Multidisciplinary Designer Graphic
Cairo VAES – Design & Creative / Full Time / On-site
e.construct We are an engineering firm that specializes in providing elegant engineering solutions for complex challenges. is a fast-growing firm with 7 offices around the world. At our core, we question how the very nature of how to evolve the structures that we inhabit to increase their performance and value.
we design structures such as bridges, high-rise design, precast concrete engineering and post-tensioning design. The firm's core work is structural engineering; however, is increasingly holistic at its approach to buildings and it has divisions in MEP, Geotechnical and emerging construction technology such as 3D printing of concrete, technology and 3D laser scanning.
We are a tech startup that is being incubated in the technology lab of and we employ technology to empower and eventually transform engineering.
VAES’s mission is to reduce the amount of raw materials we design in our buildings and bridges by using optimization algorithms and machine learning.
VAES consists of a team of software developers, civil engineers, machine learning experts, architects and graphic designers that builds tools that engineers can use to design and manufacture the next generation of cities.
Role Summary
We are looking for a
Multidisciplinary Designer who is passionate about the intersection of design, communication, and knowledge. A method (design); an objective (communication); and a medium (vision).
Working on the interpretation, organization, and visual presentation of messages; attention toward form and style should go hand in hand with attention toward content. Beyond aesthetic appeal, this role has to work with the planning and structuring, production, and evaluation of communications.
Responsibilities
+ Produce a range of web and print projects including pitches, brochures, advertisements, invitations, email banners, and web graphics.
+ Ideate and develop illustrations to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate.
+ Develop branding visual assets, logo, typography, colour pallets, and brand application.
+ Implement and maintain a high standard of design, format, and production, while adhering to brand standards.
+ Resolve complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions.
+ Provide design solutions with the ability to backup design decisions.
Designer skills
+ Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles, including typography knowledge.
+ Creativity and originality, fluency of ideas.
+ Pre-press and production experience.
+ Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
+ Excellent organizational and time-management skills, ability to juggle multiple projects.
+ Ability to listen well and accept constructive input from team members and managers.
+ Ability to present design concepts and articulate ideas on how design can be improved.
+ Ability to handle tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
+ Ability to collaborate and work with a team.
+ Self-directed, adaptable, and flexible.
+ Have strong verbal and written communication skills to convey your work.
+ Some experience working with video (nice to have)
Software Proficiency Skills
+ Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop
+ Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator
+ Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign
+ Adobe Freehand
+ Microsoft: PowerPoint
+ Microsoft: Word
+ Sketch (bonus)
+ Sketchup (bonus)
+ Adobe After Effects (bonus)
+ Adobe Premiere Pro (bonus)
Basic Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s degree in design or related field with 3-5 years’ of professional graphic design experience; in-house/corporate experience preferred.
+ The ideal candidate has a strong creative design portfolio, strong verbal and written communication skills, and should be a self-motivated, team player.
+ English: Strong verbal and written communication.
