Midweight Designer

A bit about usWe are ZEAL, a brand activation group that helps fast-moving brands grow faster by turning apathy into action in the moments that matter most. Powered by our ZEAL-EQ process, we create powerful emotional engagement, unlock hidden shopper buying triggers and give brands the ‘cheat codes’ to win in their key retail channels. We work with leading global brands including Nestlé, Carlsberg Britvic, Suntory, Kraft Heinz, Kellanova, Arla, Bacardi, Essity, Froneri, Weetabix and Revlon. While this role is aimed at a Midweight Designer, we’d also love to hear from exceptional Junior Designers who are ready to take the next step in their career. What you’ll be doingCreating standout visual ideas and campaign assets across a range of channels and touchpointsTaking projects from initial concepts and research through to final artwork and deliveryWorking across a broad portfolio of global and UK brandsCollaborating closely with Creative, Client Services, Strategy and Production teams to bring ideas to lifePresenting and articulating your design thinking with confidence, both internally and directly with clientsSupporting and inspiring junior team members, helping raise creative standards across the studioExploring new tools, technologies and creative workflows that enhance the quality and effectiveness of our workWhat you’ll bring to the roleExperience as a midweight designer or similar level in a creative agency is a mustA polished portfolio of design work, including creating toolkits for FMCG (or similar) clientsThe ability to generate exceptional design ideas put together with precision, craft and polishProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop.Good organisational skills and a high attention to detailExperience working collaboratively within a teamAbility to communicate clearly and concisely to both creative and non‑creatives stakeholders.What You’ll GetThe opportunity to work on ambitious projects for leading global brandsA collaborative and supportive team environment where creativity is encouraged and celebratedOngoing training, mentoring and development opportunitiesExposure to emerging creative tools, AI workflows and innovative ways of workingThe chance to shape your career within one of the UK’s fastest growing independent agenciesA team that genuinely invests in helping its people grow, develop and do the best work of their careersHow we reward you24 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)Contributory pension schemeAnnual company bonus schemePrivate Medical InsuranceLife AssuranceContinuous learning and developmentEnhanced parental benefitsAdditional benefitsThe last Friday of every quarter is a ZEAL Day offChristmas closureWork from home budget to help you achieve your dream set upDog friendly officesA wealth of social events from our seasonal gatherings to our quarter review get togethers