Temporary Senior Designer, Maternity Cover at Sotheby’s

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Art, Luxury Goods, AuctionsIndustries

Requirements

Design degree (or equivalent qualification)
Total fluency in Mac based design
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and spoken)
Good organisational ability, keen attention to detail and flexibility
Proven ability to interpret creative direction and follow brand guidelines
Multi-tasker, organised professional, positive, versatile, team player, self-motivated
Passionate about great design in both print and digital contexts
Ideally from a design studio or agency background with broad exposure to cutting edge brands
A natural flair for creative design with excellent layout/composition, typographical and aesthetic coherence
Excellent knowledge of print production/finishing
Excellent online/digital media processes and a drive to utilise new/unfamiliar software
Experience in motion graphics and animating digital content
Experience working with cutting edge and/or luxury brands
In-tune with current design trends in digital and print
Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); experience with Cinema 4D, Sketch and After Effects beneficial but not essential
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
Committed, reliable, motivated, organised, proactive, enthusiastic, resourceful
Capable of working well independently and as part of a team
Able to work on different and varied projects at one time, often to tight deadlines
Demonstrates understanding, courtesy, tact and creative empathy

Responsibilities

Work within Sotheby's brand guidelines and explore specific creative direction on design projects including: marketing and corporate literature; invitations and special event items; online and digital media; books and catalogues; advertising campaigns; business development support
Research, concepts, mock ups & presentation of ideas through to creation of finished artwork to send to print and publish online/digitally
Work closely with other colleagues in the Design Studio
Liaise with colleagues in the Marketing team and internal clients
See projects through from initial brief to completion
Work within budgets and to tight deadlines
Maintain archive and record of projects
Share of general office admin

Skills

Graphic Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Mac OS

Print Design

Digital Design

Brand Guidelines

Marketing Design

Typography

Layout Design

Concept Development

Sotheby’s

Auction house for fine art

About Sotheby’s

Sotheby's is a global auction house that specializes in selling fine art, luxury items, and collectibles through live and online auctions, as well as private sales. The company provides online estimates to help sellers determine the value of their items, which is a key differentiator from competitors. Sotheby's holds auctions in major cities worldwide, attracting a diverse audience and ensuring a competitive market for high-end items. The goal is to connect buyers and sellers in the luxury market while offering a personalized and discreet experience.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1744Year Founded

$4MTotal Funding

POST_IPO_EQUITYCompany Stage

Real Estate, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Risks

NFT market volatility poses financial risks for Sotheby's digital collectibles sales.

Recent staff layoffs indicate potential financial instability or auction performance downturn.

The $100 million Breuer building acquisition could strain financial resources if unprofitable.

Differentiation

Sotheby's offers both live and online auctions, catering to diverse client preferences.

The company provides private sales for clients seeking privacy and exclusivity in transactions.

Sotheby's expertise in valuing rare items attracts high-end collectors and investors.

Upsides

Sotheby's collaboration with The Luxury Group offers unique luxury auction experiences.

The acquisition of the Breuer building enhances Sotheby's brand and auction venue prestige.

Sotheby's acceptance of cryptocurrency payments attracts crypto-wealthy buyers.

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