Bearded Kitten | Graphic Designer

JOB ROLE: Graphic Designer (Entry-Level)

SALARY: £25 – 30k per annum

TYPE: Permanent, Full Time.

DEPARTMENT: Design

LOCATION: 5 Hancock Road, London E3 3DA | Hybrid

REPORTS TO: Senior Graphic Designer

THE COMPANY

Bearded Kitten is a global creative experience agency with a portfolio of award-winning work. Our mission is clear: to fearlessly champion fun and create the unforgettable. Don’t be deceived by our quirky name – Bearded Kitten is the real deal. From large scale brand experiences to cultural launch events, from building immersive worlds to conferences and employee engagement initiatives – we cover it all.

It’s an exciting time to be a Kitten, in the past year the company has grown rapidly and we’ve worked with some of the world’s biggest brands. With an ever growing client base across the UK and beyond – this is an opportunity to join a fast paced, innovative team.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Graphic Designer (Entry-Level) to join our innovative and fast-paced creative team. Under the mentorship of the Senior Graphic Designer, you’ll work alongside experienced designers to produce compelling visual assets for pitches, marketing materials, live events, and internal projects. You will help shape the visual identity of brands across sectors like Retail, Hospitality, Brand Activations, Events, and Immersive Theatre, and will have the opportunity to influence the design direction from the ground up.

We’re looking for someone who is not only passionate about design but also brings a fresh perspective to the table. We want someone who’s plugged into current trends, has their finger on the pulse of culture, and can help us stay ahead of the curve. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to grow, learn, and experiment in a collaborative and creative environment. We invest in training and development, ensuring you have the support you need to grow within the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in interpreting creative briefs and contributing original design ideas that meet the project’s vision and goals.
• Work across a variety of brand identities and campaigns, ensuring designs are on-trend and visually striking, while adhering to brand guidelines.
• Support the creation of mood boards, animations, and other visual assets for pitches, presentations, and proposals that push creative boundaries.
• Assist with print design, from concept to production, ensuring accurate artwork delivery and suggesting impactful print materials.
• Adapt existing designs for various formats, ensuring consistency across different media types and optimising designs for maximum impact.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring clear and timely communication of design revisions.
• Help create digital and print collateral for Bearded Kitten’s website and social media channels, bringing your fresh perspective to every project.
• Contribute to the maintenance of Bearded Kitten’s brand guidelines, ensuring consistency in design across all internal and external materials.
• Organise and maintain our asset library, ensuring resources like images and animations are appropriately categorised and easily accessible.
• Manage project files using Google Workspace, following file naming conventions & versioning protocols.
• Stay inspired and nurture your creativity by exploring new exhibitions, cultural events, and digital trends.
• Keep up with emerging design technologies, trends, and cultural happenings, helping the team stay ahead of industry shifts and influences.
• Take on additional design tasks and projects as needed, continuously growing your skills and knowledge within the company.

KEY SKILLS

Hard Skills

• Strong graphic design skills, with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience using Google Suite (Google Slides, Google Docs, etc.) to create presentations and collaborate on documents.
• Familiarity with or a desire to learn Adobe Creative Suite tools for motion graphics (After Effects, Premiere Pro).
• Basic understanding of Figma or willingness to learn this tool for collaborative design work.
• Basic animation skills or a strong interest in developing these skills.
• Solid understanding of design principles like typography, colour theory, layout, and hierarchy.
• Ability to work across multiple media types, including print, social media, digital, video, and animation.
• A keen eye for detail, ensuring all design work is polished and of the highest quality.

Soft Skills

• Passionate about design with an understanding of current cultural trends, digital trends, and pop culture.
• Eagerness to work on a variety of projects and adapt quickly to different creative challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with team members and stakeholders effectively.
• A proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow as part of a supportive team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and handle pressure.
• Creative problem-solving abilities with an eye for innovation and originality.
• A genuine curiosity to explore new trends, technology, and creative developments in the design world.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

• 25 days paid holiday, plus Bank Holidays. 1 additional day added per year of service up to 5 days.
• Approximately five additional days off over the Christmas/New Year period.
• Hybrid working. Minimum 3 days from the office, compulsory office day on Wednesdays.
• Flexi-time policy.
• Generous overtime policy.
• Discretionary end of year bonus scheme.
• New Business Incentive Scheme from day one.
• Employee Referral Incentive Policy from day one.
• Sabbatical Scheme available after three years of service.
• Work mobile and/or eSim and work laptop.
• Employee assistance programme with free access to mental health resources.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave policy after 1 year of full service. 3 months full pay including statutory for lead carer or 1 month full pay including statutory for second carer.
• Monthly team socials, plus an annual team offsite with overnight stay.
• Free use of BK equipment; workshop, tools, rehearsal space etc for personal use.
• Employee loan agreements offered for personal equipment.
• Season ticket loans offered.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Guaranteed hilarity and nonsense on a daily basis.