Senior Designer
Job Opportunity: Designer at Bookmark Reading Charity
At Bookmark Reading Charity, we have a simple vision: we want every child to read. We are seeking a flexible, experienced, and dynamic Designer to join our creative Marketing Team.
Role Overview
In this role, you will be at the heart of bringing our mission to life visually, helping shape the charity’s brand identity, and creating engaging designs through various platforms. The ideal candidate will have a diverse skill set across branding, illustration, print, digital media, social media, and animation.
Responsibilities
- Designing print collateral for the charity’s different audiences (prospective volunteers, volunteers, schools, donors)
- Collaborating with the marketing team to conceive and create content for campaigns (across multiple channels)
- Participating in team brainstorms about innovative creative solutions
- Producing collateral for fundraising events e.g. invites, programmes
- Supporting the production of video content, including liaising with videographers
- Supporting with the management of the Bookmark image library, including the commissioning of new photography
- Creating slide deck templates for colleagues to adopt
- Supporting with the production of
, Bookmark’s magazine for children
- Building on, adhering to, and acting as brand guardian for Bookmark’s brand guidelines
- Managing and developing the organization system of our creative asset library
Requirements
Experience
- A BA-level qualification in design or equivalent work experience
- Proven ability to lead design projects or contribute to larger initiatives
- A portfolio of print and digital design work that demonstrates a wide range of creative assets
- Skilled in working within and maintaining brand guidelines
- Proficient in creating digital design assets for multiple platforms
- Experience with brand audits and/or brand evolution (desirable)
Skills
- Creative flair and a commitment to creating original, inspiring, and impactful design assets
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design software
- Attention to detail in all design work
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Proactive approach to design and willingness to stay updated on industry trends
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Attributes
- Strong design direction and strategic support
- Excellent communication skills
- Proactive team player
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Passionate about charity work and design
Additional Information
Location
London/Hybrid (2 days in the office)
Position Type
Full-time / 4 days a week
Salary
£36,000-£38,000
Reports to
Head of Marketing & Communications
Application Deadline
06 January 2025, 11:59 pm
How to apply
Please complete and upload the application form via Breathe HR portal. Your application will be rejected without a completed application form (Please see vacancy documents at the bottom to download the form).
Applicants are required to submit a link to their portfolio of work.
If you have any problems with attaching the form, please send it to talent@bookmarkreading.org.
PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD A CV OR A COVER LETTER AS THESE ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
