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Graphic Designer (EastEnders)

The Graphic Design team supporting one of the UK’s most loved soaps, EastEnders, is looking for an experienced drama Graphic Designer to join their team on a continuing basis.  

ABOUT BBC STUDIOS

 

BBC Studios is a world-renowned content studio and channels & streaming business, powered by British creativity, with a reach that touches audiences in every corner of the globe.

 

We work with outstanding creative talent who are responsible for platform-defining shows from Strictly Come Dancing to Bluey, Eastenders, Casualty, Prehistoric Planet and Planet Earth III.

 

The range and quality of our content is unsurpassed, creating critical and commercial successes and global phenomena.

 

From BAFTAs to RTS Awards, BBC Studios is Britain’s most awarded production company and the only producer with three of the top ten shows on IMDB; we’re the home of bbc.com, the widest-read English language news website in the world; and the UK’s largest distributor of British content.


ABOUT DRAMA PRODUCTIONS

BBC Studios Drama Productions sits at the heart of the UK as our slate of award-winning soaps and dramas continue to bring audiences together week after week.

 

EastEnders, Casualty, River City and Pobol y Cwm remain a constant source of gripping entertainment, with addictive storylines and loveable characters year on year; as well as award-winning crime drama Silent Witness and our fabulous cosy crime shows Father Brown, Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Detectives and Sister Boniface Mysteries. 

 

At BBC Studios Drama Productions, we’re passionate about developing and nurturing a creative and diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on providing some of the most supportive, hands-on editorial and production training opportunities across the whole of the UK. 


THE ROLE

 

From designing posters for the square to hand drawing banners for the Vic, the Graphic Designer helps bring Walford to life. The successful candidate will have advanced technical and free-hand skills and be able to work to specific briefs at pace. 

 


You will have worked on a long-running drama previously, and have expert knowledge and understanding of clearances. You will have experience of managing requests from multiple departments simultaneously and be able to prioritise tasks; ensuring relationships and expectations are managed in a positive but assertive manner. 

 

The Graphic Designer is responsible for a team of assistants and needs to be able to confidently delegate duties. You will have previous experience of mentoring or managing junior team members and enjoy supporting them to develop their skills. 

 

This role is based at Elstree Studios 5 days per week. 

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Reporting to the Series Designer:

  • Design and produce content and artwork to high creative and editorial standards with adherence to BBC guidelines
  • Produce distinctive content on a variety of platforms including Adobe Creative Cloud, as well using technical and freehand drawing and painting skills
  • Develop and create assets such as signage, posters, artwork, packaging, books, newspapers, logos and branding 
  • Work collaboratively with multiple departments and positively manage relationships, prioritising tasks and ensuring delivery within agreed timelines
  • Advise on clearance and rights and ensure all material produced and broadcast is legally compliant
  • Ensure content reflects our diverse audiences and be accountable for the usability and accessibility of design deliveries for the broadest possible cross-section of users
  • Keep up to date with emerging industry trends
  • Ensure high levels of accuracy and creativity.
 

WHAT DOES IT TAKE?

  • Experience of working as a Graphic Designer on a long-running drama series
  • Portfolio evidence of design work and creative flair
  • Advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills – Photoshop, Illustrator and In Design
  • Evidence of a passion and interest in graphic design for drama and ideas and opinions about how we can continue to strive for high standards and quality
  • Evidence of a wider awareness of latest design trends and technological developments
  • Ability to deliver content via a variety of methods including technical drawing, computer, freehand painting and drawing, and examples of previous work
  • Experience of communicating design decisions with a diverse range of people; evidence of successfully collaborating and sharing your ideas
  • Experience of successfully delivering to multiple teams with various deadlines, and prioritising tasks
  • Expert knowledge and understanding of clearance and how it is used for Graphic Design content
  • Experience of mentoring or managing junior team members and supporting their development
  • Understanding of the importance of the BBC's values in accuracy and impartiality
  • Knowledge and passion for Continuing Dramas, especially EastEnders.


PACKAGE DESCRIPTION

  • Contract: Continuing
  • Salary range:  £50,000 - £53,609  + London Weighting @ £5319
  • Preferred start date: 3rd March 
  • Location:  Elstree Studios.

 

WHAT WILL YOU GAIN FROM WORKING AT BBC STUDIOS?

  • Parental leave for new parents, regardless of gender, of up to a year with 18 weeks fully paid
  • 26 days holiday (plus an additional day which is a Corporation Day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days
  • A defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more
  • A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Excellent career progression – access to courses, webinars, workshops and the opportunity to work in different areas of the organisation.


Next Step:
Please CLICK HERE to see this role on our own website, and apply.

Closing date: 10th February 2025.