Senior Artist
Senior Artist
Job Summary
The Senior Artist will assist the Creative Directors in developing design concepts and solutions that supports client briefs. The incumbent is required to liaise with internal and external customers to brainstorm and create art and copy layouts that are of a high quality.
Duties & Responsibilities: The incumbent will be required to:
1. Conceptualize design solutions from concept briefs communicated by Creative Directors
2. Format and develop layouts from beginning to final artwork
3. Communicate with internal and external vendors to present finalized ideas and design specs to achieve the relevant project objectives and timelines
4. Brief, guide and monitor suppliers to achieve delivery of quality design collateral
4. Assist and guide junior artists when required
5. Closely inspect and monitor quality of artwork to maintain established standards
6. Participate in and contribute to brainstorms and supplier/client meetings
7. Perform any other related job duties.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Proficiency with Computers – Advanced proficiency using Adobe Graphics Suite; specifically Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign
2. Demonstrated skill in photo manipulation and retouching
3. Working Knowledge of programmes such as MS Word, MS Excel, Powerpoint,
4. Minimum of three (3 ) years’ experience in local advertising agency environment
5. 3D design and proficiency in programmes such as Cinema 4D are an asset
or any equivalent combination of qualification and experiences
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
1. Excellent designing and idea generation skills
2. Detail oriented with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency
3. Creative-problem solver, proactive and resourceful. Focused and composed under pressure.
4. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
5. Professional, results- focused and self-directed,
6. Team player and customer oriented
7. Strong integrity and decision making skills.
8. Enjoys working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
9. Use innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time
10.Create design solutions that have a high visual impact
11.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a team.