Graphic Communication Assistant

Description:

• IKEA Brighton are looking to welcome a Graphic Communication Assistant to join our new store team! In IKEA we call this a graphic communication co-worker. Join our new IKEA store in Brighton! We're seeking a talented Graphic Communication Assistant to support the creation of visual content for our digital and print media. You'll collaborate with our marketing and design teams to develop engaging materials that reflect IKEA's brand identity. If this sounds like your ideal role, please apply and join our wonderful everyday! WHAT WE OFFER
• • The Start Date of employment will be 26th May 2025.
  • Starting salary of £27,772.62 per annum, based on competence and experience.
  • 39 Hours working 5 days per week, including alternate weekends and minimum one evening shift per week.
  • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
• WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.
• • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
  • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
  • Season Ticket Transport Loan - We care about the planet and encourage sustainable commuting to our stores with a 15% subsidised transport loan of your annual transport fare.
  • End-of-year gift – As a thank you in December every Co-worker receives a gift!
• ..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310#bc37fdd0-4ea1-11ec-94a5-4b383d67a8f9 WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
• • Education in graphic communication design, media and typography. Computer proficient with knowledge and experience of using graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite) and production tools. Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro is beneficial, but not essential.
  • You are excited about home furnishings, design and how people live, and have the ability to generate new ideas to inspire our customers.
  • Proven ability to prioritise and organise your workload in order to make the most efficient use of available time and meet agreed goals and deadlines.
  • Clear communication with the ability to explain concepts verbally and with visual interpretation.
  • You have a practical hands-on approach, feeling at ease working with various hand tools and comfortable working at heights.
• WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
• • Use graphic communication competence to strengthen the uniqueness and consistency of the IKEA identity in store communication by applying the principles of IKEA visual and verbal identity, agree and action plans in close co-operation with stakeholders.
  • Plan, implement and evaluate store communication to ensure that it conveys the benefits of the IKEA Concept as well as completes and enhances range presentation by using proven solutions, best practices, guidelines and national directions.
  • Respect routines and responsibilities, work together with the stakeholders in the store, act quickly to capitalise on commercial opportunities and understand the impact of your actions on the financial results.
  • Stay up to date with knowledge about home furnishing, communication and retail design trends to follow creative directions that inspire and surprise store visitors through the IKEA visual and verbal identity.
  • The role involves engaging in physical work and managing and prioritising your workload, utilising various equipment such as a laser printer and vinyl cutter to efficiently complete various tasks.