Design Manager (UAEN Talent Pool)

Provide design direction and structural advice to immediate design teamBe responsible for the design process from pitch through project completion, including concept development/designInterrogate the brief, scoping of the project and allocating the necessary resourcesSupport the sales process by participating in new business pitches, working alongside a select team of colleagues from the creative / design / strategic / technical departments to develop strategy and creative pitches and programs that are ideas-ledUnderstand clients’ business, strategy and business issues and help design effective solutions that address the business need, with message and design aligned, appropriate and on brandActs as designer on projects, supporting the Associate Creative Director/Creative Director or independently, depending on scope of project: develop concept or idea for scenic or environmental treatment and present/sell idea internally and to clientConfidently and comprehensively promote the agency and its servicesParticipate in creative brainstorms to generate ideas for clientsResearch for projects and pitches, collate information, articulate and present your thinking to the wider internal team, so that they understand how best to apply that thinking.Champion the latest ideas in creative event productionEnsure the agency creative process is followed and embraced.Ensure quality standards are adhered to and proactively seek to develop standards in your line of work. (i.e. pitch proposal development, design values, etc.)Constantly strive to push the boundaries of our offer, both creatively and strategically, and seek innovation in our deliveryCollaborate with other members of the team to drive forward the creative process and visual representation, ensuring that the process remains faithful to the strategic thinking, and is followed and embraced across all touch pointsEngage with production throughout the delivery of the project with a keen interest in design detailing (responsible for providing design intent drawings)Bring to life your ideas through 2D presentations or similarSupport the presentation deliverables through a variety of mediumsKeep abreast of cultural events and trends that affect our clients’ audiences and the design industry in the regionBuild and maintain effective relationships with team members, suppliers and clients alikeEnsure clear communication to all parties regarding roles and responsibilities, scope, budget, schedules and project status/action itemsCoach and oversee junior team members on execution of all individual job details in your remitRecommend best freelance and internal talent for the project and support resourcing requirementsEmbrace and enhance company internal systems, processes and quality (QI)Adapt to and be supportive of evolving corporate requirements and directivesWillingness to embrace additional tasks, if required outside of the overall scope of responsibilities in line with your grade and level of responsibilityYour projects could be exhibitions, product launches, business meetings, event branding, public events or consumer brand experiencesOffice based job; require working longer hours on computerFormal EducationWork ExperienceYou have 5-7 years scenic, event, architectural, retail, theatrical or broadcast design experienceSkills and KnowledgeYou have an agile and innovative creative mindYou have the ability to incorporate design across many deliverablesYou have excellent knowledge of 2D Graphic Creation/Branding and graphic software including Photoshop and Illustrator. Design Thinking Process experience.You are highly organised with exceptional project management, administration, organizational and communication skills, as well as flawless attention to detail.You take responsibility and are in controlYou are a quick learner, willing to grow and developYou are great with people at all levels and are fun to be with.You are unfazed by tight deadlines, multiple projects and conflicting priorities and remain calm and collected under pressureYou are a confident and engaging communicator. Good command of spoken and written English is a mustYou are process driven and methodical with an eye for details and a passion for excellence in everything you do. All delivered with a sense of humourYou are able to think outside the box, figuring out solutions, working with your colleagues helping them to realize ideas into designs that can be delivered on budget and timeYou have a sound understanding of digital, technical and media solutionsYou have exceptional knowledge of the principles of design, layout, copy and printYou can delegate effectively, work alone and as part of a teamYou have an excellent working knowledge of MS OfficeYou are a dynamic and passionate doerDemonstrated creative competencies: Client focus, accountability for results, team effectiveness, organizational skills, attention to detail, originality, flexibility and professional confidence#J-18808-Ljbffr