Overview
Cordros Capital Limited is a leading financial services group in African markets with a reputation for wealth creation. We are licensed as Brokers/Dealers and Issuing House by the Securities & Exchange Commission and the Nigerian Stock Exchange. Cordros offers a broad range of services to a diversified client base which includes private clients, small businesses, financial institutions, corporations and governments.
Job Position: Graphics Designer
Job Location: Lagos
Job Purpose
- Cordros Capital Limited needs a talented graphic designer who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media.
- The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable.
- Collaborating with multiple teams across the company, the graphic designer should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects.
- The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of branding and marketing, and be able to find the right style and layout for every project.
Objectives of this role
- Update and maintain internal databases for designs, photography, and video.
- Work on a wide range of projects and media, using various software programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals.
- Examine existing processes, identify flaws, and create solutions that improve design capabilities.
- Work independently as well as cooperatively with marketing team to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and schedule project implementation based on workload, which may include five or more simultaneous projects.
- Obtain input from managers to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company or client appropriately.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop concepts by hand or with software, and execute original content by determining the ideal usage of color, text, font style, imagery, and layout
- Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with multiple teams on a wide range of materials that may include product illustrations, logos, web pages, presentations, programming collateral, signage, internal communications, newsletters, and marketing materials
- Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity
- Liaising with external printers or production teams to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed or presented to the highest quality.
- Handling of all photography and videography needs of the group
- Support Function for Social Media Management.
- Any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by Management.
Job Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Arts, Design, Communications, or related field.
Experience:
- You have prior experience as a Graphic Designer as well as a strong portfolio of related projects
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in same or similar role.
- Language requirement: English
Key Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge:
The incumbent must have proficiency knowledge in the following areas:
- You possess a good knowledge of design tools such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Corel Draw, InDesign.
- Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, and the web
- Knowledge of WordPress and content management systems.
Skills:
The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:
- You pay strong attention to detail and have a keen eye for esthetics
- You have excellent communication skills and can clearly articulate your ideas, designs, and suggestions
- You are a strong team player who can collaborate effectively with different stakeholders
- Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- You have the ability to create motion graphics.
Behavioral Attributes:
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Expected to display an appreciable measure of emotional intelligence.
- Customer Focused and Oriented.
- Results Driven.
- Problem Solver and Solutions Oriented.
- High level of agility and adaptability.
Working Relationships:
Internal:
- Business Heads and Head of departments of Cordros Capital and its subsidiaries.
External:
- Print and Media Vendors, Advertising agencies,
Work Cycle: Hours / Days the incumbent is required to work
- Monday – Friday (8am – 5pm)
- Flexible working schedule is also available i.e remote work.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online