Finalizer

Who We Are

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a highly skilled Finalizer to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess a deep understanding of layout, type, and color, and be able to follow instructions from the Creative team. Proficiency in InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is a must, along with the ability to work under tight deadlines and produce final files for output with necessary specifications.

What You'll Be Doing

• Present design treatment options
• Create final artworks within deadlines
• Amend designs according to client feedback
• Manage publishing and production house expectations
• Review and proof all creative deliverables
• Write detailed job orders for production houses and suppliers
• Track project production process to ensure quality and timely delivery
• Work on animation, web design, video editing, and other graphics software
• Receive layouts and adjust according to creative requests
• Make changes the client may require
• Make final corrections to texts
• Send files to pre-press house for printing
• Apply quality control checks and send final proofs
• File final artwork to archives (CD or DVD) and maintain them
• Deliver material proactively and perform at a high level with minimal guidance
  
  

What You'll Need

• Degree in graphic design
• Knowledge with: Adobe premiere, Adobe after effect, Adobe animate, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe illustrator.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a production house using required software
• Flexibility in handling many modifications in a short period of time
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to grasp client needs and consider practical solutions
• Attention to detail
• Ability to balance work on several projects at a time
• Matter-of-fact approach when ideas or designs are rejected
• Willingness to work long hours to meet critical deadlines
• Meticulous, patient, versatile, and reliable
• Time management skills
• Highly creative with a sharp eye for details
• Strong leadership qualities, precise, ambitious, and dedicated to work
• Flexible team-player who supports colleagues at all times
• Hard worker who can handle pressure and multiple jobs in an organized manner
• Ability to get instructions from multiple persons and follow orders precisely
  
  

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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