Job Description

The Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide (PCIAW) is a global non-profit association dedicated to serving and representing the entire uniform, workwear, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) value chains. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative

Graphic Designer

to join our team and work directly with the Head of Communications and Operations.

Role Details

Position:

Content Creator

Location:

3 North House, 1st Floor, Bond Estate, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK1 1SW

Hours:

35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Start Date:

ASAP

Compensation:

25,000 per annum

About the Role

As a Graphic Designer, you will be instrumental in shaping the PCIAW's digital presence. You'll be responsible for producing engaging and informative content across various platforms, including the website, social media channels, newsletters, and occasional print materials.

This role offers the exciting opportunity to combine cutting-edge AI tools with traditional design skills to tell the story of the professional clothing industry. No two days will be the same, as you curate a series of digital assets across a diverse array of industries to bring design to life. Take to the skies with luxury airline uniforms and combat blazing fires with thermal textiles; the only limit is your imagination.

Joining the team may lead to occasional travel opportunities during events and even includes a bespoke suit for the flagship PCIAW Summit & Awards event.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design:

Design and create visually compelling content for web, social media, print, and

newsletters

using

Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

.

Newsletter Management:

Create, design, and manage regular newsletters using platforms such as

Mailjet or similar email marketing services

, ensuring effective delivery and engagement.

AI Integration:

Leverage AI tools such as

Midjourney and Veo3

to generate design assets. You'll also use

ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or similar AI language models

to craft effective prompts for AI-generated visuals.

Copywriting & SEO:

Write engaging and informative copy for various platforms, with a strong understanding of

SEO best practices

.

Social Media Management:

Assist with

social media scheduling

, utilising tools like

SEMRush

for optimisation and analysis.

Analytics & Reporting:

Monitor and analyse

web and social media analytics

, and

newsletter performance data

, to inform content strategy and improve engagement.

Virtual Event Support:

Use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) to

transcribe and summarise virtual events

for wider dissemination.

Member Engagement:

Liaise with PCIAW members to

source promotional copy

and occasionally

interview industry leaders

to create compelling content.

Collaboration:

Work closely with the Head of Communications and Operations to ensure content aligns with PCIAW's strategic goals and brand guidelines.

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience in content creation, with a strong portfolio showcasing design and copywriting skills. Proficiency in

Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

. Experience with

email marketing platforms

such as

Mailjet

or similar (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact) for newsletter creation and distribution. Demonstrable experience with and a keen interest in leveraging

AI tools

for content creation, including AI image generation (e.g., Midjourney, Veo3) and AI language models (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) for prompt generation and content summarisation. Understanding of

SEO copy best practices

and experience with social media scheduling tools like

SEMRush

. Familiarity with

web, social media, and email analytics

. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, dynamic team. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience in the textile and clothing industry. Experience with interviewing and content gathering from industry professionals.

What We Offer

The opportunity to work for a leading global non-profit association within a vital industry. A collaborative and supportive work environment. The chance to innovate and experiment with cutting-edge AI technologies in a professional setting. Direct impact on the PCIAW's communications strategy and global reach.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Milton Keynes MK1 1SW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

SEO tools: 1 year (preferred) WordPress: 1 year (preferred) Content creation: 1 year (required) Adobe InDesign: 1 year (required) Adobe Illustrator: 1 year (required) Adobe Photoshop: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person