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Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.
Job Description
FAN EXPO HQis the largest pop-culture event producer in world. Our mission is to deliver the ultimate fan experience through our growing portfolio of events, which includes MEGACON Orlando, FAN EXPO Dallas, FAN EXPO Boston, FAN EXPO Denver, FAN EXPO San Francisco, FAN EXPO Canada, Calgary Comics & Entertainment Expo, FAN EXPO Vancouver, FAN EXPO Chicago, FAN EXPO New Orleans, FAN EXPO Philadelphia, FAN EXPO Cleveland, FAN EXPO Portland, Toronto Comicon, and more.
FAN EXPO HQ is a division of Informa, the world’s leading events company, and together we create opportunities for fans to explore and celebrate all things pop-culture, through operational excellence, fandom expertise, and out-of-this-world content.
Ready to embark on a new and exciting adventure? Read on.
The graphic designer will support all design needs for FAN EXPO including, advertisements, event branding, newsletters, social media graphics, sales kits, and web design. The candidates must be highly proactive and willing to take on the responsibility for developing this position into one that extends beyond just the completion of assigned projects. This position requires someone eager to understand the pop culture industry and fans.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for adhering to FAN EXPO HQ and other branding standards while creating effective, dynamic and well thought-out deliverables
- Partner with the creative services team and departments to generate breakthrough concepts that meet and exceed the requirements of the creative brief
- 3+ years of experience using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects
- Experience with print production and with file preparation for CMYK output
- Experience with designing motion graphics for digital initiatives, including video
- Must be able to facilitate the creative development of new projects from start to finish
- Will be required to consult with senior stakeholders on design, communications and digital solutions
- Provide quality assurance for all creative deliverables
- Develop project timelines and manage work under strict deadlines
- Research and stay abreast of current design trends and new technologies
- Will be required to handle production responsibilities with outside vendors
Qualifications
- BA or BS degree in Graphics Design, Graphics Art, Communication Arts
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in related graphic position
- Experience translating complex concepts, as communicated by the client, into compelling marketing pieces
- Excellent presentation, interpersonal, customer support, and collaboration skills
- Excellent planning, multi-tasking and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines
Essential Skills
- InDesign
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- After Effects
- Excellent Photo Editing Skills
- Strong attention to detail
Additional Information
Why work at Informa
We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say atLifeAt.Informa.com
Our benefits include:
- Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
- Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
- Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
- Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
- Learning and development plan to assist with your career development
- 10days PTO
- Competitive Benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Work with a high quality of specialist products and service
- Bright and friendly staff who are all “expert’s experts” and additional training and development for helping you achieve your career aspiration
- As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world
We know that sometimes the ‘perfect candidate’ doesn’t exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don’t fit all the requirements. If you’re excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we’re looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.
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