Graphic Designer

  • Full-time
  • Department: Marketing

Company Description

Makeen Properties LLC is one of the UAE’s leading companies dedicated to the development of modern, sustainable real estate in the UAE. Makeen is highly committed to develop premium real estate and enriching the experience of living for residents by focusing on three core segments: real estate, services and hospitality. 

Makeen Properties LLC is driven by its vision to go beyond the customer’s expectations.

We have developed and managed many units for different sectors across the UAE, with over than 3000 units, including a leasing portfolio of residential homes, Industrial warehouses, commercial offices and holiday homes.

Job Description

Graphic Design & Development

  • Conceptualize visuals based on requirements.
  • Upon receiving brief, ability to discuss the business objectives and requirements of a project.
  • Estimating the time required to complete a job.
  • Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts, come up with different angles and creative ideas.
  • Using innovation to materialize a design brief within time and brand guidelines constraints.
  • Prepare rough drafts and present ideas.
  • Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand.
  • Presenting finalized ideas and concepts internally.
  • Working with a range of media, including and keeping up to date with emerging technologies.
  • Proofreading to produce accurate, error-free and high-quality work.
  • Demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches and working on layouts ready for print.
  • Take photos and shoot video to create content for sales collateral and social media.
  • Prepare designs and support with emailer marketing / SMS / WhatsApp communication.
  • Working as part of a team and with printers, web developers and marketing specialists.
  • Schedule projects and define budget constraints.
  • Amend designs after feedback.
  • Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and in line with company’s requirements.
  • Support in any creative / marketing related task.

 

Operational / Administrative

  • Manage Makeen’s social media channels, including publishing & scheduling posts + handling the community management.
  • Coordinate with 3rd party vendors and suppliers.
  • Arrange for required permits.
  • Update listings on aggregator portals.
  • Update content on company websites.
  • Support the sales / leasing team with requests.
  • Support in events planning and coordination.
  • Build good relationships with team members in Makeen as well as in Group Marketing.

Qualifications

  • Graphic Design degree or diploma from a recognised school/University/Institution
  • Bachelor’s Degree would be a plus.

Additional Information

  • Skills & Professional Requirements:

     

  • Excellent IT skills including mastery of Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
  • Experience in both offline (brochures, newsletters, flyers, billboards, stands…) and online design (websites, banners, e-newsletters, social media…).
  • Experience in photography / videography and video editing software.
  • Working knowledge of CSS3, HTML5 and JavaScript.
  • Experience in 3D design (3DMax…) is a plus.
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    Experience Requirements:

     

  • Minimum 1+ years’ experience, either in similar setting or with a marketing or creative agency.
  • A strong portfolio of illustrations or other graphics
  • Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop)
  • Creative flair, originality and a strong visual sense (corporate identity, logo design…).
  • Confidence to present and explain ideas to colleagues.
  • Interest in graphics, photography, videography, typography.
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    Attributes and Behaviours:

     

  • Ability to grasp briefs and consider practical solutions.
  • Attention to detail, Adaptive design eye and skill.
  • Multitasking and ability to balance work on several projects at a time.
  • Good team working skills.
  • Perfect spoken and written English is a must.
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