Graphic Artist at EPAYPLUS Nigeria

Job Summary & Purpose

• Use technology and artistic skill to create designs in a variety of media. Work with clients to create packages, signs, company logos and card designs.

Responsibilities

• Designing and printing of various cards-VERVE Debit and Prepaid cards, MasterCard Credit or Debit card.
• Managing client proposals from typesetting through to design, print and production.
• Designing and Printing of Combo scheme cards as requested by the client.
• Working with clients, briefing and advising them with regard to design style, format, print production and timescales.
• Developing concepts, graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and knowledge of Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics and Email Marketing/Pay per Click.
• Determining size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and font style and size.
• Preparing rough drafts of material based on an agreed brief.
• Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements if required.
• Liaising with external printers on a regular basis to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed to the highest quality.

Person Specifications
Academic Qualification Professional Qualification Experience:

• A first Degree in any Science course is required although other Art and Design subjects will be accepted.
• Professional qualification will be an advantage
• Must have a minimum of three years experience.
• Employer expects a good knowledge of design software, such as Quark, In Design, Illustrator plus photo-editing software, CorelDraw, including Photoshop.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Ability to effectively communicate in the English language verbally and in writing.
• Must be a team player along with mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Ability to read and interpret technical journals, specifications, international technical standards, etc.
• Excellent IT skills, especially with design and photo-editing software.
• Exceptional creativity and innovation.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• An understanding of the latest trends and their role within a commercial environment.
• Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines
• Proficient in MS Office applications, PowerPoint, etc.