Reports To: Publications and Brand Manager
Why
Job Summary:
- Responsible for developing, implementing and upholding the organisation’s visual identity.
- Responsible for designing a range of high-quality and accessible print and on-line publications and materials in line with the organisation’s brand guidelines.
- Responsible for selecting, briefing and managing external designers and design agencies.
What
Principle Accountabilities:
- Design a range of high quality and accessible print and on-line publications and materials in line with the organisation’s visual identity guidelines.
- Select, brief and manage external designers/design agencies, ensuring quality and value for money.
- Work with the Publications and Brand Manager to develop, implement and uphold the visual identity across the organisation in order to raise the profile of the NAS and increase its supporter base.
- Co-ordinate and manage multiple design projects simultaneously within agreed timescales. This will include working with staff at a variety of levels across the organisation.
- Develop and maintain systems for scheduling and managing projects.
- Commission illustrators and photographers and manage the development of the organisation’s photo library.
- Advise staff on the visual identity guidelines and other design-related issues.
Job Descriptions only reflect 80% of a role, and are not an exhaustive list of duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within the scope of the role.
How
I am committed to making a difference:
I commit to NAS aims, objectives and values. I display a positive approach in the way I work and contribute to the wider needs of the organisation and its stakeholders either directly or indirectly. At work I overcome difficulties, setbacks and pressure, to get things done because I understand the impact of autism. I recognise and encourage commitment in others.
I gather and share knowledge:
I seek and use information, knowledge and experience and create opportunities to share this with others. I look for new developments and keep up to date with issues which impact my work. I interpret, distil and disseminate information, in and outside the NAS, for the benefit of people with autism and other stakeholders. I manage and protect others’ personal information professionally.
I promote the NAS:
I represent and promote the NAS. I influence and raise awareness by talking positively about autism and NAS services to a wider audience. I build relationships and use a range of effective persuasion and negotiation styles to champion the rights and needs of people living with autism. I search for and obtain the resources to fulfil these needs.
How
I communicate effectively:
I use appropriate methods, styles and language to communicate to different audiences. I communicate succinctly using clear language. I listen and take account of others’ views and needs. I show understanding and use logic to communicate. I check that others have received and understood the intended message.
I adapt to changing priorities:
I adopt a flexible, proactive approach to get the job done. I am responsive to change and recognise when tasks are urgent and/or important, taking appropriate action. I prioritise activities and know when to say ‘no’. I deal positively with last minute changes and interruptions. I look for practical solutions and know when to find different ways to achieve an objective.
I fulfil my customers’ needs:
I find out what really matters to my internal and external customers/stakeholders and where I can improve my service to them. I relate well to my customers and provide a quality and cost effective service. I shape their expectations about what can be realistically delivered, whilst seeking ways to continually raise the level of service.
Interfaces:
Internal
- Publications and Brand Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Publications and Brand team
- New Media Team
- Other NAS staff producing materials/publications
External
- Freelance designers, illustrators and photographers
- Printers
Scope:
Financial: Responsible for ensuring value for money in the production of publications and materials
People: No reports
Resources: Mac and design software
Education, Certification & Experience:
A design qualification (degree level or equivalent) plus at least two years’ experience or equivalent experience of designing high quality publications and other materials.
An excellent working knowledge of industry standard software.
Experience of developing and refining brand guidelines, and of brand management highly desirable.
Experience of working within visual identity guidelines.
An understanding of accessible design and cultural sensitivities in relation to publications and materials.
Experience of web design within an accessibility framework desirable.
A working knowledge of print production.
Experience of managing freelancers.
An understanding of the design needs of a large not-for-profit organisation