FairMoney is building the leading mobile bank for emerging markets. We started with a digital microcredit application on Android, and currently roll out additional financial services (current account, savings, debit card) while expanding the product to Western Africa and South-East Asia.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Lead Visual Designer
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Marketing and Branding
Position Overview
- We are seeking a highly creative and talented Visual Design Lead specializing in both Still and Motion Design to join our team.
- As the Visual Design Lead, you will be responsible for creating compelling visual experiences that resonate with our target audience and enhance our brand identity.
- Your role will involve leading a team of designers, conceptualizing design strategies, and producing high-quality visuals for online & offline media channels.
Roles and Responsibilities
Creative Leadership:
- Provide creative direction and mentorship to a team of visual designers, guiding them to create visually engaging and cohesive designs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Product, and UX/UI to ensure alignment between design efforts and overall company objectives.
- Lead brainstorming sessions, design reviews, and collaborative discussions to foster innovative design solutions.
Visual Design:
- Conceptualized, designed, and executed captivating visual assets for digital platforms, including websites, mobile apps, social media, and email campaigns.
- Develop eye-catching motion graphics, animations, and videos to enhance user engagement and convey complex financial concepts effectively.
- Create visually stunning print materials such as brochures, posters, and promotional materials that maintain a consistent brand identity.
Brand Identity:
- Own and evolve the company's visual brand identity, ensuring its consistent application across all touchpoints and mediums.
- Develop and maintain design guidelines, style guides, and templates to ensure visual consistency and brand recognition.
Innovation and Trends:
- Stay up-to-date with design trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to bring fresh and innovative design ideas to the team.
- Implement design trends that align with the fintech industry landscape while maintaining a user-centered approach.
Project Management:
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are of the highest quality.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather design requirements, provide project updates, and incorporate feedback into design iterations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Visual Design, Graphic Design, Motion Design, or a related field.
- Proven experience (5+ years) in visual design and motion graphics, preferably within the fintech or financial services industry.
- Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.).
- Strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of still and motion design projects that highlight creativity, storytelling, and brand consistency.
- Experience in leading and mentoring design teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively convey design concepts, strategies, and ideas to both design and non-design stakeholders.
- Understanding of user-centered design principles and a keen eye for detail.
- Knowledge of HTML/CSS, UX/UI principles, and responsive design is a plus.
Benefits
- Private Health Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Training & Development
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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