Job Description
conceive, prototype, and deliver 360-degree campaign solutions for our clients most complex challenges.
Our designers are expected to think big, challenge convention, and help shape how IBMs solutions are
brought to life visually and experientially.
If you are passionate about being part of a high-performing, like-minded creative communitylocally and
globallywith strong
opportunities for mentorship and career growth, this role oIers exposure to some of IBMs most strategic
pursuits.
Work Youll Deliver
As members of the Strategic Sales team, Senior Design Strategists synthesize complex and varied
information from numerous inputs into cohesive, compelling stories delivered through presentations,
posters, videos, websites, and other digital and physical assets for large strategic sales opportunities.
Candidates must be comfortable engaging with senior executives, quickly grasping complex technical and
commercial constructs, and recommending visual strategies that translate client solutions into engaging,
persuasive deliverables.
The team much like an external design agency, often working to tight, client-driven timelines. The ability to
think creatively, prioritise eIectively, and remain calm under pressure is essential. We are also championing
AI across everything we do and are looking for designers who are confident using AI-enabled features within
Adobe and other creative tools to enhance speed, quality, and creativity under demanding deadlines.
Project work will include both independent and highly collaborative eIorts within an organisation that values
quality, eIective communication, creative problem-solving, and professional growth.
What Were Looking For
Strong self-confidence with outstanding written and verbal communication skills
AI champion: a designer who actively uses AI to accelerate and enhance creative outputs
Fluency across design and prototyping tools, including Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign,
Photoshop, After EIects, XD), Microsoft PowerPoint, and Keynote
Natural ability to re-imagine complex information structures in ways that add tangible value to client
engagements
Strong collaboration, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to manage ambiguity and work professionally and calmly under pressure against tight client
deadlines
Proven experience collaborating with global teams and senior stakeholders across multiple time zones
Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Proactive and constructive approach to design critique and feedback from both creative and non-creative
stakeholders
Demonstrated leadership capability, including providing guidance and feedback to more junior designers
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
Working knowledge of motion design, video, and web
Plus: After EIects animation and videography experience
Plus: Exposure to front-end web technologies (HTML5, CSS, cloud hosting and development)
Requirements
Required Qualifications and Expectations
5+ years of relevant professional design experience, preferably within an agency or consultancy
environment
Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in composition, typography, colour, and visual communication
fundamentals
Willingness to travel up to 50% across the MEA region
Degree in Graphic Design or a related design discipline
Foundational field of study in Graphic / Visual Design, Multimedia Design, Digital Design, or related
disciplines (including
AI-enabled design
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