Web Designer/Graphic Artist at Purplerod Nigeria Limited

An organization with the sole aim of providing affordable and convenient services to the African sales and purchasing market. We serve as a central market place providing a focal point for transactions between sellers and buyers using state-of-the-art technology to deliver effective and efficient service.

We seek to recruit a suitably qualified candidate to fill this position.

Job Title: Web Designer/Graphic Artist

Location: Lagos

Job Summary:
Responsible for the development of Web Applications interface, layout and visual appearance.

Responsibilities:

• Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
• Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
• Use computer software to generate new images.
• Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer.
• Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.
• Review final layouts and suggest improvements as needed.
• Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
• Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Internet websites.
• Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.
• Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients and/or supervisors and making necessary changes.
• Study illustrations and photographs to plan presentation of materials, products, or services.
• Prepare notes and instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts for printing.
• Develop negatives and prints to produce layout photographs, using negative and print developing equipment and tools.
• Photograph layouts, using camera, to make layout prints for supervisors or clients.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum of OND in any related discipline
• Minimum of 1 - 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Must be proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, GIMP, Adobe Dreamweaver or any other web design software
• Creative flair, originality and a strong visual sense
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Application Closing Date:
20th January 2013

Method of Application:
Interested Applicant should send CV to: [email protected]