Graphic Designer Job at Coloured Spaces Limited

Coloured Spaces Limited is an indigenous brand support company based in Ikeja Lagos that has been delivering world-class quality service in the area of visibility, merchandising, and gift items for over 10 years.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Graphic Designer
Job Location: Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for a highly creative graphic, product and packaging designer who can interpret or convert conceptual ideas and physical items into creative visual representations to join our existing creative team.
• Our ideal candidate must have expert knowledge of various design software and be skilled in every step of the design process from concept to the final delivery.
• The successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of branding and marketing, with the ability to vary style and layouts depending on the project and client requirement.
• Other tasks may include the selection of photos and typefaces, developing layouts, and designing logos, products and other creative tasks; actively involved in the digital & social media marketing activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Study design briefs and determine requirements
• Identify the best ways to illustrate and communicate clients’ vision while complying with design best practices
• Using design software, that will combine images, illustrations, and text to bring an idea to life and also retouch and manipulate images when required
• Select colours, images, typography and layout for communication materials
• Create visualizations that convey accurate messaging for the project.
• Update and maintain internal databases of designs, photography, and video
• Manage the design and uploading process of all project material, understanding best practices for using a content management system
• Review designs for errors before they are printed, published or produced
• Produce drafts for client review and make revisions based on feedback received
• Work independently and cooperatively on multiple projects with the sales team, and business operations, throughout the various phases of a project
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects with high quality within design specifications and project timeframe
• Keep up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies
• Other responsibilities include: Creative/ Art Director; Brand Identity Developer; Visual Image Manipulations; Logo Designer; Package Designer

Key Attributes / Qualifications of Ideal Candidate

• A Degree in Graphic Arts, Design, Communications or related field will be an added advantage
• 3-5 years of experience in graphic/product design, and image manipulation/editing with a creative or marketing agency
• Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills
• Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, Packaging and the digital marketing
• Knowledge of Corel Draw, Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, Sketch, InDesign, and other graphic design software
• Compelling portfolio of work over a wide range of creative projects
• Photography experience and proficiency with photo-editing software
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript development will be an added advantage
• Digital Literacy
• Good reporting skills; Strong analytical skills
• Pleasant personality, smart, intelligent with an eye for details
• Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must be well organized.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: recruitment.ikeja@gmail.com using the Job position as the subject of the mail.