Graphic Design Specialist (2 years contract)
Marketing, Media & Creative · Creative Arts & Fashion · Graphic Design
In short
IKEA is seeking a creative Graphic Design Specialist for a 2-year contract in Bucharest. This role involves using design software to strengthen the IKEA brand identity in store communications, contributing to business growth and profitability. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in graphic design, proficiency in relevant software, and a strong understanding of visual and verbal identity principles.
Responsibilities
- Use graphic communication competence to strengthen the uniqueness and consistency of the IKEA identity in store communication.
- Apply principles of IKEA visual and verbal identity.
- Contribute to the department action plan with initiatives that grow the business and support long-term profitability.
- Plan, implement and evaluate store communication to ensure it conveys the benefits of the IKEA Concept and enhances range presentation.
- Develop and implement store communication strategies that support a convenient shopping experience.
- Respect routines, work with the Communication & Interior Design team and other functions, and act quickly to exploit commercial opportunities.
- Ensure visual balance, consistency, quality, simplicity, cost-efficiency, and sustainability in producing and implementing store communication.
- Minimize disruption when working on the shop floor.
Requirements
- Proficiency and extensive experience in using production tools and graphic design software like InDesign and Illustrator, Premier Pro and After Effects.
- Education in graphic communication design, media and typography.
- Between 3-5 years of experience in Graphic design.
- Ability to combine and identify commercial, aesthetic and practical skills.
- Confident in approaching and communicating clearly with different people in various situations.
- Ability to work together with others in a team.
- Practical hands-on approach to work.
- Ability to prioritize and organize own work to make the most efficient use of available time and meet agreed deadlines.
- Ability to visualize and present ideas.
- Desire to seek out opportunities that improve the way we work, thereby minimizing financial and environmental costs.
- Basic communication skills in English.
- Good verbal & written skills in Romanian language.
Desired Qualifications
- Understanding of life at home and shopping behavior in the local market.
Benefits
- 2 years contract based on project need.
- Unique IKEA culture that inspires, challenges, and empowers.
- Opportunities to grow with a wide offer of development activities and internal mobility.
- Private medical subscription and life insurance.
- 24/7 support from external experts for work, personal, emotional, legal, or financial issues.
- One IKEA Bonus performance-driven bonus program.
- Annual holiday voucher.
- Discounts on IKEA products.
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