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- 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
- 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
- 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
- 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
- 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
- 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
- 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
- 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
- 9a. Would you recommend Young Ideas Limited to a friend?
- 9b. Why?
- 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Young Ideas Limited?
My job as a senior visual designer is producing aesthetically pleasing designs that clearly convey the brand's message. I work with cross-functional teams on a daily basis, do design research, make wireframes and prototypes, and carry out excellent visual designs that adhere to the brand guidelines and user requirements.
To stay current with market trends and improvements, as a senior visual designer, I constantly study new skills and improve those that I already possess. I have gotten better at using graphic design software, learned more about the principles of user experience design, and refined my abilities to make designs accessible and responsive.
Working as a graphic designer is immensely satisfying to have the chance to use creativity, tackle design problems, and work with varied teams. It is immensely rewarding to be able to watch my concepts come to life and improve the user experience. I am quite happy and fulfilled in my job.
We adhere to a methodical design approach with precise deadlines and goals. To promote good workflow and communication among team members, collaboration tools, project management software, and design frameworks are used. We can deliver top-notch designs on schedule thanks to our organised technique which is highly organised and structured mannerly.
They give me the materials, equipment, and software I need to do my work well. I also have access to mentorship, educational possibilities, and professional development opportunities, all of which help me advance and succeed in the position. I think my employer supports me well overall and majorly in my work.
As a senior visual designer I receive some support from a training provider for qualifications, as my expertise is primarily based on professional experience and continuous learning. However, I actively engage in self-directed learning, online courses, and industry resources to enhance my skills and knowledge purposefully for my programme and advancement.
They have helped me get a deeper comprehension of design approaches and processes, which has allowed me to produce high-quality work and make wise design choices. Overall, my credentials have been very important in my ability to flourish and perform well in my position as a senior graphic designer in the field.
To encourage a healthy work-life balance, there are also chances to join sports teams or wellness initiatives. Additionally, my firm promotes professional networking by setting up events with guest speakers, workshops, and conferences for the industry. This promotes lifelong learning and professional development. They provide social events that encourage cooperation.
Yes
Yes, I would tell a friend about my workplace. The workplace is encouraging and collaborative, there are many prospects for advancement, and the business values professional advancement. It's the perfect environment for professional and personal improvement because of the well-organised structure, availability of resources, and dedication to employee well-being.
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Details
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Graphic Design
London
June 2023