Senior Infographic Designer
South China Morning Post
- 香港
- 長期
- 全職
- Create visual narratives, infographics, data visualisation, and visual explainers for Online (all screens) and Print
- Possess analytical and time-management skills, ability to work on multiple short- and long-range projects simultaneously and around deadlines
- Manage geographic and mapping resources.
- Find, gather, and process raw data and information through field research, interviews, etc. to build static and interactive graphics and visuals stories for the Newsroom and other areas of SCMP
- Work independently at all stages, and join collaborative teams with reporters, engineers, and editors.
- Learn how to use in-house interactive tools to create assets and full dynamic graphics
- Be an artist able to transform abstract concepts into attractive illustrations
- Show initiative in producing original ideas for graphics
- Meet deadlines in the most optimal way
- Investigate and implement new web-related technologies related to user interface design.
- Maintain the structure and design of the projects based on team and user feedback
- Conduct regular research on emerging technologies related to Infographics and Data visualization
- Create mockups of the widgets and projects to share with stakeholders
- Show initiative in giving and executing original ideas for graphics/visualisations
- Help maintain and improve our graphics templates.
- Programming skill for server-side development and back-end functionality is a distinct plus.
- Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design or any other related qualifications\ relevant experience
- Min 3+ years of experience in news media
- Excellent communication skills
- Creative, energetic, and independent with excellent critical thinking and interpersonal skills
- Good level of written and spoken English
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, D3.js, Processing, Figma
- Proficiency in Solid skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects is a plus)
- Proficiency in Experience with information design, data visualization, and visual storytelling
- Proficient project management and organizational skills