Junior Graphic Designer

Company Description

Over the many years of its pursuit for investment diversification, the Ghobash
Group has capitalized on opportunities in sectors with encouraging growth
potential by either buying out established operating companies or founding new
businesses to extend value into those markets. As the portfolio of these
fully, or majority-owned operating companies grew and became more diversified,
the Group established ABAN INVESTMENT in ‎2008 to administer and facilitate
its smooth operation. Each operating company general manager reports into the
CEO of Aban Investment and as such it is an actively managed portfolio of
companies.
ABAN Investment currently has stakes in Technology, Oil & Gas,
Pharmaceuticals, Industrial Chemicals and Supplies, Hospitality, Healthcare,
and Consumer Services. It is committed to building high-value businesses, from
start-ups and early stage ventures to mergers and acquisitions for more mature
businesses.

Job Description

To shape the visual aspects of the Group and its companies websites, social
media, books, magazines, product packaging, exhibitions and more. It includes
the entire process of defining requirements, visualizing and creating graphics
including illustrations, logos, layouts and photos for ATL, BTL and digital.
The graphics should capture the attention of those who see them and
communicate the right message.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conceptualize visuals based on requirements.
* Upon receiving brief, ability to discuss the business objectives and requirements of a project.
* Estimating the time required to complete a job.
* Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts, come up with different angles and creative ideas.
* Using innovation to materialize a design brief within time and brand guidelines constraints.
* Prepare rough drafts and present ideas.
* Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand.
* Presenting finalized ideas and concepts internally.
* Working with a range of media, including and keeping up to date with emerging technologies.
* Proofreading to produce accurate, error-free and high-quality work.
* Demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches and working on layouts ready for print.
* Working as part of a team and with printers, web developers and marketing specialists.
* Schedule projects and define budget constraints.
* Amend designs after feedback.
* Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and in line with company 's requirements.

Qualifications
* Graphic Design degree or diploma from a recognised school/University/Institution.
* Bachelor's Degree would be a plus.

Additional Information
* Excellent IT skills including mastery of Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
* Experience in both offline (brochures, newsletters, flyers, billboards, stands…) and online design (websites, banners, e-newsletters, social media…).
* Working knowledge of CSS3, HTML5 and JavaScript.
* Experience in editing video content.
* Experience in 3D design (3DMax…) is a plus.
Experience Requirements:
* Minimum ‎1+ years ' experience, either in similar setting or with a marketing or creative agency.
* A strong portfolio of illustrations or other graphics
* Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop)
* Creative flair, originality and a strong visual sense (corporate identity, logo design…).
* Confidence to present and explain ideas to colleagues.
* Interest in graphics, photography, typography.
Attributes and Behaviours:
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Ability to grasp briefs and consider practical solutions.
* Attention to detail, Adaptive design eye and skill.
* Multitasking and ability to balance work on several projects at a time.
* Good team working skills.
* Perfect spoken and written English is a must.