Koobr are recruiting – Graphic Designer


At Koobr, we’re always on the lookout for great talent, people who share our vision in achieving the very best for our company and our clients. We’re really proud of the team we have built over the years and right now we are looking to add another valued member to our band of Creative Revolutionaries.

Fast-growing, Derby-based creative agency Koobr are looking for an enthusiastic, talented ‘Creative Revolutionary’ to join their team.

A creative person that lives and breathes design to the point of obsession!

Someone who understands that there is more to graphic design than making something look pretty – method behind the madness. A visual storyteller who creates designs that engage, inform, inspire and motivate.

This is your chance to become a valued part of an innovative, well respected Derby-based creative agency, making a real difference to the organisation and our clients.

You’ll be a bright spark with ambition to conquer the world!

The work that you undertake will be exciting varied, including branding, graphic design, web design, digital marketing graphics, illustration, storyboarding and much more.

We believe in a commitment to quality, as well as to our customers. We are leading the revolution on creativity, innovating in everything we do.

Full training on any software or processes that you are not already familiar with, will be given.

In return for your expertise, we are offering a competitive salary and the chance of a permanent role for the right candidate.

Join the creative revolution by emailing your application, including your CV to hello@koobr.com

About Koobr

“Relentless in our pursuit of creativity and innovation, to make a positive change for our customers, team and the wider community.”

Koobr is considered, by many, as one of the East Midlands’ leading creative agencies.

We specialise in brand development, graphic design, web design and development, digital marketing and other marketing-related services.

We pride ourselves on how closely we work with our customers, truly getting to know them and their business, as their dedicated marketing department – supporting with ongoing strategy, creative and technical delivery, reporting and results.

We are the creative revolution, we are Koobr!

A creative person that lives and breathes design to the point of obsession!

Duties include:

  • Branding, including logo design, theme development, assisting with concepts and messaging as part of the project team
  • Graphic design for print – brochures, adverts, leaflets, banners etc
  • Web design – user experience, brand interpretation, conversion optimisation, best practice, (programming skills are not required but would be useful)
  • Graphic design for animation and video (actual animation skills are not required but would be useful)
  • Digital marketing graphics including social media and display adverts
  • Researching competitors and target markets
  • Client meetings and needs analysis
  • Assisting with the creation and delivery of presentations
  • Answering the phone, taking messages and dealing with enquiries
  • Liaising with new and existing customers, establishing a relationship to anticipate and respond to their needs
  • Develop an understanding of other areas of the business and peoples roles and responsibilities
  • Liaising with and assisting other team members on projects
  • Assisting with the creation of quotes, proposals and tender responses
  • Any other duties that the business requires

The ideal candidate:

  • A graduate with a degree in graphic design, visual communication or similar
  • Well presented, confident and easy to get on with
  • This person must be highly creative and self-motivated, with a ‘can do’ attitude. Capable of working to tight deadlines whilst being productive with designs that meet the client’s brief
  • Excellent branding, typography and layout skills are a must
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating a diverse ability that can easily transfer to commercial projects
  • Whilst it is not essential that you have web design experience, if you are able to demonstrate skills in this area, it may aid your application as this is a large part of what Koobr do as an organisation
  • Whilst not essential, experience with motion graphics and animation would be useful
  • Knowledge and experience of preparing documents for print
  • A willingness to assist all team members with their tasks if required
  • Competency with computer programs including Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office is an essential part of the role
  • Keen to learn new skills associated with design and marketing related activities
  • A passion for offering great customer service. The most important thing when working at Koobr
  • Keeping up with the latest trends and techniques
  • Continuing with self-initiated learning in your spare time
  • Clear communication skills (written, face-to-face and over the phone), with the ability to manage expectations
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Strong research and problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Strong computer literacy and excellent ability to learn new IT systems
  • Experience in conducting face-to-face client meetings and presenting to potential clients would be an advantage, we will be including you in client meetings from day one
  • Take full ownership of any tasks that they are allocated, caring about the outcome and taking responsibility for their own quality control

Koobr company values:

For Koobr it is essential that the candidate that we take on shares our company values:

Extreme ownership

“That’s not my job” does not exist at Koobr. We take full ownership of any task, project or customer and see things through to completion, truly caring about the outcome. Even after the relay baton has been passed on, we dedicate ourselves to ensuring a project reaches the finish line. The whole team is fully invested in the success of Koobr and its clients.

Service that surpasses

We work closely with our customers to produce outstanding work – truly getting to know their business and becoming a dedicated part of their team. We want to be remembered and recommended for our attention to detail and outstanding customer service. Maintaining a strong and successful relationship with customers is one of the most important things to Koobr.

Olympic team spirit

Just like Olympic athletes, we always strive to better ourselves and become the best we can be at our chosen specialisms. Equally, we inspire greatness in others and lead by example when it comes to team spirit. We look out for each other, celebrating the good times and offering unwavering support when facing challenges.

Make a positive difference

When it comes to how we operate as a team and a business, we always consider the wider impact it will have. We approach every challenge with an optimistic mindset and ask ourselves whether our actions will make a positive difference. We apply this to everything we do, from customer care and teamwork to supporting charities in the wider community.

#koobrdifference

Join the revolution now!

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join our fast growing company, so please spread the word and help us get the message out there.

All applications including CV to: hello@koobr.com

For further queries about this position, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Polite note – please no recruitment agency contact.

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