Graphic Designer

About us: Ahmedabad University is a private, non-profit University that offers students a liberal education with a focus on research-driven and project-based learning. https://www.ahduni.edu.in/

Role Summary:

• A creative mindset for storytelling through aesthetic imagery and copywriting to inspire, inform and educate internal and external stakeholders.
• In a critical role in the Communications department, the candidate would be required to work closely with the Vice-Chancellor and other stakeholders to develop designs for print (brochures, reports, posters) and digital (emailers, banners, infographics, illustrations), as well as internal branding solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop print/digital graphics in accordance with the University’s requirements and brief.
• Work on various media and contribute to design needs for website, reports, signage, marketing, etc.
• Develop Ahmedabad University brand identity for internal & external stakeholders
• Unify and evaluate communication material from various schools and centres under Ahmedabad University
• Archiving of photographs and other design materials

Take decisions on all print production, materials and finishes in liaison with University staff and vendors

Key Skills:

• Good photography and photo editing. Motion graphics and video editing skills
• Flexibility to work in alliance with various departments of the University on multiple projects and constructively incorporate their inputs
• Excellent grammar and communication skills to work closely with the University content writer
• Extensive knowledge of print production and the ability to deal with various vendors
• Should be able to take the Design from digital platforms to the execution stage
• Understanding of various formats, keeping function over form
• Ability to deliver under pressure with quick turnaround time
• Detail-oriented and valuing sincere perseverance.
• Should be skilled in Adobe After Effects
• A passionate team worker with an inclination towards the cause of higher education

Qualification:

• Education in Web / Graphic / Multimedia Design, Fine Arts, Communications, or related discipline with a design background is desirable. Candidates from reputed institutes will be preferred.
• Sound knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Adobe After Effects.
• Candidates with 3 to 4 years of relevant design experience will be preferred, and freshers may apply.

Candidates will be required to share their portfolios on celine.vinod@ahduni.edu.in