We are currently looking for a skilled Graphic Designer to become a part of our visuals team. Your role will involve collaborating with reporters, photographers, and editors to generate captivating graphics, illustrations, maps, diagrams, and other visual components for our digital platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Design graphics, illustrations, charts, maps, etc. to accompany news stories and features. Graphic designers create visual elements that help communicate and enhance the written content.
• Work closely with reporters, editors, and photographers to develop ideas and concepts for how to visualize stories. Collaborate on determining the best graphic approaches to take.
• Quickly design information graphics, tables, charts, maps, etc. to meet tight newsroom deadlines. Being able to turn around graphics quickly is crucial in fast-paced news environments.
• Keep up to date with current events and news to create appropriate and effective graphics about timely topics. Stay knowledgeable about subjects likely to be covered.
• Design graphics specifically for the web and adapt print graphics for online use. Consider how graphics will look on mobile vs desktop.
• Maintain the news organization's graphic standards and style guide. Ensure consistency across all visuals produced.
• Select compelling images, direct photo shoots, and edit photographs to use for news graphics. Images are a key visual component.
• Work with data journalists to visualize data-driven news stories in impactful graphical ways. Turn complex data into clear, engaging visuals.
• Continuously develop and hone visual storytelling skills. Use innovative approaches and techniques to create appealing, informative graphics.
• Keep abreast of current tools, trends, and technologies used in information design and data visualization. Incorporate new graphic types as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge in graphic design, visual design, or a related field such as art or illustration. It is important to have training in design principles and familiarity with design software. (A degree is an asset)
• Proficiency in using design software like Adobe Creative Cloud, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. These tools should be utilized efficiently to create graphics
• Understanding of typography color theory, layout, and composition. It is crucial to know the aspects of design.
• The ability to visualize data, concepts, and narratives effectively. Strong skills in information design are necessary.
• Excellent storytelling abilities. Being able to transform stories into compelling graphics is essential.
• Conceptual skills for generating engaging graphics from scratch.
• Adaptability when it comes to modifying existing graphics or reworking visuals within deadlines. Flexibility is key in this regard.
• Familiarity with events news values and audience interests. Having an understanding of the context and environment is important.
• Writing and editing skills for crafting captions, labels, etc. with attention to detail.
• Project. Organizational skills for handling assignments simultaneously while working well under pressure.
• Teamwork and communication skills for collaboration with reporters, photographers and editors.
• Strong portfolio showcasing news-related design projects.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

If you're a creative and dedicated Graphic Designer, passionate about delivering top-notch designs, we highly encourage you to be a part of our team at Digital House Nepal.