Creative Design Assistant
| Posting date: | 22 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 February 2026 |
| Location: | Leicester, Leicestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KNIGHTON INC LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | KN2026_2142_107 |
Summary
Job Summary:
The role of Creative Design Assistant to support our visual design and multimedia content production. The role is ideal for a highly creative and detail-oriented professional who brings both technical knowledge and artistic flair to visual communications. This position will contribute to the development of customer-centric visual content, branding assets, motion graphics, animations, digital presentations, and promotional material. The role is based at our Leicester office.
Mandatory Requirements:
• A minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in graphic or multimedia design.
• Demonstrated experience using creative designing tools (Canva, CapCut, Lightroom, InShot, VN).
• Portfolio showcasing branding, illustration, animation or digital media design.
• Experience producing visual assets for digital marketing, websites, social media, and video content.
• Familiarity with design principles for both print and digital platforms.
• Proven ability to liaise with stakeholders to interpret briefs and meet commercial goals.
Job Description (Main Duties and Responsibilities):
• Deliver complex solutions aligned with client and organisational objectives.
• Work closely with the marketing and content teams to conceptualise and create visually compelling designs across a range of digital and print assets.
• Collaborate directly with clients and project stakeholders to clarify creative briefs, project timelines, media formats, and brand guidelines.
• Create and deliver high-quality graphics, illustrations, infographics, animated videos, and interactive design prototypes.
• Undertake research into project requirements, understand target audiences, and suggest appropriate visual storytelling methods.
• Prepare mock-ups, mood boards, wireframes, and other pre-visualisation materials.
• Assist in post-production editing for marketing videos, UI animations, explainer reels, and ad banners.
• Maintain visual brand consistency across all deliverables.
• Liaise with printers, developers, and production vendors as necessary.
• Ensure all outputs are optimised for web, mobile, and high-resolution media formats.
• Comply with internal QA processes, timelines, and project documentation standards.
Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Needed:
• A recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Graphic Design, Multimedia Arts, Communication Design, or a related field.
• Knowledge of UX/UI principles, design systems, and accessibility standards.
• Ability to handle multiple design projects and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality, originality, and brand alignment.
• Good understanding of typography, colour theory, and layout design.
Other Key Skills:
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• A self-starter with creative intuition and initiative.
• Ability to take feedback constructively and iterate designs accordingly.
• Time management and organisation skills.
• Awareness of digital trends and emerging design technologies.
Qualifications & Education:
Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant field. Postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications are an advantage.
Compensation:
The role offers a competitive annual salary in the range of GBP 25000 to GBP 35000, depending on skills and prior experience.
Application Timeline:
• Opening Date: 22 January 2026
• Closing Date: 21 February 2026
Selection Process:
Shortlisted candidates will progress through a multi-stage evaluation process, which includes:
• CV and application screening – applications not meeting all mandatory requirements will be rejected.
• A practical technical/case-based test aligned with real project scenarios.
• Technical and competency-based interviews.
• Final reference validation prior to offer.
Employment Type:
This is a full-time, permanent position.
The role of Creative Design Assistant to support our visual design and multimedia content production. The role is ideal for a highly creative and detail-oriented professional who brings both technical knowledge and artistic flair to visual communications. This position will contribute to the development of customer-centric visual content, branding assets, motion graphics, animations, digital presentations, and promotional material. The role is based at our Leicester office.
Mandatory Requirements:
• A minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in graphic or multimedia design.
• Demonstrated experience using creative designing tools (Canva, CapCut, Lightroom, InShot, VN).
• Portfolio showcasing branding, illustration, animation or digital media design.
• Experience producing visual assets for digital marketing, websites, social media, and video content.
• Familiarity with design principles for both print and digital platforms.
• Proven ability to liaise with stakeholders to interpret briefs and meet commercial goals.
Job Description (Main Duties and Responsibilities):
• Deliver complex solutions aligned with client and organisational objectives.
• Work closely with the marketing and content teams to conceptualise and create visually compelling designs across a range of digital and print assets.
• Collaborate directly with clients and project stakeholders to clarify creative briefs, project timelines, media formats, and brand guidelines.
• Create and deliver high-quality graphics, illustrations, infographics, animated videos, and interactive design prototypes.
• Undertake research into project requirements, understand target audiences, and suggest appropriate visual storytelling methods.
• Prepare mock-ups, mood boards, wireframes, and other pre-visualisation materials.
• Assist in post-production editing for marketing videos, UI animations, explainer reels, and ad banners.
• Maintain visual brand consistency across all deliverables.
• Liaise with printers, developers, and production vendors as necessary.
• Ensure all outputs are optimised for web, mobile, and high-resolution media formats.
• Comply with internal QA processes, timelines, and project documentation standards.
Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Needed:
• A recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Graphic Design, Multimedia Arts, Communication Design, or a related field.
• Knowledge of UX/UI principles, design systems, and accessibility standards.
• Ability to handle multiple design projects and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality, originality, and brand alignment.
• Good understanding of typography, colour theory, and layout design.
Other Key Skills:
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• A self-starter with creative intuition and initiative.
• Ability to take feedback constructively and iterate designs accordingly.
• Time management and organisation skills.
• Awareness of digital trends and emerging design technologies.
Qualifications & Education:
Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant field. Postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications are an advantage.
Compensation:
The role offers a competitive annual salary in the range of GBP 25000 to GBP 35000, depending on skills and prior experience.
Application Timeline:
• Opening Date: 22 January 2026
• Closing Date: 21 February 2026
Selection Process:
Shortlisted candidates will progress through a multi-stage evaluation process, which includes:
• CV and application screening – applications not meeting all mandatory requirements will be rejected.
• A practical technical/case-based test aligned with real project scenarios.
• Technical and competency-based interviews.
• Final reference validation prior to offer.
Employment Type:
This is a full-time, permanent position.