Vehicle Wrap Designer

Location: Hamilton, Scotland

About Us: CubeWraps are a premier commercial vehicle wrapping company based in Hamilton, Scotland. We are known for our innovative designs, award-winning craftsmanship, and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Our mission is to transform ordinary vehicles into extraordinary moving billboards that capture attention and elevate brands. To help us continue delivering cutting-edge designs, we are seeking a highly skilled and creative Vehicle Wrap Designer to join our team.

Position Overview: As a Vehicle Wrap Designer at CubeWraps, you will be at the forefront of our creative process, responsible for conceptualising and executing bold, eye-catching designs for a wide range of vehicles. Your creativity and technical expertise will play a crucial role in transforming our clients' visions into striking, high-impact wraps that stand out on the road. This role requires a deep understanding of design principles, extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Adobe Illustrator, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of vehicle design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Design Development:

• Conceptualise and design custom vehicle wraps that align with client branding and marketing objectives.
• Develop unique, innovative designs that make vehicles stand out and effectively communicate the client's message.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their vision, brand identity, and design preferences, ensuring their expectations are met or exceeded.

• Create detailed, accurate vehicle wrap designs using Adobe Illustrator, ensuring designs fit precisely to the contours and dimensions of various vehicles.
• Work with vehicle templates to ensure all graphics are correctly scaled and positioned for an optimal final appearance.
• Prepare final design files for production, ensuring they are ready for large-format printing with correct colour profiles, resolution, and bleed.

• Engage directly with clients to present design concepts, gather feedback, and make necessary revisions.
• Provide expert advice on design possibilities and constraints, helping clients make informed decisions about their vehicle wrap designs.

• Maintain high standards of design quality, ensuring all work is thoroughly reviewed for accuracy, alignment, and visual impact before production.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, materials, and techniques to continuously improve the quality and creativity of our designs.

• Keep abreast of the latest trends in vehicle wrap design, graphics, and marketing to inspire fresh, innovative concepts.
• Experiment with new design ideas, materials, and techniques to push the creative boundaries of vehicle wrapping.

• Work closely with the print and installation teams to ensure designs are practically feasible and that the final wrap matches the original design intent.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional materials showcasing your design work, including social media content and portfolio pieces.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Extensive Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite:

• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, with strong skills in vector design and preparation for large-format printing.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop for complementary design tasks, such as image manipulation and mock-ups.

• Strong creative vision with the ability to translate client ideas into visually compelling vehicle wraps.
• Exceptional design skills with a keen eye for colour, typography, and layout.

• In-depth understanding of vehicle wrap design requirements, including file preparation, colour management, and template usage.
• Familiarity with the unique challenges of designing for different vehicle types, ensuring a seamless and professional final product.

• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring all designs are accurate and visually aligned before production.
• Ability to spot and correct any potential design issues during the conceptualisation and preparation phases.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design concepts and collaborate effectively with clients and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Wrap Designer or in a similar role within the signage or large-format printing industry.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a range of vehicle wrap designs and other large-format graphic projects.
• Experience working with vehicle templates and the intricacies of designing for various vehicle shapes and sizes.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• An opportunity to work within an innovative and creative team environment.
• A platform to showcase your design talents on a wide range of high-profile vehicle wrapping projects.
• Ongoing professional development and the chance to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

How to Apply:

If you are a passionate and creative designer with the skills to bring bold and innovative vehicle wrap designs to life, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV, portfolio, and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for CubeWraps. PLEASE NOTE that portfolio is essential without this your application will not be considered.

Join CubeWraps and let your creativity drive the future of vehicle design!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £35,000.00 per year

Additional pay: Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education: Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience: Graphic design: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person