Summary
Date Posted: Friday, October 28, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
br/>RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and design concepts, graphics and layouts, including making decisions about fonts, images, readability and readers’ needs with Ubongo brand consistency
• Determining size and arrangement of copy and illustrative material, as well as font style and size.
• Preparing rough drafts of material based on an agreed brief.
• Keeping the team up to date, listening to and acting on feedback, and explaining the rationale behind graphic design decisions.
• Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements if required.
• Keeping up to date with design and software trends.
• Liaising with external printers or production teams to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed or presented to the highest quality.
• Work directly with Creative Marketing Manager to develop visual concepts

REQUIREMENTS:
• Broad knowledge of design principles and experience as a graphic designer with evidence of work.
• Excellent graphic design skills, with the ability to refine designs with illustration software in accordance with our brand.
• Ability to digitally illustrate drawings from scratch isn’t a requirement but definitely a BONUS.
• Great time management and are a skilled task juggler. There is a LOT going on at Ubongo, and your job is to keep up with the demands!
• Great written and oral communication skills in English and Kiswahili
• Tech-savvy and able to quickly figure out new software and systems. We use a huge range of different cloud-based programs to collaborate and streamline our work, including Slack, G Suite, Creative Cloud, Asana and others.
• Good listening skills and can deal with ambiguity and are able to figure things out for yourself.
• The ability to work independently and to think on your feet.
• Experience creating content for a non-profit company and/or social cause is a plus!
• A love for kids! They’re why we do what we do. Our kids’ music and videos will become part of your life (and constantly stuck in your head).
• Persistence! We have a big goal and have to get things done with limited resources.
• Courage, and are willing to speak up for what’s right, when you see wrong, or when you think there might be a better way.
• ‘UTU’ (a Swahili word for humanity). This implies that you are honest, trustworthy, transparent and conscientious.
• At least 3 years’ experience in visual content, graphic design, advertising and/or creative related field
• Educational Background required Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communications, fine arts or related discipline
• Should be ready to start in as soon as possible
• Advanced experience with Photoshop and Illustrator
• Experience with motion design and animation (not required but preferred)
• Experience with the social networking space, and digital and mobile formats
• Experience with concept creation, style frame creation and storyboarding

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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