Recently named Charity of the Year by Just Giving Awards 2022, we’re committed to moving further, faster to accelerate change for everyone affected by a brain tumour. Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 in the UK than any other cancer. We know that a cure can’t wait.

Reporting into the Content and Design Manager, you’ll take on a wide range of exciting projects. From helping us to develop our visual identity so it can thrive in a digital world and work on national fundraising and awareness campaigns. Also develop collateral for our digital channels and creating booklets, sub-brands and tool kits.

You’ll bring your creative flair to the role, pushing the boundaries with fresh ideas that align with our cause. With your keen attention to detail, deep understanding of the entire creative process and high standards, you’ll ensure that The Charity’s brand is consistently represented across all materials, both internally and externally. This is a great opportunity to not only showcase your skills but also make a difference in the lives of those we support.

📍Location: While contracted to our office in Fleet, Hampshire, our team supports a blend of office and home working provided you have adequate broadband and IT capability, with an average of 2-3 days in the office each week.

⏰Working hours: This role is 37.5 hours per week, with some out of hours working.

💰Benchmarked salary: c.£39,500 (dependent on level)

You’re the type of person who thrives on challenges, working efficiently whilst maximising every design opportunity. You embrace the chance to think creatively and strategically, showcasing your expertise and laser sharp attention to detail as you grow and take on more responsibility as a designer. Your approach is user-focused and adaptable, excelling at time management, organisation and creative problem solving with strong layout and technical skills.

• Lead the design and development of a wide range of marketing collateral, including posters, leaflets, website and email graphics, and social media assets for various Charity events and campaigns.
• Adapt and apply design concepts across multiple platforms, ensuring a cohesive visual identity.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues from different teams to develop accurate briefs and present compelling design concepts.
• Take ownership of design projects from briefing through to final production, including concept creation, incorporating feedback, presenting ideas, testing, and preparing files for all platforms.
• Innovate by exploring new design ideas, techniques, and methods to elevate the quality and creativity of design outputs.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, meeting high creative standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Source, create and manage visual content, such as photography, illustrations, infographics, and custom graphics.
• Assist in managing The Charity’s photo library, ensuring high-quality photography is easily accessible and well-organised for use across the organisation.
• Support design team administration, including managing equipment like cameras, maintaining the project filing system, and keeping projects updated in Trello.
• Develop the skills of The Charity by providing design basics and content creation training and supporting the Senior Digital Content Officer with photo training.
• Address and fulfil ad-hoc design requests as they arise, ensuring swift and effective delivery.

We encourage you to apply to the role even if you do not meet all of the criteria.

Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Graphic Design, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality design work across various projects.
• Exposure to different types of projects, including print and digital design, branding, marketing collateral, and campaign work.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a variety of design projects that highlight creativity, technical skills, and problem-solving.
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven ability to manage design projects from concept to completion, taking ownership of timelines, revisions, and feedback integration.
• Experience handling multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a high standard of quality.
• Experience working closely with other teams to interpret briefs, deliver design solutions, and contribute to creative strategy.
• A solid grasp of core graphic design principles, including typography, colour theory, composition, and layout.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Experience working within established brand guidelines, as well as adapting designs across a variety of formats and platforms.
• Ability to maintain consistency in design across different channels while keeping work fresh and innovative.
• Strong focus on detail, ensuring all design elements are polished, error-free, and meet the brief’s requirements.
• Ability to clearly communicate design concepts and rationale to both creative and non-creative stakeholders.
• Comfort presenting design work and managing feedback constructively.
• Flexibility in adapting to changing project needs or requirements, with a proactive attitude toward improvement and innovation

*Please note that the responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and this job description may be subject to change as the role evolves over time.

You’ll be joining a collaborative, bold and innovative team of individuals who put our community first and are connected by a passion to make a real difference. 

🏆Our amazing benefits:

• 29 days annual leave (pro-rated for those who are part-time), which increases to 30 days after two years’ service. Three of these days need to be taken between Christmas and New Year.
• Celebrate your work anniversary in true Charity style
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working
• Charity pension
• Wellbeing support including professional counselling
• A personalised on-boarding programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Perkbox – our team discount portal
• Health care vouchers

*Some of these benefits are non-contractual and are subject to change

The Brain Tumour Charity is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals belonging to minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented communities. 

We strive to create a workplace that celebrates diversity and provides equal opportunities for all candidates and we encourage all individuals to apply even if they don’t meet all the criteria.

You can find more about what we're doing to become a diverse organisation here. 

Whilst we'd love to have you on board, we want to be upfront as we’d hate to waste your time applying for a role where we can’t take you on. At the moment, we're unable to offer visa sponsorship for any of our positions. We're currently seeking candidates who are already authorised to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship, who can remain on a permanent basis.

Please apply by clicking the red ‘join our team’ button, attaching your CV and a covering letter explaining why you want the role, what you would bring to the team and how your skillset and experience will enable us to make a real impact for those affected by brain tumours. We'd like to encourage you not to use AI to write your cover letter as we want to get to know you, the real you!

We are keen to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive so if you’d find it beneficial to submit your application in a different format, please drop us a line at careers@thebraintumourcharity.org.

Advert close date: 7th January 2025. Please be aware we are not open for queries from 23rd December 2024 until 2nd January 2025.

First interview date and location: week commencing 13th January 2025 over Teams

Second interview date and location: week commencing 20th January 2025 at our office in Fleet

The post holder will also; 

• Contribute to achieving the objectives of The Brain Tumour Charity
• Live and breathe our values by being bold, collaborative and innovative, with a community-first approach to everything you do
• Undertake any additional and ad hoc tasks as required 
• Participate in team meetings and other meetings as required 
• Monitor and evaluate activities and provide written reports 
• Represent The Charity at external events in a professional manner 
• Work within an equal opportunities framework 
• Adhere to all The Charity’s policies, procedures and working 
• Ensure all records are held in compliance with GDPR, The Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and The Brain Tumour Charity policies.

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