About us

Dune London is the leading affordable luxury footwear and accessories brand in the UK, with broad distribution across both the UK and internationally. It has 50 stores in the UK and over 100 in 25 countries around the world. The company is entering a period of sustained growth both through additional stores, expansion of sales on its online channels and through third party partners both in the UK and globally. Celebrating its 30th anniversary the group has over the years built an enviable position as the specialist in quality fashion footwear and accessories which has given it a unique position at the high end of the high street.

About the role

The Lead Designer is responsible for supporting with the delivery of the visual creative direction and execution of the Dune London brand suite across all channels. The role will ensure that the Dune London DNA is present and correct in all visual communications and will act as guardian across all brands in the portfolio to ensure a premium visual product at all times.

We are looking for a proactive and ambitious designer who is conceptually, strong, self-motivated and has a history of working on several projects at one time.

1 Year FTC

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads with all visual/graphic communications, including but not limited to; print, digital (website, digital advertising, social, email) and film/video.
• Leads on photoshoots when necessary
• Comfortable getting hands on with projects and BAU when necessary.
• Works to tight deadlines and is an excellent end to end project manager.
• Has an understanding, or an interest in learning how to produce campaigns from conception through to media delivery.
• Can identify and engage high quality external talent and suppliers as and when required.
• Is a highly creative individual who is adept at relationship building with internal and external clients.
• Project management is an important aspect of this role so an understanding of project processes and project management systems is essential.
• Constantly scans new technologies, approaches, trends and opportunities to offer as solutions both instore and online.
• Works across the organisation forging strong relationships to deliver results.
• Is customer centric at all times and promotes the voice of the customer across all Dune London business units.
• Maintains an expert level of knowledge and to be aware of industry developments and innovations at all times.
• Constantly look for new opportunities and regularly make suggestions as to how things can be improved.

EXPERIENCE / SKILLS REQUIRED:

• 5 - 6 years’ experience in a graphic design role with a proven record of success and delivery
• Fashion retail / agency experience
• Relevant degree or professional qualification
• Extensive experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
• Outstanding creative abilities & attention to detail
• Exceptional project management abilities and highly organised
• Self-motivated, positive and passionate about design – a strong work ethic and positive approach is crucial
• Strong background and understanding in print and digital design best practice
• Experience in working with large print elements (Billboard design, Taxi and Underground wraps, large outdoor advertising)
• Experience supporting and coaching Junior Designers
• Ability to collaborate and co-create
• A team player who enjoys collaboration and being challenged artistically
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of HTML and CSS
• Familiar with UX and UI industry standards and best practice
• Skills in Adobe Premiere Pro and/or Dreamweaver and After Effects would be advantageous

About the perks

• Blended working – spreading your time across our office and remote working

• Brand new sustainable office in bustling West London (near Westfield)

• Friendly and open culture with flat structures allowing plenty of opportunity for development.

• Company growth and opportunity; Dune is opening new stores and channels and evolving all the time

• Open-minded company, welcoming thoughts and ideas to be shared

• Working with charitable organisations to help raise funds and give something back. Our current charity partner is Mental Health UK.

• 60% employee discount on Dune products – what’s not to love!

• 25 days holiday (plus the bank holidays)

• Cycle2work and season ticket loans

• Company pension scheme

• Life assurance for all team members

• We look after our people

• 3.00 p.m. finish every pay day Friday!

• Team socials and drinks – we like to have fun!

• Access to our employee assistance programme, retailTRUST, who provide loads of resources to support with wellbeing and personal development offer free counselling legal advice and financial guidance.

• Our own Wellbeing Allies – there to talk when you need them.

What happens next?

We will take a good look at your application and if we don’t feel we are right for you, we’ll make sure we let you know but sadly we are not able to give tailored feedback.

If we are excited to find out more about you, we will give you a call and arrange to talk.

A few things that might help:

• Research the brand, the role, your interviewer on LinkedIn; browse our website; and visit a store if you can

• Make sure you have plenty of examples to show off all your amazing skills and experience relevant to this role