Graphic Designer

Company: HireStakes
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Location: Edinburgh
Job Description:

Hirestakes client is an innovative gaming studio creating engaging digital entertainment experiences that challenge conventions and leave a lasting impression on players. Combining creative vision with player psychology, data-driven insights, and extensive industry expertise, the studio develops high-quality products designed to captivate global audiences.

The Role

Hirestakes client is seeking a talented Graphic Designer who can translate the personality and energy of its products into memorable brand identities, engaging marketing and social content, and high-quality commercial materials. This role will help shape how Hirestakes client is perceived by both B2B and B2C audiences through impactful presentations, partner-facing materials, and engaging digital content.

Key Responsibilities

Product Branding & Creative Assets

  • Design logos, visual identities, and branding systems for product launches
  • Create promotional visuals and marketing assets for digital platforms
  • Develop and maintain partner asset packs, including product sheets and branded materials
  • Adapt and localise creative assets for international markets
  • Collaborate with creative, design, and production teams to ensure brand consistency across all assets

Company Branding & Communications

  • Create internal and external presentations, including pitch decks, business updates, and sales materials
  • Develop and maintain company branding assets, templates, and visual guidelines
  • Support the creation of confidential and strategic communication materials

Marketing & Campaign Design

  • Develop launch campaigns and partner marketing assets across multiple channels
  • Collaborate with marketing stakeholders to create engaging social-first content and thought leadership materials
  • Design reusable content templates that support a consistent brand presence
  • Work within established brand guidelines and approval processes
  • Adapt content for different platforms, audiences, and regions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Contribute creative ideas during product development and concept sessions
  • Manage design requests from multiple stakeholders while maintaining quality and deadlines
  • Ensure all creative assets are organised, maintained, and easily accessible
  • Collaborate with external partners on bespoke creative projects and approval workflows

Requirements

Essential

  • Strong portfolio showcasing brand design, commercial projects, social content, marketing campaigns, and digital creative assets
  • 4–6 years’ experience in graphic design and branding
  • Ability to manage workload independently, identify issues proactively, and seek clarity when required
  • Strong understanding of visual design fundamentals, including hierarchy, typography, composition, and consistency
  • Experience developing and applying brand systems across digital, print, social, and web formats
  • Proven experience creating engaging social-first content
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Figma
  • Experience designing for international markets and localisation requirements
  • Ability to take creative direction and execute against established briefs and creative strategies
  • Excellent attention to detail, including spelling, grammar, file specifications, and compliance requirements
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience collaborating with marketing, sales, product, and business teams
  • Collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving and idea generation
  • Must be based in the UK

Desirable

  • Experience within gaming, entertainment, digital media, or related industries
  • Illustration or artistic skills for logo creation and brand development
  • Experience working within regulated environments and managing multi-market creative assets
  • Motion graphics or video editing skills, including After Effects and Premiere Pro, or a willingness to develop these skills
  • Portfolio demonstrating successful brand adaptation across multiple formats and platforms
  • Experience working directly with external clients, partners, or stakeholders

Candidates interested in combining creative design with innovative digital products are encouraged to apply and share their portfolio.

Posted: June 4th, 2026