Are you an intermediate designer looking for the next big challenge client-side?

Love to work for a brand where it's internationally recognised, with an extensive range of products around globally? Do you also have a passion for motorcycles and the automotive sector?

Our client is New Zealand's distributor for a renowned global brand of the automotive sector, responsible for stocking bikes, power equipment, and marine engines around the country. They're on the lookout for the next ambitious, go-getter Graphic & Digital Designer to join their fast-growing and incredibly dynamic team!

This person will be a high-level intermediate who has experience in the print and digital space, previously from an agency or in-house environment (or both), and a love for all things in the automotive industry. Our ideal candidate will be highly motivated, have experience with designing content for multiple social platforms such as Facebook, Instagram etc, and have a knack for working to brand guidelines impeccably.

You'll be responsible for the design and production of all creative and digital output for the brand. Day-to-day this will involve creating and developing print design as well as digital content to deliver modern media campaigns. You'll be a smooth operator on the design tools as well as a keen eye for detail and an appreciation for seeing your work come to life both online and in print.

This role is exciting as you'll get to work closely with the Marketing team to develop engaging, eye-catching content for online channels. Scale-up from the small agency budgets and push your creative ideas further in this company!

Sounds like you? Read on below:

The breakdown

We are looking for an accomplished gun with:

• Min 5+ years' experience in Graphic and/or Digital Design
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
• Experience in working in the retail/automotive space

Proven results and experience in…

• Strong conceptual ability with interesting, fresh ideas
• Experience across digital design - EDMs, web design, banners & interactive PDFs
• End-to-end ownership of taking briefs, concept creation, artwork production (print & digital), and delivering said collateral on time and within budget
• Development of brand consistency and working to brand guidelines
• Strong communication skills
• External supplier management
• Working well to fast and deadline-driven environments
• Proactive, smart with attention to detail
• A background/passion in the retail or automotive industry (highly desirable)

Are you someone who is…

• Creative, motivated and hardworking?
• Great collaborator and an excellent communicator?
• Ambitious, and driven by a desire to excel?
• Passionate about motorcycles and the automotive sector?

The reward

• Great intermediate salary package of up to $85,000 per annum + Kiwi Saver
• Mentoring opportunities in a team that supports growth
• And more!

Mandatory requirements

• Must have a relevant tertiary design qualification
• Due to current border restrictions, we are only able to accept applications from people entitled to work in, and currently residing in New Zealand
• Double-vaxed applicants need only apply

In summary

Passionate about all things design? If you're a talented, creative Graphic & Digital Designer and looking for that next big challenge for one of the world's biggest automotive brands - this is your opportunity to step up!

Apply today

If this role sounds like you, apply today or e-mail with a brief summary of why you may be interested in this position. Or call Nicole directly on 022 044 2042 for a confidential chat.

About The Pond

The Pond is committed to becoming New Zealand's number one specialist recruiter in the Digital & Tech, Creative & Design, and Marketing & Sales sectors. We focus on finding the best candidates in the local and overseas market, that last the distance and help transform our clients' businesses. Established in 2006, The Pond is driven by a dedicated team of experienced recruiters and support team who get results for clients daily. Our audited placement average is 4.4 years, so the people we place do stick.

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