Job Description

IPG Studios Digital Studio

Midweight Designer - Digital Commerce & Retail

Permanent role starting January 2026

Hybrid working - One day a week onsite in Kingston/Surrey, with occasional work from IPG Studios/Bishopsgate, plus WFH

Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK and can work onsite in Kingston.

WHO WE ARE

Who are we? It's simple really. We are a creative communications agency with the spirit and passion of a boutique and the rock-like support of the world's biggest advertising network. We explore strange new worlds, seek out new life forms and boldly go where no one has gone before in the dogged pursuit of compelling and impactful work which transforms the brands in our care.


Working with us is a little like taking a journey into the unknown - with a massive safety net around you. We encourage an entrepreneurial approach in all that we do and believe that the best ideas can come from anyone - and anywhere. We'll give you the tools and the support you need to build your career and only ask that you bring us your passion, commitment and energy to make a difference.

YOUR ROLE

The Midweight Designer will be part of an in-house team dedicated to one of the biggest FMCG companies in the world. The purpose of the role is to deliver functional design across online banners, assets for retailer platforms, digital shelf-media and web page layouts.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Design Delivery

Develop design briefs based on creative briefs and client strategies. Execute and produce design layout digital retail media Use Adobe Firefly, existing brand assets, and stock imagery to produce timely, relevant content.
Optimise assets for various digital formats and placements (mobile, desktop, app).

Design in a variety of styles while maintaining consistently high standards of creativity and quality.

Client Collaboration

Partner with Creatives to develop digital design layouts Present work confidently Consult with the account project manager to gather information about a product and determine the most effective visual expression. Work closely with the client on a daily basis, building strong, service-driven relationships from brief through final execution.

Problem-Solving & Innovation

Apply critical thinking to provide elegant and simple solutions. Explore new ways of working, including the creative use of GenAI tools, to drive innovation. Stay up to date with current design and digital trends, proactively bringing fresh thinking into the work while operating within brand guidelines. Execute design assignments independently Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple priorities. Accurately log time, manage workloads effectively, and consistently meet deadlines. Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills

Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), PPT, XD or Figma.

Familiarity with HTML5 or motion design tools (e.g. After Effects)

Knowledge of Firefly and other Generative AI (GenAI) tools, with a passion for exploring and applying them in creative workflows. Superior knowledge of software programs within the Mac environment. Familiarity with stock libraries (sourcing, selection, basic optimisation) and asset management best practices.

Mindset & Approach

Self-motivated, professional, and detail oriented. Strong design vision and problem-solving abilities. Passionate about innovation, especially with GenAI, to push design boundaries. Committed to fostering a positive, collaborative team atmosphere. Process-rigour mindset, including accurate time-logging, workload planning, and deadline discipline

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Strong portfolio of digital design within the retail or FMCG sector A portfolio demonstrating an understanding of digital media formats and responsive design Able to work onsite in Kingston Agency or marketing experience up to midweight level

Perks & Benefits

As well as the more standard benefits of holiday, pension, subsidised private medical insurance, life assurance and group income protection we offer:

Three 'Time Well Taken' days throughout the year where we switch off collectively with our MWG UK partner agencies A hybrid way of working with one days a week in the Kingston office Access to on-site massages, haircuts and manicures as well as cuddles from furry friends (we're a dog friendly office) Free onsite breakfast, snacks and drinks with regular 'Lounge Nights' in the office rooftop social space Monthly agency get togethers focused around moment's that matter. Lots of tools to help us grow from SPARK (our internal L&D platform) to LinkedIn Learning, as well as external partnerships with NABS and the IPA Your birthday off - because who wants to work on their birthday? A Cycle to Work scheme and facilities including showers and hair styling appliances Discounts with partners such as Eataly, Merlin and cinemas as well as access to independent financial advice



Our commitment to equal opportunities;


For us diversity is a business imperative - one that must be embedded into every into every aspect of how we operate in order to drive success. Simply put, we believe an encouraging and inclusive environment makes sound business sense. As a globally integrated community that influences and shapes culture, it's vital that the talent mix in out agencies encompasses all dimensions of diversity, and that we demand the same of the people we work with.


Conscious inclusion encompasses social, cultural and cognitive differences and cultivates an ethos of belonging and shared purpose. It is the integration of this philosophy that allows us to create meaningful experiences for our employees, drive better business practices without vendors and clients, and ultimately lead with purpose.


McCann is a disability confident committed employer and will guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets the minimum criteria for this role, so please do let us know when you apply if you are eligible, along with any adjustments you may need to the recruitment process to enable you to perform at your best. For more information, please contact kat.denham@mccann.com







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