Graphic Designer

The Role

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Designer will work closely with the Digital team in the development, implementation and delivery of marketing, advertising & social media design material, corporate brand and communication tools. He will be responsible for generating creative design ideas, developing visual communication concepts. This role is a temporary project lasting 6 to 8 months, based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Designs and develops multimedia-based layouts, graphics, animation, video, sound and/or content for clients’ use in presentations, video productions, multimedia programs, websites, and other electronic media.
• Works with clients and project team to review and recommend design options, functionality, and programming needs.
• Designs 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.
• Creates visual representations of concepts and ideas.
• Create clear content structure and categorization.
• Translates business needs, business requirements, and technical capabilities into designs that are visually exciting, audience-centered, and emotionally engaging
• Identifies problems and executes effective solutions
  
  

Requirements

• BA/BFA in Design, or strong portfolios showcasing your creative thinking process as well as visually compelling, practical and emotionally engaging design work
• 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.
  
  

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.