Junior Designer - Artwork / Product design

Primary Purpose: This role exists to support the delivery of high-quality design assets for new product development and rebranding projects across our extensive product range in the children's consumer goods sector.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Create high-quality design assets using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) that meet project specifications and brand guidelines.
2. Demonstrate adaptability and quick learning in a fast-paced environment to support ongoing design projects and meet deadlines.
3. Participate in ideation and brainstorming sessions to generate fresh concepts and contribute to creative direction.
4. Retouch and visualize designs to ensure polished, visually appealing outputs across various formats.
5. Set up packaging artwork with precise technical specifications for print production.
6. Apply fundamental understanding of repro and print processes to ensure production-ready designs that align with printing standards.
7. Maintain effective team communication and organization to ensure smooth project workflow and timely delivery.
8. Follow design briefs to produce creative outputs that align with client expectations and project goals.
9. Collaborate with senior designers and team members to refine designs and ensure alignment with overall project objectives.

Skills and Experience:

Essential Requirements:

1. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).
2. Strong attention to detail to ensure error-free content that aligns with brand guidelines.
3. Ability to work and produce material independently and as part of a team.
4. Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
5. Passion for excellence and continuous improvement.

Desirable Qualities:

1. Experience in children's product design and development.
2. Understanding of sustainable packaging practices and ability to support sustainability initiatives within marketing strategies.
3. Interest in children's product trends: Enthusiasm for keeping up with latest industry developments and their influence on design, from innovative materials to new engagement methods.
4. Ability to incorporate fun, imagination, and creativity into design work that appeals to children while maintaining professionalism and brand integrity.