Apprentice Graphic Designer – Manchester, City Centre
Job Title: Apprentice Graphic Designer
Reporting To: Graphic Designer
Location: Manchester, City Centre
Salary: £120 per week + Annual bonus
Holidays: 20 Days Holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
Main Purpose of Job
We are looking for someone with a passion for design and a keen interest in creating graphics for print and web. You will work as part of a small team, communicating with members and clients to ensure projects are completed effectively and efficiently.
Detailed Duties
* Organise and manage projects efficiently.
* Assist in creating graphics that look good and convert well.
* Update existing graphics.
* Communicate regularly with team members.
* Communicate with clients via email and telephone when required.
* Assist with project management from initial contact to final delivery, including quotations, closing sales, development, amendments, signing off, marketing campaigns, updates and reviews.
* Assist in managing outsourced developers, designers, illustrators, programmers, researchers, marketers (training provided).
* Assist with installing and maintaining hardware and software.
* Meet agreed deadlines.
Please note that this list is not exhaustive and you may be required to undertake additional duties of a similar responsibility level.
Person Requirements – Essential Skills / Experience / Qualities
* Experience using computers.
* Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
* Experience using websites.
* Experience sending emails.
* Knowledge of the internet.
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
* Good IT and organisational skills.
* Time‑management skills.
* Passion for design.
* Take pride in work.
* Willingness to travel occasionally.
* Desire to progress, learn and adapt to new environments and challenges.
* Not afraid to get involved in projects outside traditional skill set.
Beneficial Skills / Experience / Qualities
* Experience creating graphics for print and web.
* Experience building/editing websites.
* Customer interaction experience (in person, email, phone).
* Experience with Photoshop and Illustrator.
* Interest in website design and coding.
* Interest in marketing.
* Knowledge of search engines.
* Sales experience.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Willingness to learn new skills and tackle challenges.
* Persistence to achieve best outcomes.
* Ability to break large projects into smaller tasks and prioritise.
* Understanding of cost and best value.
Apprentice Scheme
This vacancy is part of the government apprenticeship programme. The successful candidate will spend one day a week at college and four days a week in the office gaining first‑hand experience. The apprenticeship lasts one year and, upon completion, the apprentice will receive a qualification and a full‑time graphic design role.
Apprenticeship Covers The Following
* Preparing documents.
* Writing presentations and assisting with briefs.
* Marketing.
* Learning and utilising software.
* Supporting the development, amendment and drafting of final illustrations.
* Designing and producing collateral.
* Preparing and proofing copy for online and offline marketing materials.
* Using illustration to visually communicate technical information.
* Working on print materials, presentations, artwork and graphics.
* Liaising with printers.
* Project management from brief to completion.
* Producing technical drawings, prototypes and samples.
Qualifications Awarded
* EDI/Edexcel Level 2/3 NVQ Certificate in Design.
* Edexcel BTEC Level 2/3 Extended Certificate in Art and Design.
* Functional skills in Maths, English and ICT.
* Employee Rights and Responsibilities.
* Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.
Career Opportunities
* Graphic design.
* Web design.
* Marketing & Sales.
* Client management.
How To Apply
To apply, send your CV and a brief cover letter to careers@nuttersons.co.uk. We look forward to receiving your application.
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