Designer (Motion & Graphic)

WHY DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Designer is an imperative part of the DEPT® Barbados team and helps to provide support to various clients and projects. You work with a large team and are ready to contribute by doing whatever it takes to meet and exceed the client's needs. This includes bringing as much enthusiasm for production, repurposing, resizing, and rethinking design systems as you do for crafting new ones. You are design-focused, detail-oriented, excellent at collaborating and multitasking, with strong experience in visual design and eager to be part of a team that makes things come to life. 

This special someone will be involved in design, digital experience, eCommerce, and lifestyle content to create experiences that deeply connect with people. You will be responsible for animating and editing videos to bring a story to life through 2D motion design and editing. You possess strong design intuition and want to continue to learn, grow, and challenge yourself. 

In your role, you will report to the Design Lead, who will drive the strategy and direction for the creative team. You will support the strategic goals of the company by focusing on the success of these activities and assisting with meeting the short and long-term objectives of the organization.

• Contribute to various large-scale digital projects including social media, websites, branding, content, campaigns, and more

• Deliver assets based on the specifications in briefs

• Concept and iterate on different ways to bring the story to life

• Create Motion Design assets 

• Create style frames, proof of concepts, and more importantly great ideas

• Find ways to bring your work to life through motion design or high-fidelity prototypes

• Work with the team and client to build, refine, and deliver world-class animation

• Progress yourself as well as the projects you work on

• Solving challenges through proactive problem-solving

• Seek simplicity and useability in everything you make

• Maintain consistency across all pieces of communication from the product to presentation

• Present and articulate your thinking and intention behind your work to the team and clients

• Take on other duties and responsibilities as assigned 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Strong knowledge of visual design, user-centered experience design, interaction design, brand development, and the creative process

• A keen eye for balance, spacing and the relationship between objects within a layout

• A love for typography, interaction, traditional graphic design, and technology

• Comfortable designing for social-first experiences

• Able to execute work in support of Seniors and Leads, but also can run with explorations

• A solid point-of-view, empathetic, collaborative nature

• Naturally curious with an entrepreneurial and independent spirit

• A diverse sense of taste with the knowledge necessary to apply to various challenges.

• Passion for lifestyle, fashion, entertainment, and technology.

QUALITIES:

• Approach your work with flexibility.

• Contribute with a positive attitude.

• Listen with an open mind and understand the feedback being delivered.

• You are curious and have a strong point of view of what works and why.

• Work with a sense of urgency.

• Display tact, diplomacy, common sense and maturity in interacting with people at all levels.

• Live and breathe popular culture and digital spaces.

• Maintain your own ideas about what works, what doesn’t and why.
  

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Graphic Design, or related discipline

• Four or more years of professional Design experience, with solid portfolio of work

• Exceptional graphic and motion design skills

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (AI,PS,AE,PR)

• Experience in 3D software is an asset

• Ability to work independently or with a team to meet deadlines

• Excellent organizational skills and multitasking ability

• Keen eye for detail and appreciation of great design

WHAT YOU WILL GET:

• A competitive salary.

• Hybrid working.

• Learning & development.

• Amazing clients to work with.

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. 

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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