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Head Graphic Designer

Date posted: Tuesday 14th October
Location: South East London

I Want One Of Those is the sort of company where even on a cold rainy day, we still look forward to coming in to work. Established in 1999, IWOOT (as we have become known) has grown to become one of the UK's leading on-line retailers. We work in an environment that is constantly having to evolve and adapt to both emerging technology, and a changing marketplace.

The culture and ethos of our brand runs through every part of the company, even the filler in the parcels we send out is 'on brand'. We are here entirely for the benefit of our customers, and our goal is to consistently strive to over-perform for them. We're not content with being the best, so much as enjoying constantly trying to be even better.

We are the Number One on-line retailer of Gifts and Gadgets in the UK and are passionate about everything we do to keep the top spot. Are you?

We have a ‘ Head Graphic Designer’ opportunity and we would welcome applications from individuals who are up for a challenge.
Successful candidates can look forward to a rewarding, challenging role in a dynamic and friendly team in a company where new opportunities to shine come up every week.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:
You will be reporting to our Creative Director and will be responsible for all visual aspects of the website and advertising as well as the production of regular catalogues, on-site banners and newsletter graphics. You will also be responsible for the management of a small creative team, and will need to have a good understanding of team management as there is a high workload. We have a fast moving product launch schedule, and you will be expected to not only keep up with it, but to constantly amaze us with your technical and creative ability.

To shine in this role you must have:
3-5 years of relevant work experience (ideally from a retail background)
Graphic Design Qualification (Degree or National Diploma)
Advanced Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and In-design (minimum CS3)
Understanding of colour profiles
Creative problem solving
Management skills
Excellent time keeping
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Knowledge of photography and the processes involved from studio to press
Basic Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Desirable
Adobe Premier, Flash, etc.

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 p.a. negotiable depending on experience, plus discretionary profit and performance related bonus.

If you feel you are up to the challenge, then please send the following to jobs@iwantoneofthose.com:
1. Your CV with a covering letter explaining why you feel you are the right person for the role (please note applications without a covering letter will not be considered).
2. A Comprehensive Portfolio including any work related to the retail industry, anything that you feel is relevant to what we do. This is your chance to sell yourself!

The recruitment process is very competitive so you need to stand out from the crowd.

Good luck!

Due to the high volume of applications, we regret we will only be able respond to candidates who meet the recruiting criteria.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES!

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