Web Designer - UI/UX

About usdmg events is an international exhibition and publishing company. We attract more than 425,000 visitors to our global portfolio of 80 exhibitions each year. Through our global events, our aim is simple. We want to accelerate business through face-to-face events, which is why we work so hard to bring people together, creating opportunities for them to network, learn and do business. dmg events is part of the Daily Mail Group Trust (DMGT). DMGT Manages a diverse, multinational portfolio of companies with total revenues of £2bn, that provide businesses and consumers with compelling information, analysis, insight, events, news and entertainment.

Role Summary

We are looking for a creative Web Designer with a blend of web design, graphic design, video and front-end web development experience. You will need to have an up-to-date understanding of design techniques and technology that will help to keep our multiple and growing number of brands fresh and exciting.  You will also be working with other talented designers to create stunning designs that delight company stakeholders!

Job Description

• Conceptualizing creative ideas with the project teams and stakeholders.
• Illustrating design ideas using storyboards, process flows and sitemaps.
• Develop user journeys, wireframes, interfaces, and prototypes for web, email, and other digital products, prioritizing usability and a seamless user experience.
• Create compelling, high-quality marketing promotional videos.
• Continuously iterate on solutions to understand user challenges, redefine problems, and deliver the best possible user experience.
• Consistently follow design and branding guidelines, standards, and best practices for all design mediums.

Requirements

• 2 - 4 years of experience in UI/UX Design, motion graphics, web coding and animations.
• Understanding of UI/UX design and good visual design sense.
• Proven ability to use digital design editing software like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign for design creation and editing. Experience in Figma would an advantage.
• Experience in front end coding languages (HTML5 & CSS) and coding software like Adobe Dreamweaver.
• Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio.
• Experience with digital video technology and motion graphics software like Premier pro and Adobe After Effects.
• Continuously monitoring industry trends, technologies, and standards.
• Ability to multi-task, react quickly to shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, confident and with a positive 'can-do' attitude.
• A portfolio representing your work/teams work is required

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication skills.
• Time management and organization skills.
• Ability to oversee and handle multiple projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Self-motivated, innovative and creative.
• Good team working ethics.

Good to have

• Design and prototype in Figma.
• Build email templates in Emarsys.
• Implement interactive web features using JavaScript/jQuery.
• Experience in working with WordPress websites.
• Basic SEO knowledge.

Benefits

• Very collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to work with teams based regionally and internationally.

 

'Please take the time to read the job description, you must meet all the criteria set out above for your application to be considered. We do check all applications and suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 days. If you are not contacted by us within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time.'

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