Graphic Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Graphic Designer cum DTP Executive

Designation: Graphic Designer cum DTP Executive
Department: Creative / Design
Location: Hyderabad
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer cum DTP Executive who can conceptualize, design, format, and execute high-quality visual communication materials for both digital and print media.

The candidate should have strong knowledge of graphic designing, DTP, typography, layouts, image editing, and print production, along with the ability to manage multiple design assignments within deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Designing

• Design creative and visually appealing graphics for digital and print communication.
• Create posters, banners, brochures, flyers, certificates, invitations, standees, and other promotional materials.
• Develop creatives for social media, websites, digital campaigns, events, and internal communication.
• Create presentations, newsletters, infographics, and other corporate/school communication materials.
• Adapt designs into different sizes and formats as required.
• Maintain consistency in colours, fonts, layouts, logos, and overall brand identity.

DTP & Print Designing

• Handle typesetting, page layout, formatting, and artwork preparation.
• Design and format brochures, books, magazines, newsletters, handbooks, calendars, worksheets, and other publications.
• Prepare artwork according to printing specifications, including bleed, margins, crop marks, image resolution, and colour settings.
• Create high-quality print-ready files in PDF and other required formats.
• Proofread designs for spelling, alignment, formatting, and visual accuracy before final production.
• Coordinate with printing vendors for proofs, corrections, and final output.

Image Editing & Creative Support

• Perform image editing, retouching, resizing, cropping, background removal, and basic photo manipulation.
• Select appropriate images, illustrations, icons, and design elements for creative requirements.
• Develop new templates and creative concepts based on briefs.
• Support basic video/motion graphic requirements wherever required.

Coordination

• Understand design briefs and convert concepts into effective visual communication.
• Coordinate with internal teams to understand their creative requirements.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise work according to deadlines.
• Incorporate feedback and make revisions within the required timelines.
• Maintain organised folders, source files, templates, and final artwork.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of graphic design principles, typography, colour theory, composition, and layout.
• Proficiency in:
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• CorelDRAW
• Good working knowledge of MS PowerPoint and MS Office.
• Strong DTP and print-production knowledge.
• Knowledge of preparing files for offset and digital printing.
• Good understanding of digital and social media design requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and coordination skills.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's degree / Diploma / Certification in Graphic Designing, DTP, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, Multimedia, or a related field

Experience

• 25 years of relevant experience in Graphic Designing and DTP.
• Experience in an advertising agency, publishing house, educational institution, corporate organisation, or similar environment will be preferred.
• Freshers with a strong portfolio and excellent designing skills may also be considered.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be:

• Creative and innovative.
• Strong in visualisation and design concepts.
• Detail-oriented and quality-conscious.
• Fast and efficient in executing design requirements.
• Able to work under tight deadlines.
• Willing to take feedback and make revisions.
• Well-organised with good file-management practices.
• Comfortable handling both creative designing and DTP/production work.

Portfolio

Candidates must share a portfolio of their previous graphic designing and DTP work along with their application.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality and creativity of designs.
• Accuracy of DTP and print-ready artwork.
• Timely completion of assignments.
• Adherence to brand guidelines.
• Attention to detail and error-free execution.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Stakeholder satisfaction and responsiveness.