Senior Designer
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Senior Designer to join our wonderful Marketing - Design Team on a permanent, full-time basis.
We are committed to improving diversity and inclusion across our organisation. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and the Global Majority are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single specification. If you’re excited about the role but your experience or qualifications don’t perfectly align, we encourage you to apply anyway. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups such as the global majority, LGBTQA+, those with a disability and neurodiverse conditions.
The role:
We are looking for a Senior Designer to work closely with the Head of Design in managing the design team (Mid-Weight Graphic Designer and Junior Graphic Designer), creating and delivering outstanding design that positions the Globe’s brand effectively and engages with audiences. They will work to translate concepts into a range of collateral in both digital and print formats across all aspects of audience and internal touch points, delivering high standards and accessibility in all outputs. Reporting to the Head of Design, the Senior Designer will work closely with the Campaigns, Social Media, Digital Content and Digital & Data teams.
The skills:
- Highly conceptual, with the ability to create new brands and ideas, and apply them consistently across a wide range of print and digital platforms.
- Demonstrate a proactive approach with the ability to take initiative, anticipate project needs, and drive work forward independently.
- Demonstrable experience of influencing other teams to help shape their creative ideas to fit their design ambitions within brand.
- Strong creative and technical skills demonstrated through a portfolio of digital and print work, including confidence in setting up accurate, print-ready artwork.
- In-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud software packages: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects. Confident in Figma and Adobe Animate.
- Confident in collaborating with Directors to develop compelling show artwork concepts. Experienced in art directing photoshoots, working closely with photographers, managing shoot logistics, and leading creative teams on set.
- Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to understand needs and work well with others.
- Sound experience leading and inspiring team members, including workflow management and delegating duties.
- Proven negotiation skills in managing deadlines and workloads with other departments.
- Someone currently in a Senior Designer position, either in house or at an agency, but looking for a new opportunity and space to grow in a supportive and inclusive environment.
How to apply
To apply:
For full information, please download the job description from this page (linked to the right if viewing on a browser).
Online Application Form and Application Questions:
To apply, please complete the online application form by our deadline Monday 11 August 2025, 10:00am
Please ensure you answer the following application questions within your supporting info section of the application form:
1. In reference to the job description (person criteria), please outline your skills and experience relevant to this role.
You can include any kind of experience here - it might come from work, volunteering, education, or things you’ve done in your own time.
2. What unique design skills or design experience set you apart from other candidates?
We value different ways of approaching things. We’re interested in what strengths, ideas or perspectives you’d bring.
3. What have you done previously to ensure your work is inclusive to a diverse range of people and communities? This could be in a role or voluntary position.
There are no right or wrong answers - we’d like to hear your thoughts, experiences, or what this means in your own words. This could include things you’ve done to help people feel included, any barriers you’ve faced yourself, or what inclusive practice looks like to you.
Applications must include:
- Completed online application form in full
- Supporting Info / Cover Letter section complete with answers to the above questions
- Your current CV
- Please provide a link to a pdf version of your portfolio containing your best work.
Please include work relevant to this particular role.
Instructions on where to provide your portfolio link: In the application form under Optional Link to Supporting Documents please provide a link to a pdf of your portfolio, containing your best work. This could be a Googledrive link to your pdf document.
We cannot accept WeTransfers link or other links that expire.
Applicants sending a direct link to their website will not be considered.
Interviews:
This recruitment will include an interview process scheduled for 26 August and 27 August for the first round.
All interviews will be in person.
The vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised if a high standard of applications is received. If you wish to be considered for this role, please avoid delay in submitting an application.
If you have any queries on the application process or online form, please email recruitment@shakespearesglobe.com.