Graphic Designer

Full Time Jouvence, Descente Mario, 5ieme Rue, Yaoundé, Cameroon Posted 18 Oct 2023

About Willan Technologies

Willan Technologies stands at the forefront of integrating IT solutions with a deeply rooted community ethos. With a resolute mission to unleash the power of IT onto organizations, we envision a world where every organization is enriched with the community, possessing the necessary human capital and the latest technological capabilities to elevate their operations, meet international standards, and significantly enhance their sales and revenue generation.

Headquartered at 6555 Busch Blvd, Suite 103, Columbus, OH 43229, USA, and having a vital presence at Jouvence, Descente Mario, 5ieme Rue, Yaoundé, Cameroon, our reach is globally expansive, serving diverse clients across the United States, Canada, Cameroon, and beyond. Our daily operations echo our firm belief that 'Community is the best company culture.' At Willan, we don’t just serve our clients; we intertwine our expertise with their goals, embedding ourselves as a crucial community backbone that amplifies their journey towards unparalleled success.

Every team member at Willan Technologies diligently works to assure that our clients, scattered around the world, not only experience unparalleled IT solutions but also witness their organizational goals coming to fruition. As we navigate through the digital era, our dedicated employees embody the spirit of community, ensuring that our clientele, regardless of geographical boundaries, experiences the robust and positive impact of tailored technological solutions.

In each project, we infuse our value of seeing organizations not just as clients but as integral community members, advocating a symbiotic relationship that propels both Willan and our clients towards a future where technology and humanity coalesce into a potent force of impactful progress and sustained growth.

Job Description

Overview

Joining Willan Technologies as a Graphic Designer places you at the heart of our innovative team in Cameroon, perpetuating our mission to unleash the transformative power of IT onto organizations globally. Our firm, grounded in Columbus, Ohio, and branching out with a vibrant presence in Cameroon and India, envisions a world where every organization is fortified by a thriving community and cutting-edge technological capabilities, inherently elevating their operational standards, sales, and revenue streams.

Purpose of the Role

The Graphic Designer will be a vital contributor to both our internal and client-based projects, wielding their creative prowess to translate conceptual ideas into compelling visual content. Your role will not only be pivotal in enhancing our brand’s visual presence but also in ensuring that our clients’ projects are elevated through striking and effective visual communications.

Primary Responsibilities

Visual Content Creation: Develop comprehensive and impactful visual content, spanning across graphics, layouts, and visuals for varied media like websites, social media, advertisements, and printed materials.

Collaboration: Engage in synergistic collaboration with our marketing, sales, and product teams, ensuring a thorough understanding and visualization of content objectives.

Brand Consistency: Uphold and fortify brand consistency across all platforms and visual content, ensuring a unified visual narrative.

Time and Project Management: Effectively manage your time and prioritize projects to ensure timely delivery and adherence to deadlines.

Creative Contribution: Actively contribute to creative brainstorming sessions, providing innovative insights and ideas.

Review and Revise: Proactively review final layouts, ensuring they are error-free and suggest improvements as necessary.

Secondary Responsibilities

Client Interaction: Occasionally engage with clients to understand their visual requirements and feedback, ensuring that the visual content is aligned with their expectations.

Stay Updated: Consistently keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in graphic design, ensuring your creations are contemporary and relevant.

Team Support: Provide support to junior designers and other team members, fostering an environment of learning and growth.

Multi-Team Collaboration: Occasionally collaborate with global teams, including those in our Columbus, Ohio office, ensuring coherent and harmonized visual outputs.

Your role as a Graphic Designer at Willan Technologies will be pivotal in not just propelling our brand's visual journey forward but also in contributing significantly to the visual narratives crafted for our diverse, global clientele.
 

Minimum Qualifications

Educational Background

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field from a recognized institution.

Professional Experience

  • A minimum of 2 years of proven experience in graphic design.
  • A robust portfolio that demonstrates a strong aesthetic sense and high-level proficiency in design.

Technical Proficiency

  • Mastery of design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
  • Proficient in utilizing other visual design tools and keeping abreast of emerging technologies.

Language Proficiency

Strong communication skills in both English and French to facilitate clear and effective communication with our multicultural team and clientele.

Creative and Analytical Skills

  • Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and implement innovative design ideas.
  • An analytical eye to ensure all designs maintain a high level of quality and consistency.

Team Collaboration

  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to a multicultural working environment.
  • Experience in working with remote teams would be advantageous.

Client-Orientation

  • Ability to comprehend and visualize client requirements and convert them into compelling visual designs.
  • A customer-centric approach to accommodate feedback and make necessary revisions.

Time Management

  • Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to adhere to project timelines and effectively prioritize tasks.

Understanding of Marketing Principles

Basic knowledge of marketing, with an understanding of how to create designs that align with marketing strategies and goals.

Desired (But Not Essential) Qualifications:

  • Certifications in graphic design software or relevant fields.
  • Experience in UI/UX design.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation

Dynamic Salary: We guarantee a competitive starting salary and conduct regular reviews and adjustments to ensure that our employees’ compensation grows, reflecting inflation and cost-of- living changes, to ensure a sustainable and decent living standard.

Comprehensive Benefits

Retirement Planning: A contributory retirement plan to secure your future.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO policies to ensure work-life balance.

Paid Holidays: Paid public holidays to enable you to spend precious moments with your loved ones.

Career Growth & Development

Continuous Learning: Opportunities for continuous learning and development, ensuring you stay abreast of industry trends and advancements.

Career Advancement: A clear pathway for career advancement, ensuring your growth and development within the company.

Inclusive & Diverse Culture

Community Focus: As a company that prides itself on being a community backbone, you will be part of a culture that values and fosters community involvement and social responsibility.

Diverse & Inclusive Environment: Be part of a global team that respects and celebrates diversity, ensuring an inclusive working environment.

Global Exposure

Multinational Experience: Engage with our global clientele, providing services across the United States, Canada, Cameroon, and beyond, enriching your professional experience with international exposure.

Cross-Cultural Interaction: Collaborate with a multicultural team, providing opportunities for cross-cultural interactions and learning.

Global Collaboration: Embrace the opportunity to collaborate with our teams globally, including our skilled teams in the United States and in India, enhancing your professional network and facilitating cross-border knowledge exchange.

Supportive Work Environment

Employee Support: A supportive organizational structure that prioritizes employee well-being and success.

Collaborative Atmosphere: A work environment that fosters collaboration and collective problem-solving.

At Willan Technologies, we firmly believe that our success is intertwined with the success of our employees. We are committed to providing an environment that not only nurtures your professional growth and development but also attends to your well-being and quality of life.

Become a part of Willan Technologies, where we journey together towards a future that innovates and cares.

How to Apply

To become a part of our vibrant team, submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, through our website (willantech.com) or to careers@willantech.com.

Application Deadline: Friday, November 3rd, 2023

Contact Information

U.S. Office: 6555 Busch Blvd, Suite 103, Columbus, OH 43229
Cameroon Office: Jouvence, Descente Mario, 5ieme Rue, Yaoundé
Website: www.willantech.com

Willan Technologies is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and learning environment for every member.