Graphic Designer and Content Strategist

Company Overview:

Based out of Imperial College London’s Innovation Hub, Polymateria is a British innovator with a unique solution to the 32% of plastic that escapes into nature every year. Our Lyfecycle self-destructing plastic technology is tested and approved to the latest robust global standards, ensuring plastic will safely biodegrade within two years if it leaks into the environment, leaving behind no microplastics or toxins.

While there is no silver bullet to the plastic pollution crisis, we are a passionate and committed team with a bold mission to stop 450 million tonnes of plastic from reaching our oceans by 2040. To spread the word about our technology, we have partnered with disruptive brands across multiple sectors, from music festivals (Afro Nation) to sporting events (Extreme E, Rugby Football Union, Chicago Marathon), public conferences (COP26, Davos, London Science Week), and more. There is never a dull moment!

We are rapidly expanding our business and are looking for an experienced Graphic Designer and Content Strategist to join our small but mighty marketing team.

Job Overview:

We’re on the hunt for a talented and dynamic Graphic Designer and Content Strategist to join our creative team. This role offers a unique chance to own the entire content cycle – from trend analysis and ideation to strategy, design delivery, and social media amplification.

If you have a solid grasp of Adobe Creative Suite but are yearning for a more strategic role with greater responsibilities, then this position is perfect for you!

As a small company with many projects ongoing at the same time, we need someone who is agile, can work under pressure without losing creativity and is looking for a steep learning curve.

Responsibilities:

• Create visually appealing designs using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign for projects ranging from social media to packaging designs to designing print-ready materials.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and delivery of high-quality designs.
• Collaborate with printers and external agencies to ensure accurate and high-quality production of materials.
• Work collaboratively with the creative team and stakeholders to conceptualize and design captivating visuals.
• Maintain attention to detail and consistently deliver designs that meet project requirements and objectives.
• Create and manage social media scheduling calendars.
• Create a content strategy to engage various stakeholder groups on the issue of plastic pollution e.g. consumers, community leaders, and government officials.
• Work closely with influencers, NGOs and some of the biggest FMCG companies in the world to co-create engaging campaigns against plastic pollution.
• Storyboard creative content, brief video crew and editors, influencers and oversee the overall development of video assets.
• Set up organic and paid social media campaigns, report insights and implement learnings.
• Bring creativity and fresh perspectives to content projects, pushing boundaries and exploring innovative approaches in line with the latest trends.

Requirements:

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Strong understanding of campaign development and execution.
• Ability to use AI tools effectively.
• Creative thinker who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work across multiple projects and manage priorities effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• 2-3 years of experience in graphic design, either agency or client-side.
• 2+ years of experience running digital organic/paid media campaigns.
• Enthusiasm, drive, and the ability to communicate with and relate to people from all backgrounds.
• Passion to address climate change issues and inspire action.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Preferred Attributes:

• Active social media presence, with a passion for directing, producing, and creating different forms of content.
• Graphic Design skills (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign).
• Production experience: storyboarding, writing shot lists, script writing, directing shoots on the ground.

What We Offer:

• A hybrid working model within a vibrant and growing international team with a passion to drive the mission to tackle plastic pollution. Options to work at our West London office or fully remote, depending on your location.
• Creative freedom to develop content and collateral with some of the biggest brands in the world.
• A chance to work on exciting brand partnership campaigns across the globe and build your design portfolio (previous destinations include Greenland, Senegal, India, and Puerto Rico to name a few).
• A supportive team with a mission to fight plastic pollution!
• Opportunity to build your team and be one of the first marketing team members of a rapidly growing startup.

Application Instructions:

If you think this could be you then apply for this position by submitting:

• Your resume
• Cover letter (no more than 1 page)
• A portfolio showcasing your graphic design and content strategy work (link not compulsory, but strongly encouraged)

to md@polymateria.com

Please include “Graphic Designer and Content Strategist Application” in the subject line. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview and paid trial day.

We embrace diversity and are committed to welcoming everyone, irrespective of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability. To fight the plastic pollution crisis effectively, we need a team of diverse perspectives and backgrounds!

We value your time and appreciate you applying to this role – we are looking forward to reading your application!