Freelance Graphic Designer

About Saatchi & Saatchi ME

Originating as a London-based advertising start-up in 1970, Saatchi & Saatchi has expanded into a global creative communications network with 114 offices across 67 countries and over 6500 employees. As part of Publicis Groupe, the third-largest communications conglomerate worldwide, the agency partners with six of the top ten global advertisers and more than half of the top 50. Saatchi & Saatchi specializes in crafting engaging stories that connect consumers to brands, driven by a culture that believes "Nothing is Impossible." They emphasize creativity to deliver impactful change and prioritize internal talent development for continuous growth.

Role Overview

The graphic designer will conceptualize and produce visual designs for various mediums including print, digital, and broadcast formats. Responsibilities include creating layouts, typography, illustrations, and infographics that clearly communicate campaign messages and resonate with target audiences. The role involves developing and maintaining design guidelines, ensuring technical and visual accuracy, managing production timelines, and mentoring junior designers. Collaboration with copywriters, art directors, and other creative professionals is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently handle design-specific projects from concept to execution.
• Create websites and mobile application designs based on wireframes.
• Work closely with a Digital Content Strategist and media teams to develop agile digital content targeting diverse audiences.
• Produce online content such as social media posts, display advertisements, and oversee art direction for still and video shoots.
• Maintain brand consistency across all platforms and media output.
• Review and improve product positioning and marketing content.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure seamless content implementation.
• Generate various cross-platform designs that enhance user acquisition and retention metrics.
• Stay informed about emerging digital trends and cultural shifts to inform creative recommendations.
• Justify and present creative concepts and treatments effectively to stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in graphic design within an agency environment.
• Expertise in crafting comprehensive creative assets including aesthetics, typography, color schemes, brand identity, iconography, and layouts.
• Ability to work across static, video, and animated assets, while evolving content into testable formats.
• Capable of constructively challenging content strategists and brand teams to enhance creative output.
• Strong conceptual thinking, composition, art direction, and digital ideation skills.
• Familiarity with digital best practices for social media deliverables, including video and display ads.
• Detail-oriented approach with meticulous file and version management under fast-paced conditions.
• A digital portfolio demonstrating a range of design projects across digital, social, web, and motion graphics.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite products such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
• Basic understanding of HTML and banner ad development.
• Strong critical thinking skills to evaluate and improve design solutions effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a solid grasp of digital design principles.

Additional Information

Reference code: R-2388P-2678