Graphic Designer (XR05)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1 Job Purpose

To participate in medical illustration (design) to enable the effective dissemination of research, the production of patient information and the support of excellence in education.

To produce high quality and cost effective clinical/non clinical visual material including design for print and electronic delivery, assisting in producing video and editing, multi-media production such as DVD authoring and updating Trust website/ intranet pages abiding by all consent, confidentiality and legal guidelines and Trust and departmental standards and guidelines.

2 Job Dimensions

The Medical Illustration service provides the photographic, video and design service to every clinical specialty within LTHT

3 Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

All post-holders are expected to possess a Media Qualification to at least HND/Degree level in design or related media subject along with a portfolio of work which demonstrates significant original design. The post-holder should show a willingness to undertake further study such as the Post Experience Certificate in Design in Healthcare

All post-holders must have at least two years of relevant commercial or Medical Illustration experience.

All post-holders must be highly computer-literate and have experience in using specialist graphics software.

4 The Leeds Way Values

Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient-centred

Collaborative

Fair

Accountable

Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values.

5 Core Values

Commitment to maintain high standards of service delivery in accordance with LTHT guidelines and policies.

Commitment to continual learning with recognition that mistakes provide the opportunity for analysis so as to improve processes in the future.

Commitment to own development and that of the Medical Illustration team.

6 Core Behaviours and skills

Designers should have a smart appearance and the ability to communicate effectively with both Medical staff and the general public.

The ability to work cheerfully as part of a team which may be under pressure to meet constant deadlines.

Understanding of the need to deliver against the Trusts core behaviours to contribute to the creation of an effective working environment.

7 Core Knowledge and Understanding

An understanding of the organisation, its objectives, and how Medical Illustration contributes to achieving those objectives.

8 Principal Duties and Areas of Responsibility

-Consult directly with clients requesting graphics material and analyse their needs to identify the most appropriate approach of dealing with the request, this will include ensuring value for money for the Trust, production options and copyright & consent issues. To undertake all aspects of graphic design including the production of conference material such as scientific and non-scientific posters as well as a wide range of routine and non-routine graphics material. Duties will include designing leaflets, posters, booklets, banners, adverts, patient information etc these will include complex graphics projects, electronic teaching/training packages (e.g. DVD authoring), web/multimedia/Trust intranet design/editing, video editing

-To be computer literate and highly proficient in specialist computer graphics, desk-top publishing and multimedia, software. The post-holder should also be familiar with standard office software such as Microsoft PowerPoint, and have the ability to use computers for file management, workflow organisation and record keeping.

Accurate and timely management and administration of digital files, including accurate record keeping, naming and archiving files in line with established protocols.

-Ensure all appropriate documentation is undertaken to support the administrative processes within the service. This involves entering and updating accurate job details into the departments job management system (WABA), including relevant charging details for the work being undertaken (e.g cost codes, trust fund details, invoicing addresses, etc). This can involve dealing directly with business managers/fund holders to acquire the correct charging details.

-Produce appropriate visuals/prototypes and discuss the options with the client and/or Team Leader prior to completing the final product, ensuring a high quality, fit for purpose, value for money end product.

-Constructive criticism from the client and members of the Design Team is encouraged to ensure customer satisfaction. Participation in peer review of work is therefore essential.

-When assisting with video work, the post-holder may work with staff from other departments, and patients in clinical areas such as wards and theatre. The post-holder will undertake editing, sound recording and outputting using specialist software to support the video production service.

-To be able to prioritise their own workload, managing timescales and workflow to ensure deadlines are met and a timely and efficient service is provided. The postholder will be expected to plan on-going assignments and work with others to ensure completion. e.g. liaise with the appropriate staff to arrange any necessary photography or complex illustrations.

-The post-holder will be expected to negotiate the technical specification of services from external agencies according to the needs of a particular job. For example pricing up banners/display stands from external companies and supplying artwork in the correct format to ensure the production of the project

-Requisition services from external agencies such as lamination, mounting and framing services.

-To operate and maintain graphic output devices e.g. plotter and printers.

-To be conversant with modern/changing trends in all aspects of design such as the development and delivery of information to patients e.g. Information Prescriptions and to keep abreast of technological development within the medical illustration field. To assist in the implementation of new techniques as appropriate and undertake personal development to ensure that an appreciation and understanding of technological developments is maintained

-To implement NHS and corporate guidelines in the design and execution of work and demonstrate awareness of copyright and consent issues relating to the use of images

-There may be a requirement for the post-holder to assist in the annual risk and safety audit to ensure the effective management of health and safety within the Design and Illustration service

-To be conversant with local and national policies and guidelines e.g. LTHT Patient Information Policies, Department of Health & National Institute of Clinical Excellence policies, Disability Discrimination Act, LTHT Equality and Diversity Policy and Plain English to ensure products are fit for purpose and meet all relevant requirements

-Support and train other staff as appropriate

-The Medical Illustration Department provides services in a competitive field and there are occasions where it is necessary to work overtime in order to meet deadlines on work. This may be at short notice.

-The post holder will work across the Leeds Teaching Hospital sites

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years of relevant commercial or Medical Illustration based experience.
• A portfolio of work from actual client briefs demonstrating significant original design, understanding of consistent brand application, and accessibility considerations
• Highly advanced skills in using specialist design software eg. Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop), and general computer/IT skills including Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Example of projects created with a health care focus.
• Experience of video editing using Final cut pro video editing software

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum HND/Degree or equivalent in a relevant media qualification

Desirable

• Successful completion of the Post experience certificate in Graphic Design in Healthcare or equivalent or willingness to study in first year

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)