Senior Designer (FMCG)

<div class="content-intro"><h3><strong>Who We Are</strong></h3> <p>VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement &amp; Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.</p> <p><strong>About WPP</strong></p> <p>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite&nbsp;cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel&nbsp;in a single company –&nbsp;powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open,&nbsp;to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit&nbsp;<u><a href="http://wpp.com/" data-outlook-id="2714312b-312f-4651-9f88-d8a4e47547bc">WPP.com</a></u>.</p></div><p><strong>JOB SUMMARY</strong></p> <p>This role is perfect for a talented individual who can independently manage and execute a wide range of creative projects, ensuring visual excellence and brand consistency across all touchpoints. While not a managerial position, this role requires a high degree of ownership, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to confidently deliver high-quality, impactful creative work that resonates with our audience. You will be a key contributor, shaping our visual narrative and elevating our brand presence, including for our&nbsp;prominent F&amp;B client portfolio.</p> <p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p></p> <p><strong>Independent Creative Execution:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Independently conceptualize, design, and deliver a diverse range of creative assets for both digital and print platforms, including but not limited to: marketing campaigns, social media graphics, website banners, email templates, presentations, brochures, event collateral, and internal communications,&nbsp;<strong>particularly for our key client in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector.</strong></li> <li>Translate creative briefs and strategic objectives into visually compelling and effective design solutions that meet project goals.</li> <li>Manage multiple design projects concurrently, taking full ownership from brief to final delivery, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Brand Guardianship &amp; Visual Excellence:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Ensure all designs rigorously adhere to existing brand guidelines, maintaining consistency in typography, color, imagery, and overall visual language across all outputs.</li> <li>Proactively identify opportunities to enhance and elevate the brand's visual identity within established parameters.</li> <li>Prepare production-ready files with meticulous attention to detail for various digital (web, social) and print (offset, digital) specifications.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Collaboration &amp; Communication:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Collaborate effectively with Marketing Managers, Content Writers, Product Teams, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements, gather feedback, and iterate on designs.</li> <li>Confidently present design concepts and rationale to internal teams, articulate creative decisions, and incorporate feedback constructively.</li> <li>Actively participate in brainstorming sessions and creative reviews, contributing fresh ideas and insights.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Problem-Solving &amp; Innovation:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Proactively identify and address design challenges, proposing creative and effective solutions.</li> <li>Stay informed about current design trends, industry best practices, and new design tools/technologies, seeking opportunities to integrate them into our workflow.</li> <li>Strive for continuous improvement in design quality and efficiency.</li> </ul> <p><strong>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Experience:</strong>&nbsp;Approximately&nbsp;<strong>3+ years</strong>&nbsp;of progressive professional experience in graphic design, visual design, marketing design, or a similar creative role, preferably within an agency or in-house creative team.</li> <li><strong>Portfolio:</strong>&nbsp;An exceptional and diverse online portfolio showcasing a strong command of design principles, conceptual thinking, and execution across a variety of media (digital and print),&nbsp;<strong>ideally including examples for large or well-known consumer brands.</strong></li> <li><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></li> <li>Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign are essential).</li> <li>Strong proficiency in presentation software (e.g., Google Slides, PowerPoint, Keynote).</li> <li>Familiarity with Figma is a plus.</li> <li>Solid understanding of design principles including typography, color theory, layout, composition, and visual hierarchy.</li> <li><strong>Design Acumen:</strong>&nbsp;Proven ability to develop creative concepts from scratch and execute them with high visual fidelity, attention to detail, and a focus on delivering impactful results.</li> <li><strong>Communication:</strong>&nbsp;Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to confidently articulate design decisions and creative rationale to various stakeholders.</li> <li><strong>Problem-Solving:</strong>&nbsp;A proactive and independent problem-solver with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality.</li> <li><strong>Independence &amp; Organization:</strong>&nbsp;Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines effectively with minimal supervision.</li> <li><strong>Education:</strong>&nbsp;Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.</li> </ul> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span class="normaltextrun"><span lang="EN-GB"><span lang="EN-GB">We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</span></span></span></p> <p><span class="normaltextrun"><span lang="EN-GB">WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.</span></span><span class="scxw176048299"><span lang="EN-GB">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p><span class="scxw176048299"><span lang="EN-GB">VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). 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