London, UK
Senior product-graphic designer
at MinaLima
MinaLima is seeking a senior product-graphic designer to join its team in London.
About the company:
Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima joined forces in 2002 to take up the artistic challenge that was proposed to them: to imagine and create the entire graphic universe of the Harry Potter film series. This fruitful and successful collaboration led them to form their own design studio, MinaLima, specialising in graphic design and illustration.
Since finishing their work on the Harry Potter films and founding their studio in 2009, Miraphora and Eduardo have continued their involvement in the Harry Potter franchise through numerous design commissions, from creating all the graphic elements for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort, to designing award-winning publications for the brand.
In 2015, MinaLima entered a new chapter of the Wizarding World, designing the graphic identity for the Fantastic Beasts film series.
Their latest venture is the launch of two dedicated MinaLima galleries and stores, showcasing their full treasury of graphic works. House of MinaLima in London and Osaka seek to create an experiential space, celebrating the idiosyncrasies of their work for the Wizarding World franchise as well as their own creations.
About the role of senior product graphics designer
We design and produce paper and speciality products and are always looking to expand our product range. Applicants must be proficient in all relevant software (Adobe Suite and SketchUp) with 3D design skills a necessity.
Leadership skills and enthusiasm to work in a team will be required. You will be working closely with the directors and design team, you will develop creative ideas and deliver projects. You must be a creative individual who will be able to use your initiative to ensure the design team promotes the brand through delivering high-quality pieces on tight deadlines.
Responsibilities for the role of senior graphics designer:
- meet with directors, partnership manager and art director to establish the design brief, including concept, performance and production criteria for stationery and paper products
- work on ideas as part of a team or developing design concepts using computer-aided design (CAD), being mindful of the budget
- take part in specialist or multidisciplinary team meetings
- sketch initial design ideas
- identify the suitability and availability of materials
- produce detailed, final hand drawings and specifications or, more likely, using dedicated computer software (CAD) to produce design specifications, including parts lists and costing
- make samples or working models by hand or using computerised prototyping equipment
- test the design concept by computerised modelling or physical hands-on testing of models
- research materials, processes or market requirements
- arrange meetings and liaise with other departments, including marketing, to discuss and negotiate appropriate production processes, costs and commercial issues
- occasionally travel to suppliers’ production facilities to evaluate the feasibility of production within budget
- make presentations to senior design management (art directors, partnership manager and directors), either when bidding for a contract or to present design proposals
- (responsibilities are included but not limited)
Experience required for the position of senior product graphics designer:
- extensive product graphics design experience
- offer creative ideas to add value to campaigns and production
- an eye for detail, with strong aesthetic skills to combine colours, fonts and layouts to pixel perfection
- proficient in Adobe Creative Suites (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects and Premiere)
- ability to meet deadlines
- have experience of coaching junior members of the team
- have a degree in design, visual arts or relevant field
(Must have the right to work in the U.K.)
How to apply
Simply submit a short letter telling us why you would be a great fit for this role and a link to your CV and, if you have one, your portfolio, using the ‘apply’ link below.
What are the next steps?
We look forward to hearing from you; we will aim to respond to you within one week of contact.
The interview process starts with an informal phone call, before a more formal interview process.
Due to a high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful.
Job types: full-time, contract
Salary: negotiable
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