Location
East London, in person at our studio.

Hours
Full Time - 37.5 hours per week, 5 days per week.

Salary
£32,000 per annum.

About the Role
We are seeking a Graphic Designer to join our team and contribute across a range of projects including digital and motion. You will develop intelligent and original design solutions across brand identity, print, digital, type, and 2D motion. The role involves extending identity systems across websites, digital applications, and 2D motion. You will work closely with Creative Leads on design and production, act as a key client contact on some projects, managing schedules, production, and delivery, and collaborate with the wider team and creative partners. Clear communication of ideas and active participation in creative discussions and critiques within the studio are essential. You will also prepare and confidently deliver creative presentations.

About Us
A Practice for Everyday Life is a creative direction, design, and type studio founded in 2003. We collaborate with cultural institutions, global brands, and individuals to create meaningful, original design through research and consultancy. Our work spans brand identities, campaigns, digital, editorial design, and custom type.

Working at APFEL
Flexible daily working hours around core hours.
An off-site cultural outing bi-monthly visiting galleries, houses, or exhibitions.
Regular studio socials including private openings and events at galleries and museums.
Catered team lunches once a month.
Increased holiday allowance after 3 years.
Studio closure between Christmas and New Year.
Workplace pension scheme.

Experience
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a graphic design role within a creative studio or equivalent, working across projects from concept through to delivery.
Strong graphic design and typographic skills across brand identity, print, and digital design.
Experience or strong interest in 2D motion to bring graphic identities to life, with a desire to develop this skill.
Experience designing responsive websites in Figma with a good understanding of identity systems in digital environments.
Strong technical skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Experience with After Effects, Cavalry, or similar 2D motion software is desirable; interest in developing these skills is important.
Strong understanding of print production with the ability to accurately artwork files and prepare work for production.
Familiarity with Glyphs is a bonus.

About You
Excellent communication, organisational, and time-management skills.
A strong interest in contemporary design, typography, art, and culture.
Collaborative, proactive, curious, and eager to learn.
Enjoy working collaboratively within a creative team.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications required beyond relevant experience and skills; a passion for design and a proactive attitude are essential.