Creative Graphics & Social Media Officer

Hiring company: Verzatile Media Source: LinkedIn Company Description CREATIVE GRAPHICS & SOCIAL MEDIA OFFICER About Verzatile Media & Filming Ltd. Verzatile Media & Filming Ltd. is a Jamaican media and production company involved in the development, production and promotion of original and client-based entertainment and media content. Our work includes film and television production, music videos, podcasts, talk shows, reality shows, event production and management, movie screenings, artist content, social-media content, script writing and consultations, bookings and management, as well as the development of original entertainment projects. Verzatile is also developing its own productions, events and creative initiatives designed to showcase Jamaican and Caribbean talent, culture and stories to local and international audiences. Position: Creative Graphics & Social Media Officer We are seeking a creative, organized and visually skilled individual to join our team and support the company’s graphic design, motion graphics, production graphics, social-media content and digital marketing needs. The successful candidate will work across the company’s productions, events, campaigns and social-media platforms, creating professional visual content that supports Verzatile’s projects and overall brand direction. Key Responsibilities Graphic Design * Design flyers, posters, advertisements and promotional materials. * Create graphics for shows, films, events, artistes and company projects. * Design social-media posts, stories, banners and promotional artwork. * Create YouTube thumbnails and other digital promotional materials. * Prepare graphics for sponsorships, partnerships and marketing campaigns. Production & Motion Graphics * Create opening and closing sequences for shows and productions. * Design and animate show intros and outros. * Create lower thirds and name/title identifiers. * Create artist, host, guest and interview graphics. * Create title cards, segment graphics and transitions. * Create animated logos and other motion-graphic elements. * Prepare graphics and templates for recurring productions. * Assist with visual graphics required for films, television-style productions and digital programming. * Create promotional teasers, bumpers and other visual assets. Social Media * Assist with planning and maintaining the company’s social-media content calendar. * Create graphics and short-form content for social-media platforms. * Prepare captions and promotional copy where required. * Schedule and publish approved content. * Monitor social-media trends and identify relevant content opportunities. * Assist with maintaining an active and professional online presence for Verzatile and its productions. * Track basic social-media performance and provide content recommendations. Content Creation * Develop creative ideas for social-media and promotional content. * Repurpose production footage and existing company content into digital content. * Assist with promotional campaigns for upcoming shows, films, events and projects. * Work with the production team to identify opportunities for additional promotional content. On-Set Content — Plus, Not a Requirement Experience or interest in capturing behind-the-scenes photographs and video, short-form social-media content, interviews or other promotional material while on set or at events would be an advantage. This is not a primary requirement of the position, but candidates who can comfortably capture additional content when opportunities arise will be considered an asset to the team. Qualifications & Requirements * Demonstrated ability in graphic design and digital content creation. * Strong understanding of visual composition, typography, branding and social-media design. * Ability to create professional graphics for both digital platforms and productions. * Knowledge of motion graphics and animation is highly desirable. * Familiarity with video editing is an advantage. * Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. * Ability to follow creative direction while also contributing original ideas. * Good attention to detail. * Ability to work independently and as part of a production team. * Willingness to work around production schedules when required. Portfolio A portfolio is required. Applicants should provide examples of their previous graphic-design and/or digital-content work. Portfolio examples may include: * Social-media graphics * Flyers and posters * Branding work * Motion graphics * Show intros/outros * Lower thirds * Promotional videos * Digital campaigns * Other relevant creative work Education & Certification Formal education or certification in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Motion Graphics, Multimedia, Marketing or a related field is an advantage. A recognized graphics/design certification is a plus but is not mandatory where the applicant can demonstrate strong practical ability through their portfolio and previous work. What We Are Looking For We are looking for someone who is creative, visually skilled, proactive and adaptable. The ideal candidate should be able to receive a project brief and turn it into professional visual content without requiring every design decision to be provided to them. Experience working with media, entertainment, film, television, events or social-media content is an advantage.