Designer

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Who We Are:
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world.
Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration.
With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.

Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology.
We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

VML Wellington is a new-fashioned agency with a strong, independent Wellington culture and a connection to one of the fastest-growing and innovative global networks in VML.
We are a large fully integrated creative, media and production team located in central Wellington and have an amazing group of clients we get to collaborate with to make a meaningful difference to the lives of New Zealanders.

Our team is made up of people who care about doing meaningful work, are open to different ideas and who love finding new ways of doing things.

YOUR ROLE IN A NUTSHELL The Designer is responsible for working with the Creative Teams to bring ideas to life visually.
You will join a high performing team, led by the Creative Director, who will be champions of your work and personal development.
The work will be diverse, from branding and visual identity projects to advertising and packaging design.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES In order for our business to work, you will be required to spend time on certain areas of the business.
Your key responsibilities are as follows:
Work on multiple design and technical initiatives.
Work closely with the account service and creative teams to understand the client's needs and visually elevate the brand.
Ensure integration of brand and design consistency on all projects.
Develop a deep knowledge of your clients' business and brand, including an understanding of their marketing challenges, business objectives and the role of 'ideas' in achieving those.
Responsible for the design of a diverse range of graphic, print, and digital media collateral.
This includes in-store rollout shopper materials, on-pack design, storyboard design, and much more.
Pro-actively contribute to ideas and to the creative process.
Provide interactive initiatives amongst wider agency staff (you'll be the bridge between creative and our design studio).
Report to the Creative Director and/or Art Director for design oversight on each brief.
Be deadline-oriented and have the ability to work at a fast pace.
Action design feedback promptly in line with the Design Leads' requests.
Skills in Finished Art and Retouching are a bonus.

Required Experience/Skills/Capabilities

Proficient in Adobe Creative and Microsoft suites.
Strong understanding of print and digital design process and its required outputs.
Solid conceptual and design ability with comprehensive multimedia knowledge.
Excellent communication, prioritisation, and presentation skills.
Good understanding in new media design trends.
Strong project management skills in a fast-paced environment with multiple, changing priorities.
High attention to detail.
Able to ask strategic and logical questions to gain a full understanding of client needs and account service requests.
Ability to identify issues and make decisions accordingly Ability to work independently and take the lead on more complex creative design projects/assignments.
Illustration skills are highly desired.

COMPETENCIES 5 years as a conceptual Designer in Advertising, Marketing, Multimedia, or related field.

VML AUNZ HIGHLIGHTS There are many things that make VML an awesome place to work, but we think there are a few worth mentioning:
Summer Days - 5 paid afternoons off each year during daylight savings time.
Birthday Leave - a paid day off to celebrate your Birthday each year.
Loyalty Leave - a paid day off each year to celebrate your work anniversary.
Employee Assistance Program access 24/7 support.
Mental Health Support.
LinkedIn Learning access for all employees.
Foundation Day - the anniversary of our establishment where every employee works together to give back to the community.
PerkSPACE - a dedicated platform for employee benefits that help you save, grow and generously make life easier.
Parental Leave Policies.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection.
That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week.
If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics.
We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

VML is a WPP Agency.
For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram,LinkedIn, andX.

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Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries Advertising Services
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