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Closing date for applications: 28 September 2025Salary: £34,000-£38,000 (full-time, 37.5 hours per week) with paid overtimeTerm: PermanentLocation: Small Axe Office, London&nbsp; Are you a designer who thrives on creating powerful campaigns for change?A midweight integrated designer at Small Axe is part of our campaigns delivery team. In this role, you'll be working collaboratively with campaigners, digital experts, designers, press advisors, filmmakers and content creators to produce powerful campaigns. You will work across a variety of campaigns, from trade union actions like Amazon’s first unionisation drive in the UK, to issue based campaigns like Free School Meals for All and Refugees Welcome, to producing digital fundraising content for the International Rescue Committee responding to global conflicts and crises. At your core, you are a campaigner, but your tools are InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, Veed.io and anything else you can lay your hands on to make creative that moves people to act on the most pressing issues of our time.&nbsp;There is no magic formula for a winning campaign. That’s why we use multiple crafts and tactics to move our campaigns forward. We’re at our best when we’re working across our three core disciplines – organising, digital and creative – to make maximum impact. An ability to understand and integrate your ideas across these disciplines will give you the tools to respond to any strategic challenge. As an integrated designer, you’ll join a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative delivery team, focused on winning progressive campaigns. Responsibilities<ul><li>Work with colleagues and suppliers to produce creative design for high quality creative including social campaigns, social films, websites, print and branding projects, from concept to delivery.</li><li>Work with a range of media, including the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, always delivering clean, clearly constructed and labelled artwork files.</li><li>Be driven to pick up new tools as new creative tech emerges (e.g. Canva, AI plug-ins, Veed.io).</li><li>Create or complete content natively in social platforms and post your designs.</li><li>Balance delivering high quality creative executions across multiple projects and deadlines at once.</li><li>Support the commissioning of high quality and impactful film and photography which forms a basis of creative assets.</li><li>Make lo-fi film and photo content using mobile phones including capturing &amp; editing, employing simple software like Canva or Veed.io.</li><li>Work with a range of media, including the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, and keep up to date with emerging technologies and social media developments.</li><li>Translate the creative concepts from idea to mock-up, drawing from your own ideas as well as clients and colleagues.</li><li>Think practically about the constraints and opportunities of the medium you’re designing to, whether that’s changing social specs or a new format for campaign print material that will engage people in a compelling way.</li><li>Look at the impact of your design decisions on campaign objectives to help inform future creative. Is that social graphic performing? How did people react to the leaflet you created? What conversations did it spark? Did people use the QR code on your out-of-home advertisement?</li><li>From time to time, send creative outputs to clients, responding to straightforward client feedback and explaining creative decisions in clear but compelling ways.</li><li>Liaise with clients or team members to discuss the objectives and requirements and long term objectives of a campaign or project.</li><li>Estimate the time and budget required to complete deliverables.</li><li>Support with bringing in work e.g. providing quotes for small projects, contributing toward creative pitches and supporting campaign leads with proposals.</li><li>Participate in brainstorms on creative concepts and for final deliverables, pulling in internal and external stakeholders, finding creative solutions to problems raised.</li><li>Provide critical feedback on the work of suppliers and colleagues.</li><li>Reliably follow internal processes to log creative licences, expenses and any other relevant information for the projects you are on.</li><li>Support the creative delivery of meaningful campaign actions from livestream design to the visual production of events (e.g. print and ads), to film and photoshoots.</li><li>Be willing to occasionally travel or work evenings and weekend hours as required.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Solid proven experience working in design agencies or in a similar freelance capacity</li><li>Proven skills in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, XD, After Effects, Premiere and motion graphics knowledge)</li><li>Confidence to pick up new tools as new creative tech emerges (e.g. Canva, AI plug-ins, )</li><li>A strong and well-rounded portfolio that shows a solid understanding of digital and print design and core graphic design principles</li><li>A demonstrable interest in integrated design - from digital artworking, motion graphics, web page design to print and developing strong visual brands</li><li>Ability to brainstorm, develop and make the case for creative concepts</li><li>A curiosity about progressive campaigns and the role of creative in communications</li><li>Working with copy</li><li>A willingness to produce native content for social platforms</li><li>Right to work in the UK</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Design experience in a campaigning context</li><li>Experience with Webflow</li><li>Experience with HTML / CSS</li><li>Experience working with original film and photography</li><li>Experience of working at shoots, events or actions</li></ul> Additional informationPlease note that all roles at Small Axe require a DBS check. All candidates must have Right to Work in the UK.&nbsp; We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Small Axe

Midweight designer (integrated)

Closing date for applications: 14 September 2025Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 based on experience, plus uncapped commission and discretionary bonusReports to: Head of art consultancy – commercial &amp; residentialLocation: This is a full-time hybrid role based in our London office. Some evening attendance at events and functions will be required. Turn your passion for art into new business opportunities! Join a dynamic team connecting extraordinary artwork with leading clients in design, architecture and beyond.&nbsp;Artiq is a dynamic team of over 45, bringing momentum to a new arts economy where artists and creative businesses can thrive, and careers can be built. Working with an international client base, we are growing fast and creating new opportunities all the time for talented people passionate about art. Based in London and operating in 25+ countries, we work with and represent some of the best artists in the world and help our clients build collections and experiences, giving them unrivalled access to the cultural world. At the core of our business is our unique artwork leasing model.We are seeking a dynamic and creative art consultant with a proven sales track record to join our team. The role focuses on prospecting, pitching, presenting, and closing art rental collections for new clients in the commercial &amp; residential sector. You will play a key role in strengthening Artiq’s reputation with industry partners and driving new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will combine commercial drive with a genuine passion for art and design. You should have strong networks in the interior design, architecture, or creative industries and be confident working with stakeholders across all levels, from independent businesses to C-suite leaders at major corporations. Responsibilities<ul><li>Proactively identify and approach new clients across the commercial &amp; residential sector</li><li>Attend and actively participate in networking events to generate new business</li><li>Represent Artiq and build lasting relationships with partners in office fit-out, furniture, interior design, architecture and build sectors</li><li>Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified sales leads and opportunities</li><li>Confidently pitch and present proposals to a wide range of stakeholders</li><li>Provide expert briefs to the internal curation team and act as the main point of contact throughout each project lifecycle</li><li>Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines, budgets and deliverables are met</li><li>Oversee project delivery from proposal to installation, ensuring seamless handover and post-sale support</li><li>Collaborate with and coordinate across internal teams (curation, operations, logistics) to ensure seamless project delivery and outstanding client outcomes</li><li>Efficiently close deals with speed, clarity and profitability</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Professional experience in business-to-business (B2B) sales, preferably in a creative or design-led sector</li><li>Strong networking and relationship-building skills</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing projects and delivering client-facing work to high standards</li><li>Impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Collaborative, proactive and client-focused mindset</li><li>High level of commercial awareness with the ability to analyse opportunities and make data-led decisions</li><li>Strong MS Excel skills and confidence working with data, budgets and sales reporting</li></ul> Artiq is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourages applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

ARTIQ

Art consultant - art agency

Closing date: 18th September 2025Salary: £27,721 per annumHours: 37.5 working hours - (flexible) This is a great first role for someone starting their career in digital design.You might have recently finished a design degree, an apprenticeship, or have similar skills in digital and design.As a junior digital designer, you’ll work closely with our creative partners and social media team to create content for social media, websites, and other digital platforms. You’ll also help support the wider digital design process. You’ll be guided by our supportive and experienced teams, giving you the chance to learn, grow, and play an important role in bringing Nest’s creative vision to life.This is a hands-on role where you’ll use a variety of tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and Maxon Cinema 4D. You’ll get the chance to work on different areas of digital design, motion graphics, video, and content creation—building a strong foundation for your career. ​Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Design skills using graphic design software</li><li>Portfolio of design work</li><li>Ability to present ideas using moodboards or other means.</li><li>Experience of working on social media design or video​</li></ul>Don't worry if you think you don't have all the key skills, it might be worth taking the few minutes to apply as we're good at spotting potential and offer a generous training budget.Please download a full job description via the 'Apply' button to find a full scope, deliverables, experience and personal&nbsp;attributes&nbsp;required for this role. Flexible and agile workingEveryone's personal situation is different.To make the most out of hybrid working, we've introduced different ways of working, which include (subject to role requirements):<ul><li>hybrid of office (Canary Wharf, London)&nbsp;and home working&nbsp;(there will be an&nbsp;expectation&nbsp;to attend the office, once - twice a week, or more, as required) </li><li>reduce or vary working hours</li><li>reduce or vary the days worked</li><li>work compressed hours</li><li>job share</li></ul> We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.&nbsp;

Nest

Junior digital designer

Closing date for applications: 19 September 2025Salary: £27,000+ dependent on experience and location (+bonus +benefits)Locations: This role can be based at our London or Sheffield office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week. Develop your design career in publishing by supporting experienced designers and creating standout, market-leading covers.The John Murray Group, which encompasses John Murray Press, Quercus and John Murray Specialist, is one of the fastest growing and most profitable divisions of Hachette UK, with imprints that encompass a range of bestselling, pioneering and prize-winning publishing.&nbsp;From exciting debuts, crime fiction and celebrity-led titles, to lifestyle, memoir, history and thought-provoking non-fiction, we are home to bestselling authors and brands such as Billy Connolly, Miriam Margolyes, Mick Herron, Trevor Noah and Akala. Short-listed for Publisher of the Year at the British Book Awards in 2022.&nbsp;We pride ourselves on being entrepreneurial, curious, and excited about discovering and nurturing new voices that can shape and shake our world.This an exciting opportunity for a creative and organised individual, who is looking to start their career in publishing design. Reporting to the deputy art director, you will be developing market-leading designs for our book covers, with a particular focus on our specialist non-fiction imprints. These imprints include Sheldon Press, John Murray Business, Hodder Faith and John Murray Learning. Not only will you be fully immersed in the whole cover design process with guidance from senior designers, but you will be adapting international buy-in titles to fit the UK market, and supporting the wider team with their own creative projects.You’ll be full of creative energy and thrive on working with an engaged, passionate, and close-knit team, where you can learn and develop your skills. Your portfolio will demonstrate a strong understanding of type and image, as well as a range of projects showing an understanding of designing for specific markets. You will be full of ideas, and eager to learn and develop in this fast paced, supportive environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>To be responsible for appropriate and distinctive designs that fit market needs across all imprints, with a particular focus on our Specialist non-fiction imprints</li><li>To be personally responsible for designing approximately 30 covers per year</li><li>Seeing through projects from initial research and visuals stage to sending print ready files to production</li><li>Supporting senior colleagues with artworking tasks</li><li>Adapting international buy-in artwork to fit best within the UK market</li><li>Keeping up to date with publishing and design markets and trends, to inform your designs</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Technical design skills, including proficiency with a Mac and Adobe creative software (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, etc.)</li><li>A portfolio which shows a passion for design, full of ideas, with range of projects that demonstrate technical skill and market awareness</li><li>Some understanding of both print and digital production techniques</li><li>Happy supporting colleagues as well as working independently on your own projects</li><li>Flexible, highly motivated and organised – can prioritise workloads effectively</li><li>Knowledge of or interest in book design, as well as visual design in general</li><li>Understands consumer needs and how to position a design within the market</li><li>Meticulous eye for detail</li></ul>In your application, please submit your CV, &nbsp;cover letter and portfolio of recent work (which is in the cover letter section). What we offerOur staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this:<ul><li>28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Generous pension schemes</li><li>Rent deposit loans</li><li>2 community days per year</li><li>Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)</li><li>Retail discounts through Hachette rewards</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Wide-ranging training library</li><li>Development programmes (including mentoring)</li><li>Up to 70% off book purchases</li><li>A charity bookshelf</li><li>12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including&nbsp;Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing&nbsp;and religious networks</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>And much more!</li></ul> Our commitmentThe Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking junior roles. For more information visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">www.booktradeentrysupport.org</a> Hachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds. If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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