Mid-Weight Designer

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time, In office

Salary: £25,000 - £38,000 DOE

About The Zen Agency:
The Zen Agency is a digital agency with over 25 Years of specialising in creating innovative digital solutions including web development, content creation and digital marketing for a diverse range of clients. We pride ourselves on our creativity, technical expertise, and commitment to delivering long-term results. 

Position Overview:
We are seeking a talented Mid-weight Designer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Web design, Branding, UX, social media and motion design/Video Editing. As a Mid-weight Designer, you will work closely with our team and directly with our clients to conceptualise and execute high-quality designs that meet their needs and exceed their expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop innovative and engaging design concepts for web projects, social media campaigns, and motion graphics.
• Create visually stunning web designs that are user-friendly, responsive, and aligned with the client's brand guidelines and objectives.
• Workshop with clients to learn about their unique user needs/requirements to better inform your design decisions.
• Design eye-catching graphics for social media platforms, including static images, animated infographics and short videos to enhance client's online presence and engagement.
• Develop 2D motion graphics and animations for various digital projects, such as promotional videos, presentations, and interactive media.
• Work with our team on pitches and proposals, scoping projects and managing delivery timescales to ensure projects are delivered on time.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies, and incorporate them into your work to continuously improve and innovate.
• Confident in pitching and justifying ideas to both the agency’s internal team and our clients

Must Have’s:

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a designer (ideally at an agency)
• Ability to manage several project deadlines
• A Strong portfolio showcasing web design, social media graphics, and 2D motion graphics.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
• Solid understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices for web design including W3C Accessibility principles.
• Experience in Wireframing and Site Mapping.
• Strong conceptual thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under deadlines as well as being able to forecast design timescales accurately.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members and clients.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Shopify, WordPress, Umbraco and Wix CMS platforms
• Videography/Photography skills 
• Experience working in an agency environment
• Experience analyzing and reporting on e-commerce analytics
• Confident pitching face-to-face in front of clients
• Experience writing proposals and interpreting briefs

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work on exciting projects for diverse clients across various industries.
• Private Health Care
• Company Pension Scheme
• Optional training and development coursed on a range of related skills
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Support and flexibility to expand your skills and test ideas outside your job spec 
• A collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on creativity and innovation.
• Competitive salary and perk package
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• 28 Days Holiday Allowance

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and a link to your portfolio to: greatnewpeople@thezenagency.com

The Zen Agency is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

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If you're passionate about digital design and looking for an opportunity to unleash your creativity in a fast-paced agency environment, we'd love to hear from you!