Designer - Belfast

Position: Designer -  Belfast
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JOB DETAILS  JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE:
Fixed-term Contract, Full-time Attachment, Full-time until 30 March 2027
DEPARTMENT: BBC Nations, Nations Design Team

LOCATION:

This is an office based role based in Belfast, which will be shift work based and can include working weekends.
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE:
Up to £35,367depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application - though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.
PURPOSE OF

THE ROLE  The designer will develop and deliver content, ensuring that it achieves the highest creative and editorial standards with adherence to BBC guidelines. Your expertise will be used across all platforms, and you will also be tasked to mentor more junior staff as required.
YOUR

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:
To have an in depth knowledge of the editorial agenda and contribute editorial and creative design solutions across BBC NI Graphics both in a News and Programme environment.
Undertake a range of graphic designer duties.
To produce distinctive content on a variety of platforms.
Be accountable for the quality of your work and ensure it meets intended purposes.
Be accountable for the usability and accessibility of design deliveries for the broadest possible cross-section of the audience.
To ensure content reflects our diverse audiences.
Accountable for the delivery of content, acting within BBC Editorial, Legal and health and safety guidelines.
To work effectively with other departments ensuring you maintain excellent relationships.
To keep up to date with emerging industry trends.
Able to manage difficult stakeholders and deliver in ambiguous, fast-changing environments.
Have an attitude that will create a positive working environment for colleagues from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
You understand the importance of the BBC's values in accuracy and impartiality.
You have a passion for and a great understanding of the area in which the role operates.
You are an experienced user of Adobe Creative Suite.
You have good knowledge of local news and current affairs.
You have a portfolio of evidence of excellent design work demonstrating creative flair.
The ability to deliver different approaches and design styles.
Able to talk through your design decisions with a diverse range of people; evidence of successfully collaborating and sharing your ideas.
Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
Able to talk through your design decisions with a diverse range of people; evidence of successfully collaborating and sharing your ideas.
Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
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