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At Out of the Ark Music our vision is for songs for the whole of life, and a world alive with singing. One thing our team all have in common is that we believe in the power of music to change the lives of children and, well... everyone! If that sounds like something you want to be a part of, you can check out our current job vacancies below.

MID-WEIGHT DESIGNER
 
 

Job Title: Mid-weight Designer
Full-time: 5 days per week
Hybrid role: Based at our Hampton office with regular remote working
Start date: Immediate
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (details on application)


The Role:
We’re looking for a Mid-Weight Designer to join our in-house creative team, delivering high-quality, engaging design across our brand. You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team working on creative projects with real-world impact.

A key part of the role is designing for educational audiences, creating clear, accessible and engaging visuals that support learning and resonate with teachers, children and wider school communities. You’ll work across Marketing, Publishing, and Development & Partnerships, working closely with our Senior Designer, Junior Graphic Designer and external partners to take projects from concept through to delivery.


Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing engaging visual content across print and digital platforms, including marketing materials, advertising, social media assets and web design
  • Creating product cover designs (books and CDs), book setting and related digital assets
  • Collaborating with the digital team on web and interface-related design tasks, including basic wireframing and prototyping
  • Contributing to animations and supporting concept development for video and photo shoots
  • Working with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver projects to a high standard
  • Mentoring and supporting a Junior Graphic Designer
  • Confidently presenting and communicating design decisions

If you enjoy colourful, characterful design, have a strong eye for detail and thrive in a collaborative environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive in-house team.


About you:

  • 3–5 years’ experience in a graphic design role
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, versatility and attention to detail across print and digital
  • Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience with After Effects is desirable but not essential
  • Excellent understanding of layout, typography and digital design principles
  • Illustration skills essential
  • Experience delivering work across print, digital and social platforms
  • Familiarity with tools such as Figma, Axure, Sketch or equivalent (beneficial rather than essential)
  • Strong communication skills and confidence working with a range of stakeholders

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience, along with examples of recent work (PDF or portfolio link), to georgia@outoftheark.com.

Closing date for all applications is 26th January 2026. Interviews will be held in Hampton, Middlesex shortly afterwards.