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Creative Design Assistant (Part-Time)

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a part-time Creative Design Assistant (2 year FTC) has arisen within a medical research charity.

This charity champions the latest and most influential scientific research from around the world preventing disease and survival through diet, so that they can empower people to make informed lifestyle choices to reduce their health risks.

We are seeking a Creative Design Assistant to work within, and assist, the Creative Design Team with the preparation of materials for print and digital outputs on a wide variety of publications and projects. There is a strong administrative side to the role which involves the digital archiving and management of images and assets and helping to maintain a photographic library including sourcing new material.

In addition to the required experience and personal attributes you need to demonstrate the following skills:

Knowledge and experience in a wide range of graphic design techniques and the various techniques and technologies used in print and digital production.

A strong interest, knowledge and understanding of photography with an eye for identifying good quality imagery, including understanding of composition, brand suitability and relevance.

Strong typographic and layout skills.

Extensive knowledge of Macintosh systems (hardware and software - including Adobe Creative Suite applications: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat).

A working knowledge of Microsoft packages, (Powerpoint, Word).

Strong knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.


Application details:

If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit:

- current CV
- covering letter (maximum 1 page)
- a PDF or slides with no more than 3 samples of recent work

This is a 2-year Fixed Term Contract.

22.5hrs (3 days) per week - part time.

Salary: 15,000 pro-rata (25,000 FTE), plus benefits