to various requests from other teams, maintain a brand and graphic archive for company-wide use and edit a comprehensive photo and video archive.
- Liaise with printers and other providers in the production, proofing and delivery of training materials.
- Contract outside resources when necessary and track job costs and resources.
- Work at exceptional speed under pressure, present finalised ideas and concepts to clients and adhere to stringent graphic design guidelines within a tight timeframe.
- Proof read and visually check for errors and non-conformance to guidelines before sharing.
- Experience in a fast-paced environment required.
- Traditional and electronic graphic design skills necessary.
- Photography, photo-editing, proof-reading and copy editing skills preferred.
- Ability to shoot, edit, and stream video preferred.
- Results oriented and committed to meeting deadlines. Proactive in presenting or ‘pitching’ ideas and designs to clients and other stakeholders.
- Ability to balance work on numerous projects and/or tasks at the same time.
- Strong attention to detail and high standards for quality output.
- Up-to-date knowledge of industry software and a professional approach to time, costs and deadlines.
- Ability to work within a team, flexibility in approach to work.
- Comfort in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where roles change and expand to meet operational needs.
- Able to work additional hours as required,
- Creative flair, originality and a strong visual approach.
- Flexibility and team working skills.
- A matter-of-fact approach when ideas or designs are rejected.
- Being able to work alone or with a team.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a fast-paced, dynamic design environment.
Language: Excellence in English (verbal and written communication).
PC Aptitude: Design: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Quark Xpress. Microsoft Office programmes with advanced PowerPoint skills.
