Design Manager (Local Contract)
Company Overview
British International for Education consists of The British School of Kuwait (BSK), The Sunshine Kindergarten (TSK), The British Academy of Sport (BAS) and The British Academy of International Arts (BAIA).
The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is recognised widely as Kuwait's premier school. In terms of the quality of educational provision; resourcing; the achievements of its students; the breadth of the curriculum; the extent of its extra-curricular provision; the commitment to continuing professional development and the embedding of technology into the teaching, learning and management of the school, BSK sets standards that very few other schools can match. Above all, it is renowned for the quality of its students and its teachers. All teachers at BSK are adventurous, capable and ambitious and whilst the average length of stay has been increasing, there remain frequent opportunities for colleagues to apply for positions of extra responsibility. Though BSK demands the highest standards of professionalism from its staff it remains an exciting environment in which to build a career in teaching.
Job Summary
The Graphic Design Manager will be responsible for leading the creative direction and execution of all design-related projects within the school. This role ensures that all visual communications align with the school’s brand identity and effectively engage students, parents, staff, and the wider community. The role requires a highly creative individual with strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
Develop and oversee all graphic design projects, ensuring consistency in branding and visual communication.
Create high-quality marketing materials, including brochures, banners, social media graphics, newsletters, presentations, and event collateral.
Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to develop creative concepts that align with the school’s marketing strategy.
Manage the design and production of digital and print materials for school events, admissions, recruitment campaigns, and internal communications.
Maintain and evolve the school's visual identity, ensuring all materials meet brand guidelines.
Supervise junior designers, freelancers, and external agencies when required.
Work closely with the IT and Media teams to ensure digital design assets are optimized for various platforms.
Keep up to date with design trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance the school’s visual presence.
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in an educational setting or a similar fast-paced environment.
Experience managing creative projects from concept to completion.
Proven experience in leading design teams or working with external creative agencies.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects) and other relevant design software.
Strong understanding of branding, typography, color theory, and layout principles.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
Attention to detail and a high standard of creative execution.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Knowledge of digital marketing, social media design, and website content management.
Photography and video editing skills are highly desirable.
Creative thinker with a passion for design and innovation.
Proactive and self-motivated with a problem-solving mindset.
Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor others.
Commitment to the values and ethos of an international school environment.
Position Requirements
We are seeking a qualified and committed professionals to join our organisation.
Your application should include:
Safeguarding
Prospective candidates should submit the details of at least two previous employers as referees which must be their two most recent employers, covering a minimum of four years of employment, or all of their employment if the candidate has less than four years of experience.
If a candidate has only one previous employer, two references can be provided from the same employer.
For candidates in a school where the line manager is providing a reference, the reference must be countersigned by the Head Teacher or Principal.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal background check and must provide a detailed residential history for the last ten (10) years.
The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is committed to safer recruitment practices.