AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF BEIRUT Career and Placement Services Student Affairs http://www.aub.edu.lb/sao/cps/pages/index.aspx If you wish to be removed from the mailing list of Career and Placement Service, Student Affairs, click on the following hyperlink: http://tinyurl.com/cpsunsubscribe and fill the necessary information. JOB VACANCY FORM X Full-time Part-time Summer-Job Internship Job Title: Senior Web and Graphic Designer / User Experience Designer/ Portal Designer / Flash Designer Application Deadline: Reference Number: 141013-3 Company Description TYPE: x Local X Regional Multinational INDUSTRIAL SECTOR: IT BRIEF FIRM PROFILE/ DESCRIPTION: an Information Technology Business Solutions provider that was founded in the year 1996 by a group of people who set a vision and followed it through by high levels of determination and inspiration. When first started, it was one of the first regional providers of web solutions and was able to prove itself as a reliable business partner. Today, company and colleagues are leaders in the various aspects of enterprise solutions from initial strategic consulting, through development, implementation, project management, and training. Currently, ranks among the top regional IT enterprise solutions providers. Our approach begins by understanding the needs and concerns of our clients not only on a technological level but just as well on the business level. Our industry expertise helps us better advise our clients regarding their IT Business Strategy. Our mission is to put the latest technology to work for the growth of our clients.
With more than 2000 projects in our basket, offers a unique blend of strategic, creative and technical skills. Combine these attributes with our pragmatic approach and commitment to quality and you will understand why so many small, medium and large enterprises select us as their business partner. Our approach revolves around 3 main pillars, customer, partner, and employee. This is the reason for our success. When first started in 1996, our coverage area was quite modest. This day, truly has world-wide coverage with clients all over the globe and branches in Beirut, Dubai, Calgary, Jeddah, and Riyadh and many more to come in the near future. BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: Summary Job Description We are seeking to recruit a Senior Web and Graphic Designer / User Experience Designer/ Portal Designer / Flash Designer specialized in web design and digital marketing. He/she will be responsible to visually represent our client s identity online through development of high-level concepts for online design projects and creating original graphics, style guides, visual standards, icons for designing online sites and portals. He/she should be familiar with the variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures to manage the art department and empower the standard parameters needed to meet the highest and best quality in this field. Responsibilities Lead creative sessions for project kick-offs interpreting the client's business needs and developing a concept to suit their purpose; developing design briefs by gathering information and data through research; thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts; using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time; developing interactive design; Manage multiple projects from concept through completion Supervise and inspire the creative team; generate multiple concepts for a campaign or project Work with internal teams to generate ideas for pitching and proposals Educational background BA in graphic design or similar discipline Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in web design company Technical Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, and DreamWeaver (After Effect, 3D)
Advanced knowledge of HTML, HTML 5 CSS, Flash Action-Script (JavaScript and PHP a plus) Experience in web design: develop the look and feel for sites and is responsible for site navigation design and visual execution Experience in Portal design: the candidate should be an information technology professional. He is responsible for designing the graphics and overall layout of the pages of a website. In addition to having a keen understanding of computer science he must also be artistically inclined. Advanced knowledge in web standards: browser usability, cross-platform compatibility, SEO techniques, etc. Knowledge in SharePoint Branding is a plus JOB LOCATION(S): Lebanon City: Country: DEGREE: Graphic design x Bachelor Master Doctoral Degree Undergraduate Student/ Degree not Necessary Teaching Diploma MAJOR/ EMPHASIS: WORK EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in web design company SKILLS: Required Skills 3-5 years experience working with large-scale web sites, e-marketing, and advertising Must possess a thorough understanding of interactive communications and delivery systems, processes, and user interface design as well as industry best practices Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography & limitations of the web and have the ability to storyboard or translate ideas to designers and develop innovative motion graphics solutions Knowledge of experience design, brand development, interactive commerce and creative process Knowledge of Web site structure and functionality. Print and web design capabilities: must know how to work in both media for integrated campaigns Ability to lead projects from concept to completion. Apply best practices in user interface and interactive design, including image optimization and site mapping Ability to make evaluative judgments Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure with careful attention to details Ability to communicate effectively Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments Ability to create superior, original designs for the Web
Responsible for both the visual appearance and the usability of the web site or portal. Strong conceptual skills, including online software concepts and online experience concepts Strong design style, including creative design solutions within the constraints of the Internet. Understanding of and experience in corporate branding, layout, color theory and typography in both print and digital media. Strong technical knowledge of how web-based technologies apply to web design such as HTML, Flash, CSS, and AJAX. Fluency in current graphic design practices and web production software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe, After Effects, Flash, HTML, CSS. Has demonstrated successful design and integration, and the delivery of projects on time and within the given budget. Solid understanding of client deliverables, and the ability to take responsibility for them. Languages Skills: x English x Arabic French Other: Computer Skills: Other Skills: SALARY Basic Salary Range: Other benefits include: Accommodation Health Insurance Return Ticket Bonus Laptop Mobile Phone Children s Education Transportation Lebanese NSSF None WORKING DAYS: From Monday till Friday WORKING HOURS: From 8:30 a.m. till 5:30 p.m. How to Apply Interested candidates may send their resume and cover letter by email to: Dr. Maryam Ghandour (mg03@aub.edu.lb) specifying the reference number: If you wish to be removed from the mailing list of Career and Placement Service, Student Affairs, click on the following hyperlink: http://tinyurl.com/cpsunsubscribe and fill the necessary information. ALL STUDENTS AND AUB GRADUATES SHOULD ATTACH THEIR UPDATED RESUME AND COVER LETTER WITH EVERY JOB APPLICATION; OTHERWISE, YOUR EMAIL WILL BE DISREGARDED. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact: Dr. Maryam Ghandour American University of Beirut
Career and Placement Services West Hall, Room 112 E P.O. Box 11-0236 Riad El Solh Beirut 1107 2020, Lebanon Tel: +961 1 350000 Ext: 3172 Tel/Fax: +961 1 744 488 E-mail: mg03@aub.edu.lb Website: http://www.aub.edu.lb/sao/cps/pages/index.aspx The job vacancies are for AUB students and alumni ONLY.