Job Description
2D/Graphic Desginer - Studio XAG
Studio XAG are looking for a brilliant 2D/Graphic Designer to assist our world class design team to create the show stopping storytelling we are famous for. Does this sound like you? Then please get in touch.
Who are we?
We are Studio XAG.
We work with brands to create the extraordinary, to stop people in their tracks & to provoke a reaction.
We bring stories to life across pop ups, window displays and immersive experiences. Everything we do is designed to inspire and excite. From the initial concept, to the finishing touches of an install, we make every detail count.
We are on a journey to become a B Corp. We believe in business as a force for good not just profit and we are committed to having a positive impact on the people in our business, and the planet, through our work. We nurture our teams and want your experience at Studio XAG to be the best work of your life and a platform for your career wherever that may lead you.
The Role
You would be joining a medium-sized design team in a challenging, exciting and creative environment. You will have the opportunity to work with great brands on interesting projects; seeing your work 'go live' in our on-site workshop within a very short space of time.
The role will involve:
- Supporting the wider design team delivering artwork for multiple projects
- Preparing large format print files for window rollouts over multiple stores
- Graphic design & artworking of vector files for cut vinyl
- Building design presentations - guidelines, toolkits & specification packs for production
- Retouching images for social media and marketing purposes
- 2D Design & Artworking for exciting concept designs for window displays and retail spaces - from POS to large scale facade takeovers
Who exactly are we looking for?
We’re looking for a bold, fast and fearless designer who has a hunger for creating inspiring industry leading work.
Ideal Experience:
- Ideally a minimum of 3 years experience in 2D graphic design, including preparing artwork for print
- A graphic design based bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Knowledge and experience working in retail design, set design or visual merchandising
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
- A meticulous eye for detail
- Sketchup is a bonus
- Motion graphics / animation skills in after effects or similar / video editing is a bonus
Location:
We currently work a hybrid model; 3 days a week from our East London studio and 2 flexible days. Our normal working hours are 9am - 6pm but flexible working hours and days are available.
Some of our Benefits
- Workplace pension
- 20 Days holiday + min 3 extra days at Christmas + Bank Holidays
- 0.5 Paid days off per month to get inspired
- International research budgets and trips
- All you can eat YCN creative professional learning membership
- Spill mental health support
- Flexible and remote working available
Inclusion & Diversity
StudioXAG is committed to a policy of equal opportunities, we strongly believe diversity helps us create better design. We embrace diversity in all areas of activity and encourage applications from disabled people and people of all ethnicities.
Salary: DOE