Integrated Designer (18-Month Fixed Term Contract)

The Role

Are you a versatile creative with a keen eye for detail and a passion for bringing ideas to life visually across various platforms? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can learn and grow your design skills? We are seeking an ambitious and independent Integrated Designer to contribute to visually compelling designs for the clients brands, with a focus on learning to leverage WPP Open for seamless, multi-platform creative experiences.

This pivotal role offers the opportunity to develop high-quality visual designs under senior guidance, assist in preparing assets for delivery, and contribute to brainstorming and concept development. If you're ready to learn, adapt, and make a tangible visual impact across diverse channels, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Visual Design & Asset Creation:

• Develop high-quality visual designs for various marketing materials under the guidance of senior designers.

• Assist in preparing design assets for final delivery across different platforms (digital, print, social, etc.).

• Ensure designs adhere to brand guidelines and technical specifications.

Conceptualisation & Collaboration:

• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and assist in developing creative concepts.

• Translate insights and briefs into visually appealing ideas and design solutions.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including creative, strategy, and account.

Learning & Development:

• Support Figma design systems and actively learn automation features within design tools.

• Learn to leverage WPP Open for data insights, specialist collaboration, and workflow streamlining.

• Develop a strong understanding and guardianship of News UK brands and their visual identities.

• Manage time effectively and adapt to changing requirements and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Attributes & Skills:

• Ambitious & Independent: You are a self-starter with a strong drive to succeed, capable of taking initiative and managing your workload effectively with minimal supervision.

• Collaborative & Positive: You thrive in a team environment, building strong relationships and fostering a positive, can-do attitude. You are a natural team player who enjoys working with diverse groups.

• Solid Understanding of Design Principles: You possess a foundational knowledge of design principles, including typography, colour theory, layout, and composition.

• Keen Eye for Detail: You have a meticulous approach to design, ensuring accuracy and precision in all visual outputs.

• Willingness to Learn Figma and WPP Open: You are eager to learn and become proficient in new design tools and platforms, particularly Figma and WPP Open.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: You have a working knowledge of industry-standard design software (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

• Adaptable: You are comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities and requirements.