Graphic Designer

The Role

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Designer who will work closely with our digital team to develop, implement, and deliver marketing, advertising, and social media design materials, along with corporate brand and communication tools. The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating creative design ideas and developing visual communication concepts.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Design and develop multimedia-based layouts, graphics, animation, video, sound and/or content for clients’ use in presentations, video productions, multimedia programs, websites, and other electronic media.
• Work with clients and project team to review and recommend design options, functionality, and programming needs.
• Design Web interfaces; develops layout design and concept, selects and secures appropriate illustrative materials to be used, create engaging animations using After Effects & other animation applications.
• Create visual representations of concepts and ideas.
• Create clear content structure and categorization.
• Translate business needs, business requirements, and technical capabilities into designs that are visually exciting, audience-centered, and emotionally engaging.
• Identify problems and executes effective solutions.
  
  

AD-Hocks Assignment/report

• As per the Direct Manager’s requests
  
  

Requirements

• BA/BFA in Design, or strong portfolios showcasing your creative thinking process as well as visually compelling, practical and emotionally engaging design work
• 2-3 years of PR, advertising, branding or agency experience
• Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
• Keen ability to take criticism and incorporate feedback to make your designs better
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude to pursue atypical ideas that inspire action
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Strong design style and ‘solution’ driven creative skills, with a flair for art direction and animation
  
  

Work Conditions

The physical abilities needed to perform the duties of this position, in addition to the office climate:

• Office environment is general office setting
• Must reside in Abu Dhabi or be willing to relocate
• Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed and allowed by local regulations
  
  

About APCO

ABOUT US

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services.

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate , build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.