Job Opportunity for UAE Nationals as a Graphic Designer at IKEA

Al Futtaim is looking for an experienced Graphic Designer with a UAE nationality to join the team and work in Dubai for 2021. The Graphic Designer must have the ability to generate new ideas and concepts, the passion for home furnishing, retailing, design and how people live at home, in addition to the ability to visualise and present ideas. The Designer must also be able to work in a fast retail environment, and be enthusiastic about assignments and working with others in a team.

Operational:

1. Install IKEA Trade Name & Word mark are probably projected and strictly observed as set out in the IKEA Trade Mark Manual and Company Policy document.
2. Plan and execute a high level of Graphic solutions by communicating IKEA product features and solutions in all in-store areas.
3. Daily and weekly checks made on implementation and application of graphic displays to ensure consist standards and translations are correct (in line with IKEA visual identity. IKEA Trademark and IKEA pricing as described in the IKEA Manual).
4. Work with Sales and in store logistics by following the work brief process in planning and implementing graphic solutions to support the stores set sales targets and activity calendar.
5. Implement graphic communication (notice board, usage of IKEA furnishing in Offices, signage & Posters) to all sales support areas and non-customers areas in order to maintain the store in accordance to IKEA standards, so that the perception of visitors to those areas is as strong as in the store.

Commercial:

1. Plan and execute any changes to graphic solutions as directed from first GD within the store so that they are in keeping with the store’s current commercial calendar and activities.
2. Develop a deep understanding and knowledge of Graphic Com-In related to IKEA manuals, proven ideas and guidelines (continual usages of toolbox for updates from IKEA Sweden) as set out by IKEA System B.V. in order to improve own skill base and competence (use yearly improvement plan set by Com-In Manager)
3. Obtain a knowledge of competitor’s activities, the local market and customers (communication, marketing adverts and trends in graphic materials) in order to develop awareness of Ikea Customers with the store.

1. Live and share the IKEA values every day.
2. Degree / Diploma in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Interior Design or Architecture.
3. 3 - 5 years' experience as a Graphic Designer, ideally in retail industry.
4. 5 years’ relevant experience within the Communication & Interior Design department in one or more IKEA stores.
5. Must have skills in using sign making equipment and preferably experience in working with MAC graphic software such as Illustrator and InDesign.

About Al Futtaim:

Al-Futtaim’s family business traces its origins back to the 1930s on the banks of the Dubai Creek, a trailblazer for innovative trading concepts designed to enrich lifestyles. Today, Al-Futtaim is present in 29 countries, represents over 200 companies spanning the automotive, finance, retail, and real estate industries, and it is now 42,000 people strong. Currently spanning the automotive, finance, retail, and real estate industries, Al-Futtaim’s diverse and far-reaching portfolio of brands and companies are ever-present in people’s lives, from the shores of Singapore to the sands of the UAE.

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