Who are we
Mookie Toys is a global toy manufacturer and distributor. We develop both in-house & licensed brands including: Swingball, TP Toys & Disney. Established in 1988 the company is 100% privately owned. This position will be located at our Design Barn – a multi-disciplined creative studio located in rural Worcestershire.
Job Detail
· Job Title: Junior Graphic Designer
· Job Location: Worcestershire
· Salary: Negotiable based on experience
· Contract type: 3-month trial – leading to permanent
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, creative graphic designer to join our fast-paced design department. They will have a pivotal role in the way we communicate both our products & our company.Along with the professional skillset required, the desire to be part of our expanding design team, be creative and learn new things are a must. It also goes without saying that you must have a passion for good design, be motivated and have great attention to detail.
Applicant
· We are looking for a graduate graphic designer with 1 year industry experience
Job Role
· The chosen candidate will be working alongside our Senior Graphic Designers on a varied mix of graphic projects including product branding, promotional material, sales presentations, packaging, POS, instruction manuals, online assets & exhibition / showroom designs
· Build and maintain visual identity, ensuring our brand is portrayed consistently across all communications
Essential Skills
· Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant creative field, e.g. Graphic Design
· Strong portfolio exhibiting a natural talent for graphic design preferably on a range of projects
· Competent throughout Adobe applications – primarily Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
· Able to work to tight deadlines on a diverse range of projects – with excellent time management
· Process excellent type, colour and graphical layout
· Ability to create print ready artwork
· Able to closely follow & comply with brand guidelines (both internal & external)
· Strong understanding of box cutting forms coupled with a hands-on approach to producing sample pre-production packaging
· Can create truly engaging & refreshing graphical designs / layouts
· Good attention to detail
· A passion for toys – a great sense of humor it’s a fun job working with a fun team!
Desirable Skills
· Able to create product animations and edit video
· 3D animation packages, PremierPro and After Effects
Application Method:
· Email a CV, covering letter, short portfolio (under 5mb and should exhibit a natural talent for design preferably on a range of projects)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £20,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Worcester WR6 6RR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
- Bachelor's (required)
Experience:
- Graphic design: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 23/06/2023
