Senior Illustrator

About this job

<p data-path-to-node="5"><strong data-path-to-node="5" data-index-in-node="0">About Us:</strong></p> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-181" data-path-to-node="6"><span data-path-to-node="6,0">Ranked in 2024 by the Financial Times, Moniepoint is Africa’s fastest growing fintech, trusted by over <strong data-path-to-node="6,0" data-index-in-node="103">10 million business and individual accounts</strong>, processing <strong data-path-to-node="6,0" data-index-in-node="159">billions of Naira’s in transactions monthly</strong></span><span data-path-to-node="6,2">.

Key details

• Our mission is to enable financial happiness for every African, everywhere</span><span data-path-to-node="6,4">.</span></p> <p data-path-to-node="8"><strong data-path-to-node="8" data-index-in-node="0">About this role:</strong></p> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-182" data-path-to-node="9"><span data-path-to-node="9,0">We are looking for a talented Illustrator to create original pieces of artwork for Moniepoint products</span><span data-path-to-node="9,2">.
• You will work as part of our User Experience, digital & creative team<span class="citation-75 citation-end-75">, interpreting complex briefs and developing inspiring artwork that will attract our target audience</span></span><span data-path-to-node="9,4"><span class="citation-74 citation-end-74">.
• You will be responsible for formulating concepts and rendering draft illustrations from written w</span>ords, models, sketched ideas, and from your imagination</span><span data-path-to-node="9,6">.
• Ultimately, we are hiring a creative individual who can turn concepts into artistic marketable images</span><span data-path-to-node="9,8">.</span></p> <p data-path-to-node="11"><strong data-path-to-node="11" data-index-in-node="0">Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="12"> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-183" data-path-to-node="12,0,0"><span data-path-to-node="12,0,0,0">Prepare rough draft illustrations according to requirements and the company’s specifications and needs</span><span data-path-to-node="12,0,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-184" data-path-to-node="12,1,0"><span data-path-to-node="12,1,0,0">Create complete illustrations and refine design concepts using a wide range of colors, graphics, effects, and illustration software</span><span data-path-to-node="12,1,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-185" data-path-to-node="12,2,0"><span data-path-to-node="12,2,0,0">Apply isometric techniques to add perspective to complex visual shapes</span><span data-path-to-node="12,2,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-186" data-path-to-node="12,3,0"><span data-path-to-node="12,3,0,0">Ensure that all digital illustrations meet high quality and color standards</span><span data-path-to-node="12,3,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-187" data-path-to-node="12,4,0"><span data-path-to-node="12,4,0,0">Brainstorm with the design team to come up with new creative ideas, patterns, visual styles, and concepts</span><span data-path-to-node="12,4,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-188" data-path-to-node="12,5,0"><span data-path-to-node="12,5,0,0">Stay up-to-date with emerging design techniques, industry trends, and graphics software</span><span data-path-to-node="12,5,0,2">.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p data-path-to-node="14"><strong data-path-to-node="14" data-index-in-node="0">Experience & Background:</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="15"> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-189" data-path-to-node="15,0,0"><span data-path-to-node="15,0,0,0">Bachelor's degree in fine arts, design, visual arts, or a related field</span><span data-path-to-node="15,0,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-190" data-path-to-node="15,1,0"><span data-path-to-node="15,1,0,0">At least 4-5 years of proven work experience as an Illustrator, Graphic Designer, or similar visual design role</span><span data-path-to-node="15,1,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-191" data-path-to-node="15,2,0"><span data-path-to-node="15,2,0,0">A strong portfolio demonstrating a diverse range of completed illustrations</span><span data-path-to-node="15,2,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-192" data-path-to-node="15,3,0"><span data-path-to-node="15,3,0,0">Proven hands-on work experience using computer-aided design (CAD) software</span><span data-path-to-node="15,3,0,2">.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p data-path-to-node="17"><strong data-path-to-node="17" data-index-in-node="0">Skills & Competencies:</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="18"> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-193" data-path-to-node="18,0,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,0,0,0">Advanced drawing, painting, and digital artwork rendering skills</span><span data-path-to-node="18,0,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-194" data-path-to-node="18,1,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,1,0,0">Deep expertise in image editing and design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop</span><span data-path-to-node="18,1,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-195" data-path-to-node="18,2,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,2,0,0">Strong conceptual thinking and artistic problem-solving abilities</span><span data-path-to-node="18,2,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-196" data-path-to-node="18,3,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,3,0,0">Ability to manage time effectively, work under pressure, and meet strict deadlines</span><span data-path-to-node="18,3,0,2">.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p data-path-to-node="20"><strong data-path-to-node="20" data-index-in-node="0">What Success Looks Like in This Role:</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="21"> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-197" data-path-to-node="21,0,0"><span data-path-to-node="21,0,0,0">Consistently transforming abstract product ideas into engaging, marketable visual assets across touchpoints</span><span data-path-to-node="21,0,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-198" data-path-to-node="21,1,0"><span data-path-to-node="21,1,0,0">High brand aesthetic consistency and technical alignment across all digital art and user experiences</span><span data-path-to-node="21,1,0,2">.</span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-199" data-path-to-node="21,2,0"><span data-path-to-node="21,2,0,0">Active creative collaboration with design teams to co<span class="citation-72 citation-73 citation-end-73">ntinually elevate Moniepoint's visual language and illustration standards</span></span><span data-path-to-node="21,2,0,2"><span class="citation-70 citation-71 citation-end-71">.</span></span></p> </li> <li> <p id="p-rc_f8e923bbc18c0cc5-200" data-path-to-node="21,3,0"><span data-path-to-node="21,3,0