Job ref.: Junior Art Director - Bompas & Parr Studio.

Bompas & Parr is seeking an ideas-led Junior Art Director with a strong foundation in applied graphic design & visual storytelling. This role suits a creatively ambitious designer able to translate concepts into compelling graphic, digital and experiential outputs.

Key Responsibilities

Create graphic design and visual assets from concept through to final delivery
Support art direction and image-making, including concepts, treatments and production
Contribute ideas and creative input in team discussions
Translate briefs and initial ideas into clear visual layouts and design assets
Develop visual decks and moodboards for proposals and client presentations
Produce graphic design work across digital, print and experiential formats
Produce in-house content for digital, social, press and event collateral
Assist with on-site delivery to ensure the creative is executed as intended
Collaborate with the Design Director and studio teams to evolve brand aesthetics
Research and share cultural and visual inspiration with the wider studio
Manage tasks across multiple projects with guidance from senior team members

Essential Experience

2 to 4 years experience
Strong applied graphic design skills with a concept-led portfolio
Experience taking projects from ideation to production
Live event or experiential design exposure
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
Understanding of real-world design and production constraints
Ability to sketch and communicate ideas clearly

Desirable Experience

Agency or studio experience
Film or moving image experience
Basic knowledge of 3D tools
Photography experience
Familiarity with AI and emerging creative technologies

General

To undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required
To be able to speak knowledgeably and articulately about all aspects of the work of Bompas & Parr and to support the organisation’s principal aims and objectives
To communicate regularly and effectively with the Directors and to seek support from appropriate staff at the earliest opportunity should problems arise

Please note, due to the nature of the role you will be expected to work occasional evenings and weekends. There may also be the requirement to travel internationally.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email with ‘Junior Art Director’ in the subject heading. Please include the following in your application:

A copy of your current CV

A cover letter detailing why you feel you are a suitable candidate for this post and what attracts you to Bompas & Parr. Please note, applications not submitted with a covering letter will be rejected
PDF portfolio or link to online portfolio

Summary of terms and conditions

Salary band £30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
This is full time permanent position with a 6 Month probationary period
The post is based in Bompas & Parr’s studio in Barbican

Staff benefits

25 days of annual leave + 8 BankHolidays
At Christmas Bompas & Parr are closed between Christmas and New Year this uses 3 days of annual leave
One of these days is a ‘wellness’day which can be taken on short notice and is for your wellbeing.
You acquire 1 day of holiday for each year you work (capped at 5 days)
At 2 years you can buy 5 days of holiday
Death in Service cover post probationary period
Post probationary period, employees qualify for Private Medical insurance
Profit sharing bonus scheme
After five years of service you earn a one month paid sabbatical
After ten years of service you earn a three month paid sabbatical
Competitive workplace pension
Staff lunches are provided in the studio every Wednesday
Culture & Training Allowance
Enhanced Maternity & PaternityAllowance following 2 years at Bompas & Parr
Cycle to Work Scheme
Tech Pay Back Scheme
Monthly Culture Outings
Christmas company party
Summer company party
Celebrations of special events
Surprise Studio Events throughout the year

Bompas & Parr is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, where all applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disabilities.

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