MAGELLAN CIRCLE is a European Consultancy company that combines more than 20 years' experience in the fields of Transport, Mobility, Logistics, Environment, Circular Economy and Communication.
Serving as trusted advisors and partners to a wide range of businesses, institutions and industries, we help them accomplish their goals more efficiently through the creation of a tailored and integrated expertise with a dynamic ecosystem focused on innovation and value creation.With offices in Brussels (Belgium), Porto (Portugal) and Genoa (Italy) Magellan Circle offers services in opportunities identification, proposal writing and project management (EU Funding Accelerator), Strategic Communication and Advocacy and International Consultancy supporting its extensive portfolio of international clients.
Both as a beneficiary and a service provider, Magellan Circle's team delivers expertise in innovation and research funding, project management, internationalisation, events, workshops, training, communication and dissemination activities of European projects and most importantly drafting R&D policy recommendations with a clear impact on the strategic EU policy decisions.
We work with private and public companies, municipalities and regions, as well as associations and universities, operating in a variety of sectors and along the value chain, to bring them closer to Brussels and leverage their strategies with European programmes, networks and policies.
Intending to enhance synergies between European funds and to develop a strategic agenda of collaborative work.
Job Position – Graphic/Communication designer
Required:
Master's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Media Arts or relevant equivalent experience;
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in graphic design, visual branding, and content creation, preferably within a corporate or consultancy environment;
Demonstrable portfolio showcasing strong design skills across digital and print media;
Proficiency in English written and oral skills (C1 minimum);
Expert command of graphic design and multimedia software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects);
Proficiency in web design fundamentals and content management tools (e.g., Wordpress, Canva, Mailchimp);
Ability to translate complex technical/policy information into visually compelling, clear, and engaging graphics, presentations, and documents;
Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines;
Preferential Factors:
Experience in designing communication materials for EU funded projects (Horizon Europe, CEF-Transport, LIFE, among others) in the fields of Transport/Environment/Mobility;
Knowledge of Italian is a plus;
Experience in creating short informational or promotional videos;
Experience in large scale conferences' communication material design and production;
Interest and experience in Artificial Intelligence tools to optimise creative processes;
HTML knowledge valued;
Working experience in multi-cultural, multi-lingual and multi-disciplinary environments;
Experience or interest in doing wider comms strategy and campaigns as well (including content and copies);
Availability to initiate in January ****.
Main Duties:
The Graphic/Communication Designer will be responsible for the visual identity and aesthetic quality of the company's corporate and project-related materials.
They will contribute to the communication strategy by ensuring high-impact, professional, and consistent visual representation across all channels.
More specifically, they will:
Design and produce visual assets for EU funding projects and clients, ensuring high-quality, professional document layout and clear infographics for communication, dissemination, and exploitation work packages;
Develop and maintain brand guidelines for new and existing EU projects, ensuring consistency across all visual communications (logos, colour palettes, typography, etc.);
Design and implement website contents (visual layout, banners, imagery) and manage the visual presentation of social media channels (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram);
Create a wide range of marketing and communication materials including brochures, flyers, policy briefs, practitioner guidelines, presentations, and communication reports;
Support the creation of visual content for social media, website and commercial presentations;
Develop high-impact infographics to translate complex R&D/policy recommendations and project results into accessible and engaging visuals;
Produce and edit short promotional videos and animated graphics for digital dissemination and events;
Oversee the design and production logistics for printed publications, ensuring alignment with project branding;
Develop, implement and monitor EU project's communication and dissemination strategy and activities in collaboration with the team;
Oversee the planning, the editing, the production and dissemination of project results including public outreach materials such as website, social media, press relations, digital and printed materials;
What we offer:
Excellent opportunities for professional development with high levels of autonomy;
International working environment and extensive client portfolio;
Remuneration package with growth potential based on results, and experience;
Hybrid position /semi remote position.
The position is based in Porto- Portugal with occasional travelling involved.
Interested applicants are invited to apply for this job position until 26 December **** (analysis and first replies after this date only), by including their CV with photograph and cover letter, updated portfolio, availability and desired remuneration: Joana Dias