Graphic Designer Monday - FridayUp to £40000 (DOE) Hybrid Working Are you a creative and innovative graphic designer looking for an exciting new opportunity? Restaurant Associates is a leading premium hospitality provider with an ethos drawn from our history of fine and high-quality dining in London and New York and we are looking for a talented individual to join our expanding team as an in-house Graphic Designer. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our marketing and branding efforts across our diverse portfolio of venues. You will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to create visually compelling designs that align with our ongoing strategy and resonate with our varied target audiences. Your key responsibilities: Designing marketing collateral including print materials, digital assets, signage, menus, and promotional materials for Restaurant Associates.Developing visual concepts and brand identities for new venue launches and marketing campaigns.Creating engaging content for social media platforms, email newsletters, and website updates.Collaborating with internal and external client marketing teams to ensure consistent branding and messaging across all channels.Supporting on other creative projects such as photography shoots and videographyContributing creative ideas and insights to marketing brainstorming sessions and strategy meetings.Help to elevate the overall standard of design work across our venues.Work on identifying and presenting new creative opportunities for the business.Work closely with venues General Managers and teams to bring to life incoming briefs and manage project workflow.Ability to produce concepts, presentations, and present work with confidence.Share design best practice advice to other marketing professionals from across the wider businessKeeping up to date with, and communicating, the latest design trends and industry innovations.Understand key commercial objectives and reflect these effectively in design work across our venues.Our Ideal Graphic Designer will: Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent qualification in graphic design, visual communication, or related field.Proven experience (3-5 years) working as a designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects across multiple channels.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software including Canva.Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Strong attention to detail, creativity, and ability to translate conceptual ideas into visually appealing designs.Knowledge of typography, colour theory, and visual composition principles.Good knowledge of digital and print best practice.Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.A self-starter who constantly scans new approaches, innovations and opportunities and present these ideas to the team.Excited about food, service and people and has their finger on the pulse of what is current and trending. Previous experience within the hospitality sector is a plus, but not necessary.A personable and can-do individual who has a genuine passion for design.We ensure you\'re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Contributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury\'s, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsPart of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK\'s leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone\'s talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!
