Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time, In office
Salary: £25,000 - £38,000 DOE
About The Zen Agency:
The Zen Agency is a digital agency with over 25 Years of specialising in creating innovative digital solutions including web development, content creation and digital marketing for a diverse range of clients. We pride ourselves on our creativity, technical expertise, and commitment to delivering long-term results.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a talented Mid-weight Designer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Web design, Branding, UX, social media and motion design/Video Editing. As a Mid-weight Designer, you will work closely with our team and directly with our clients to conceptualise and execute high-quality designs that meet their needs and exceed their expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate with the marketing team to develop innovative and engaging design concepts for web projects, social media campaigns, and motion graphics.
2. Create visually stunning web designs that are user-friendly, responsive, and aligned with the client's brand guidelines and objectives.
3. Workshop with clients to learn about their unique user needs/requirements to better inform your design decisions.
4. Design eye-catching graphics for social media platforms, including static images, animated infographics and short videos to enhance client's online presence and engagement.
5. Develop 2D motion graphics and animations for various digital projects, such as promotional videos, presentations, and interactive media.
6. Work with our team on pitches and proposals, scoping projects and managing delivery timescales to ensure projects are delivered on time.
7. Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies, and incorporate them into your work to continuously improve and innovate.
8. Confident in pitching and justifying ideas to both the agency’s internal team and our clients
Must Have’s:
9. Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a designer (ideally at an agency)
10. Ability to manage several project deadlines
11. A Strong portfolio showcasing web design, social media graphics, and 2D motion graphics.
12. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
13. Solid understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices for web design including W3C Accessibility principles.
14. Experience in Wireframing and Site Mapping.
15. Strong conceptual thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
16. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under deadlines as well as being able to forecast design timescales accurately.
17. Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members and clients.
Nice to Have:
18. Experience with Shopify, WordPress, Umbraco and Wix CMS platforms
19. Videography/Photography skills
20. Experience working in an agency environment
21. Experience analyzing and reporting on e-commerce analytics
22. Confident pitching face-to-face in front of clients
23. Experience writing proposals and interpreting briefs
Why Join Us:
24. Opportunity to work on exciting projects for diverse clients across various industries.
25. Private Health Care
26. Company Pension Scheme
27. Optional training and development coursed on a range of related skills
28. Annual performance-based bonus
29. Support and flexibility to expand your skills and test ideas outside your job spec
30. A collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on creativity and innovation.
31. Competitive salary and perk package
32. Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
33. 28 Days Holiday Allowance
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and a link to your portfolio to: greatnewpeople@thezenagency.com
The Zen Agency is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.