Layout Designer
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Job Overview

Our design team is looking for a creative and passionate candidate to join us as a Layout Designer.

You are responsible for creating attractive layouts for various sources such as pages, screens, etc. You should be working in collaboration with Artist, Graphic Designer, and other team members.

To be successful in this job role, you should ensure that the text and images in the final design are readable and balanced. You should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with a great attention to detail.

If you are capable of developing aesthetically pleasing designs, then write to us today. 

Responsibilities

• Understanding the design requirements.

• Planning budget limitations.

• Developing prototypes and presenting ideas.

• Attending brainstorming sessions for innovative ideas and concepts.

• Framing page elements, which include text and images.

• Ensuring proper spacing and arrangement of text.

• Using fitting font size and style.

• Making use of appropriate color schemes.

• Altering the images to improve the overall look of the design.

• Proofreading the text in the design.

• Taking feedback from the team members.

• Making changes to the design.

• Producing final design with the help of the Creative Director.

• Performing tests on various devices for resolutions.

• Ensuring the design speaks visually.

• Assisting the Junior Artist in creating the templates.

• Presenting the final design to the stakeholders.

• Maintaining a healthy relationship with the clients.

• Staying updated with the latest trends in designing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Design or a related field.

• Proven work experience as a Layout Designer or a similar position in the Design industry.

• A strong portfolio of layouts and designs will be mandatory.

• Excellent ability to explain technical concepts.

• Proficiency in layout and design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and others.

• Phenomenal artistic abilities.

• Ability to work in teams as well as independently.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Outstanding knowledge of typography and composition.

• Good proofreading skills.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Knowledge and understanding of analog layout techniques.

• Ability to maintain a positive work environment.

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

• A keen eye for detail for accuracy.