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About Unilever & 1UL:

Unilever is a global leader in consumer goods, with a portfolio of iconic brands that touch billions of lives every day. The 1UL team is a dedicated agency team within Ogilvy focused exclusively on delivering innovative and impactful creative solutions for Unilever brands. We're a fast-paced, dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and pushing creative boundaries.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and visually driven Junior Art Director to join our 1UL team on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the visual development and execution of social-first campaigns for some of Unilever's most beloved brands. You will be working alongside experienced creatives, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a busy advertising agency environment. This role is perfect for someone with a strong visual eye, a passion for design, and a desire to create engaging content for social media.

Key Responsibilities:

• Visual Conceptualization: Contribute to brainstorming sessions and develop visual concepts for social media campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and objectives.
• Art Direction: Assist in the art direction of photoshoots, video shoots, and other visual content creation.
• Design Execution: Design graphics, visuals, and layouts for social media posts, stories, and other digital assets.
• Social Modular Content: Develop and adapt visual assets for various social media platforms and formats, ensuring optimal performance and engagement.
• Social-First Thinking: Develop visual ideas that are inherently social and designed to thrive on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
• Brief Interpretation: Dissect and decipher client briefs to understand objectives, target audiences, and key visual messaging.
• Research & Insights: Conduct research on visual trends, competitor activity, and emerging social media platforms to inform visual development.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the creative team, including copywriters, designers, and videographers.
• Feedback & Iteration: Actively listen to feedback and use it to improve visual designs.
• Project Management: Assist in managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and budgets are adhered to.
• Trend Monitoring: Stay up-to-date on the latest visual trends, design styles, and platform updates.
• Platform Expertise: Utilize various social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube) to understand their unique visual requirements and best practices.

Key Skills and Requirements:

Creative Skills & Experience:

• Strong conceptual skills and a visual storytelling mindset.
• Experience in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• A portfolio showcasing visual design work (please provide a link to your online portfolio or attach examples to your application).
• Understanding of visual storytelling and digital publishing.
• Ability to work across ideation, art direction, and design.

General Skills:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work under pressure.
• Attention to detail and a strong visual eye.
• Time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new design tools and trends.

Industry Knowledge & Passion:

• Passion for Unilever brands.
• Interest in marketing, advertising, and digital storytelling.
• Awareness of visual trends and industry-leading work.
• Passion for pop culture, street art, and internet trends.
• Enthusiasm for staying ahead of the curve in the social media and fashion marketing industry.

Other Potential Requirements:

• Experience with motion graphics and animation is a plus.
• Experience with photography and/or videography is a plus.
• Ability to dissect and decipher client briefs.
• Ability to research and share relevant visual insights.
• Understanding of different creative mediums.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and budgets.
• A willingness to listen to feedback and use it to improve.

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Social Modular Experience: Experience creating and adapting visual assets for different social media platforms and formats.
• Social First Experience: Experience creating visual content that is designed to be shared and engaged with on social media.
• Experience with creating mood boards and style guides.
• Familiarity with social media analytics and reporting is beneficial.
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to work on exciting projects for leading global brands.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced creative professionals.
• Exposure to the latest trends and technologies in social media marketing.
• A chance to develop your skills and grow your career within a dynamic agency setting.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.