Graphic Artist

Job description:

- Create, design and produce artwork including illustrations, logos, publications, advertising and company collaterals based on the direction from the Corporate Communications Manager and requirement of internal clients
- Develop graphics and layouts for corporate communications from conceptualization to production (e.g. corporate/brand identity manual, company newsletter/employee magazine, annual reports, e-mail alerts, company intranet, presentations, corporate website, social media, etc.)
- Provide creative and technical advice during the concept design and development stage to produce new ideas and ensure client expectations are clearly understood and accurately reflected
- Confer with clients to discuss design specifications or other work orders as needed
- Ensure designs are completed in a timely manner (allowing for drafts, review and feedback of designs submitted)
- Coordinate with copy writers and other graphic and multi-media artists on collaborative projects
- Archive soft copies of all artworks and digital assets such as company logos, brand/corporate manuals, annual reports, employee magazines etc.
- Maintain a record of Corp Comm Job Orders (JO) as basis for output and productivity
- Sustain technical knowledge by learning new multimedia technologies and participating in design workshops
- Do other tasks or special projects from time to time or when need arises

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts / Advertising / Multi Media Arts / Graphic Design or equivalen
- At least 1 yr of related experience in Graphic designing.
- Strong visual sense, creative flair and ability to create original or out of the box concept
- Competent in art/fine art, communication design, multimedia, photography, print and digital media management
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign; After Effects or Premiere is a plus
- Above par typography skills; knowledgeable in different formats and printing requirements such as pixel image, vector graphic, pdf, eps, rgb, cmyk, jpg, tiff, png, ai, etc.
- Good in time management, problem solving and organizational skills; must have high level of attention to details
- Ability to anticipate and work under pressure or tight deadlines
- Possesses good interpersonal skills; must be flexible, patient and comfortable in a highly collaborative environment
- A matter-of-fact approach when ideas or designs are rejected
- Has experience in handling events
- Willing to work onsite at Ermita, Manila