Opus Business Media - Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer is needed in Macclesfield, United Kingdom.

Position Overview:

Opus Business Media, a reputable B2B magazine publisher based in Macclesfield, is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Graphic Designer to join our creative team. This role is ideal for a passionate designer who thrives in a collaborative environment and can bring a high level of creativity and attention to detail to both print and digital projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Magazine Layouts: Work closely with the editorial team to design and lay out magazine pages that align with our house style and meet publication deadlines.
• Client Ads: Design ads for clients as part of our in-house service, ensuring all work meets the highest standards of quality and creativity.
• Digital Publications: Prepare and upload publications to digital platforms (training provided).
• Email Campaigns: Create and manage email campaigns to support marketing efforts (training provided).
• Image Sourcing: Source high-quality images to complement editorial content and enhance the visual appeal of our publications.
• Print Collateral: Produce print materials, such as exhibition stand designs, yearbooks, and other printed collateral, maintaining a high standard of design quality.
• Client & Team Collaboration: Liaise directly with clients and work closely with the editorial team to ensure top-quality design work that meets client and internal expectations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Degree in Graphic Design (or equivalent qualification).
• Experience: Relevant experience in a similar role, preferably in a B2B or publishing environment.
• Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of Adobe InDesign, along with proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Adobe PDF.
• Design Expertise: Strong understanding of composition, layout, and typography.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with excellent attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, both in person and over the phone, with confidence in liaising with clients and colleagues.
• Portfolio: Up-to-date portfolio demonstrating a variety of design projects.

Benefits:

• Employer pension contribution of 6%.
• 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
• An additional day off for your birthday (if it falls on a working day).
• One extra week of holiday after four years of continuous service.
• Death in service benefit equivalent to three times your salary.
• Access to wellbeing support, including 24-hour counselling services.
• Free onsite parking.
• Enjoy a four-day workweek! We work Monday to Thursday, so every Friday is a day off.

Hours:

• Monday to Thursday, 34 hours per week.

Salary:

• Up to £24,000, depending on experience.

About Us:

Our office environment is informal and friendly, with an open-plan layout and even a resident office dog, Murphy. We value creativity, collaboration, and a great work-life balance, offering a unique opportunity to work a four-day week.

In what capacity are you hiring?
On behalf of another company

Where are you in the hiring process?
I’m ready to make a paid hire

Is this an independent one off job, or part of a larger project?
Part of a larger ongoing project

For what period of time will the freelancer be needed?
Long term

What freelancer experience level is needed? (per hour)
Beginner: $10-25, Junior: $25-35