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Head of Graphic Design

We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially minded Head of Graphic Design to lead and oversee our design department.

This is a senior leadership role requiring a balance of creative excellence, operational management, and client-facing expertise.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of designers, overseeing workflow and job allocation, ensuring high-quality design output, and maintaining strong relationships with clients.

You will also play a hands-on role in design production and print setup, while coordinating closely with production and administrative teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest standard.

 

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management


  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of graphic designers of varying experience levels
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, training, and professional development planning
  • Foster a collaborative, creative, and high-performance team culture
  • Set clear expectations, workflows, and quality standards for the department

    • Job & Workflow Management


  • Oversee all incoming design projects from brief through to final delivery
  • Allocate jobs effectively based on team capacity, skillset, and deadlines
  • Monitor project progress and ensure all deadlines are consistently met
  • Implement and improve workflow systems and processes to maximise efficiency

    • Client & Stakeholder Management


  • Act as a senior point of contact for key clients
  • Conduct client consultations to understand requirements, objectives, and constraints
  • Translate client briefs into clear, actionable design tasks
  • Manage expectations and provide expert guidance on design solutions and production feasibility

    • Creative Direction & Design Execution


  • Provide creative leadership and ensure all output meets brand and quality standards
  • Contribute hands-on to design work where required, particularly on complex or high-value projects
  • Review and approve all major design work before release

    • Print Production & Technical Oversight


  • Prepare and oversee artwork for print production, ensuring accuracy and technical compliance
  • Set up print-ready files, including colour management, bleed, and formatting requirements
  • Liaise closely with production teams to ensure smooth transition from design to print
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to design and print processes

    • Cross-Department Collaboration


  • Work closely with production and administrative teams to align priorities and schedules
  • Ensure clear communication between departments to avoid delays or errors
  • Contribute to overall operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives

    • Problem Solving & Quality Control


  • Identify and resolve design, workflow, or production challenges proactively
  • Maintain strict quality control processes across all design output
  • Ensure all deliverables meet both client expectations and internal standards

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    Required Skills & Experience


  • Minimum [X] years of professional graphic design experience, with at least [X] years in a leadership or managerial role
  • Proven experience managing a design team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality design across print and/or digital media
  • Extensive knowledge of print production processes and artwork setup
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, etc.)
  • Excellent organisational and project management skills
  • Strong client-facing and communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
  • Commercial awareness and ability to balance creativity with business objectives

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    Desirable Qualifications


  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Graphic Design or a related field
  • Experience in [industry-specific experience, if relevant]
  • Knowledge of workflow/project management systems
  • Experience implementing or improving design processes and systems

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    Key Attributes


  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
  • High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
  • Calm and effective under pressure

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    What We Offer


  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to lead and shape a growing design department
  • Collaborative and dynamic working environment
  • Career progression opportunities

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    How to Apply

    Please submit your CV and our agent from Hiring People will be in touch.

    Is shortlisted, you may be asked to complete a short video interview.

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