Deckhand

Roles and responsibilities

We are seeking a talented Deck Designer to join our team at a prestigious global consultancy based in Dubai. This short-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects while working remotely. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in presentation design, with a keen eye for aesthetics and a proven ability to produce visually compelling slides.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Deck Designer, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Content Review: Reviewing and enhancing existing slide content to ensure clarity and visual appeal. This involves critically assessing the narrative and making suggestions for improvement.

• Cohesive Design Creation: Creating cohesive designs that align with our brand guidelines. You will ensure that the overall aesthetic reflects our company’s identity and values.

• Graphic Integration: Incorporating graphics, charts, and images to support the narrative effectively. Your design choices will enhance the communication of key messages.

• Style Consistency: Ensuring consistency in style, fonts, and colors across all slides. This consistency will contribute to a professional and polished final product.

• Collaboration: Working closely with team members to understand presentation goals and key messages. Your input will be vital in aligning designs with strategic objectives.

• Revisions: Making revisions based on feedback to refine the final product. Flexibility and responsiveness to feedback will be crucial in delivering the best results.

If you are a creative and detail-oriented designer with a passion for presentation design, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within a dynamic consultancy environment.

Desired candidate profile

Qualifications:

To excel in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications:

1. Experience: A proven track record in presentation design is essential, particularly with PowerPoint or similar tools. Candidates should have substantial experience creating decks that effectively communicate complex ideas in an engaging manner.

2. Portfolio: A strong portfolio showcasing previous deck design work is required. This should demonstrate versatility in design styles and the ability to adapt to different content types.

3. Graphic Design Skills: Proficiency in graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, is advantageous. Familiarity with design principles and techniques will enhance your ability to create visually striking presentations.

4. Attention to Detail: The ability to focus on the finer points of design and presentation is crucial. A passion for aesthetics will help ensure that every slide not only conveys the message but does so in a visually appealing way.

5. Time Management: Candidates must be able to work efficiently under tight deadlines, managing multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality.

6. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary. The ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders will be essential in understanding presentation goals and key messages.