Job Description

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Dentsu Creative is a global creative agency network built to unlock exponential growth for clients through Transformative Creativity -- a unifying force that drives innovation across people, businesses, and society. Launched in June 2022, it operates in over 145 countries and is fully integrated with dentsu's Media and CXM capabilities to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions worldwide. Guided by the philosophy of "Building Brands for What's Next," Dentsu Creative empowers brands to navigate current challenges and prepare for future opportunities, crafting resilient, forward-thinking strategies that thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Role Purpose
A talented designer responsible for designing visually captivating layouts for various print formats and materials. Managed by the Design Lead, this role will have an excellent understanding of high-quality print design, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively to bring ideas to life that resonate with passionate food fans.
Key ResponsibilitiesCreate engaging layouts for magazine and newspaper pages, ensuring the content flows effectively and aligns with editorial and brand guidelines. Design recipe cards, promotional inserts, cover wraps and other print collateral with attention to detail, ensuring the design enhances the content. Design advertorials, in-store material and artwork for events to ensure the brand's visual identity is consistently maintained. Work closely with the Picture Editor to source appropriate imagery for publications across all brand channels. Juggle multiple design projects at once, managing timelines and deadlines effectively to ensure the timely delivery of materials. Prepare final artwork for print, ensuring all technical specifications and requirements are met, including colour profiles, image resolution and bleed settings. Ensure design consistency across all printed materials, adhering to established style guides and brand identity. Keep up with the latest design trends, print technologies and design software to continuously improve design quality and efficiency.

Required Skills and ExperienceMinimum of 3-5 years of experience in print design, preferably with experience designing for magazines, newspapers, recipe cards, or other print publications Expertise in layout design, typography, colour theory, and visual storytelling. Ability to create designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). Knowledge of other design tools and print production software is a plus Ability to use AI tools creatively and strategically, freeing up time for greater creativity and innovation High level of accuracy in design execution, with a keen eye for detail, ensuring designs are polished and error-free Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including editors, photographers, and other designers, while managing feedback and revisions Excellent organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines Solid understanding of the print production process, including preparing artwork for printing, working with printers, and managing colour accuracy Ability to conceptualise and execute creative ideas while staying aligned with the publication's brand and editorial vision Experience in sourcing appropriate imagery for publications and ensuring full compliance with image rights agreements

Working with us
Joining Dentsu Creative, you will be part of a creative network, delivering ideas at the intersection of brand, culture, and commerce. In an age when brands are built and grown in altogether new ways we espouse humility alongside practical flexible problem solving.
On your journey you will partner with inspiring people across the world and become part of a truly inclusive culture where everyone is given the opportunity to thrive and create the best work of their careers; always learning and always listening to shape ideas, create culture and change behavior. By bringing together the capabilities, experience and relationships of our collective experts, the opportunities for personal growth and development are endless.
Inclusion and Diversity
At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.
We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@dentsu.com, quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

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Location:
London
Brand:
Dentsu Creative
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent