Freelance Pitch Deck / Graphic Designer

We are BLACK KITE we are the FUTURE

Black Kite is an independent creative studio offering world class visual effects and design. We are a talent first technology inspired studio.

Our community is home to a collective of world-class talent. A group of artists, creators, designers, producers and technologists that have come together to make exceptional artistic visual content.

What is IMPORTANT to US

We are going to try new things and break some rules.

Our ethos is to build a creative community which has our people and our culture at its heart. We are a community born of the belief that great work should be accessible to all who seek it. 

We believe in a community where people can develop and succeed, we believe in creating a sustainable studio model where we look after our people and inspire them to create the extraordinary.

We believe in taking good care of the environment. We are people who insist on living and working well. 

We don't just say it, we’re doing it!

The BLACK KITE CULTURE

We are creating a team of world-class talent, working with the best creative clients and building an exciting future for everyone who is part of the Black Kite adventure.

We are a studio which has our people and our culture at its heart.

We are proud of our people, our work and our space. We are committed to developing a sustainable creative community. 

We want to create an environment where trying new things is not only possible, but exciting and different.


Our purpose is to make brilliant creative work that engages audiences and lives long in the memory. We love what we do, so we want to have fun while we’re doing it.

The STUDIO DESIGNER role at BLACK KITE 

As Black Kite's Studio Designer, you will work with our Production and Creative teams to create outstanding pitch decks with stunning visuals to help win work and convey what makes Black Kite so unique. You will be responsible for designing all Black Kite branded content. You will work with the Founders and Leadership Team to ensure that all pitch decks and designs meet individual project and client needs and are consistent with the Black Kite brand.

You will design an exciting range of visual assets for both internal and external communications. You will create pitches, presentations, event merchandise, internal company communications, flyers, and social media campaigns.


Responsibilities

• Design visually compelling and engaging pitch decks to win work!

• Collaborate with the Production & Creative teams to understand each project and its requirements, gathering all necessary information.

• Research and source high-quality imagery and video references that align with each project and the director’s visions.

• Create mood boards / style frames

• Design all Black Kite branded content – for both internal and external use

• Maintain a deep understanding of the studio’s creative output, ensuring you can quickly access and provide relevant references for pitches etc

• Continuously review and evolve the studio’s visual identity, contributing fresh ideas to enhance deck design and pitch presentations

• Participate in creative brainstorms and contribute innovative ideas

• Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality with all materials, exercising discretion when communicating with the wider team

• Gather, respond and incorporate feedback in a timely manner.

• Collaborate with external partners, vendors, and agencies as needed.

• Keep on top of the latest design trends, techniques, and technologies to continuously elevate the quality and impact of our pitches and designs.

Why You

• You are a highly creative individual with a solid understanding of core design and branding principles

• You are proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite and a range of presentation software

• You can create new and innovative design concepts and visuals, whilst maintaining the Black Kite brand and tone of voice

• You have a strong understanding of typography and layout principles.

• You have a strong appreciation for and understanding of film-making and cinematography

• You are highly organised

• You are a great team player

• You are an excellent creative problem solver

• You are a great multi-tasker, able to balance priorities effectively.

• You have excellent communication skills – both verbal and written & are confident dealing with people of all levels of seniority

• You are solutions orientated and want to innovate

• You enjoy working in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment

• You enjoy working as part of a team but are also comfortable working alone

Why US?

We want you to grow with us and help us create a sustainable future for everyone who is part of the Black Kite family.

We believe in talent, creativity and innovation.

We believe that Creativity is the differentiator, it sits at the very heart of everything we do and the reason why Black Kite was born.

We back ourselves to grow and be the best, to always improve, but never lose sight of our values and principles.

We care about our people.

At Black Kite we look out for each other and believe in doing things the right way. We place importance on a code of shared ethics and treating people fairly and with respect.

We believe in the power of teamwork and togetherness to achieve the extraordinary – Once a Kite always a Kite.

We are big on ambition. We are excited about the future.

Black Kite Studios are committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of recruitment and employment regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, gender identity or disability (whether registered as disabled or not). If you would like to know more on how we approach equal opportunities, please let us know.