Job Description
Are you a creative and passionate designer looking to continue your career in a dynamic digital agency? The Zen Agency is seeking a Mid-weight designer to join our team and work alongside our team to craft engaging and visually stunning designs for a wide range of digital platforms. If you have a portfolio that showcases your design talents and are eager to learn and grow in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!
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:
* Collaborate with the marketing team to develop innovative and engaging design concepts for web projects, social media campaigns, and motion graphics.
* Create visually stunning web designs that are user-friendly, responsive, and aligned with the client's brand guidelines and objectives.
* Workshop with clients to learn about their unique user needs/requirements to better inform your design decisions.
* Design eye-catching graphics for social media platforms, including static images, animated infographics and short videos to enhance client's online presence and engagement.
* Develop 2D motion graphics and animations for various digital projects, such as promotional videos, presentations, and interactive media.
* Work with our team on pitches and proposals, scoping projects and managing delivery timescales to ensure projects are delivered on time.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies, and incorporate them into your work to continuously improve and innovate.
* Confident in pitching and justifying ideas to both the agency’s internal team and our clients
Must Have’s:
* Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a designer (ideally at an agency)
* Ability to manage several project deadlines
* A Strong portfolio showcasing web design, social media graphics, and 2D motion graphics.
* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
* Solid understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices for web design, including W3C Accessibility principles.
* Experience in Wireframing and Site Mapping.
* Strong conceptual thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under deadlines as well as being able to forecast design timescales accurately.
* Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members and clients.
Nice to Have:
* Experience with Shopify, WordPress, Umbraco and Wix CMS platforms
* Videography/Photography skills
* Experience working in an agency environment
* Experience analysing and reporting on e-commerce analytics
* Confident pitching face-to-face in front of clients
* Experience writing proposals and interpreting briefs
Why Join Us:
* Opportunity to work on exciting projects for diverse clients across various industries.
* Private Health Care
* Company Pension Scheme
* Optional training and development courses on a range of related skills
* Annual performance-based bonus
* Support and flexibility to expand your skills and test ideas outside your job spec
* A collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on creativity and innovation.
* Competitive salary and perk package
* Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
* 28 Days Holiday Allowance
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and a link to your portfolio to:
The Zen Agency is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
If you're passionate about digital design and looking for an opportunity to unleash your creativity in a fast-paced agency environment, we'd love to hear from you!