Digital Graphic Technician Undergraduate Placement

McLaughlin & Harvey; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building and civil engineering contractor in Northern Ireland is seeking a Digital Graphics Technician Undergraduate Placement. The program offers hands-on experience and training in graphic design processes, focusing on both professional and interpersonal skill development. Responsibilities include assisting with visualisations for projects and using tools like Blender and Adobe Creative Cloud. Benefits include flexible working, competitive salary, and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Flexible and Hybrid working

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Generous pension contributions

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and desire to gain knowledge in graphic design.
• Ability to work under pressure and strict deadlines.
• Experience in CAD based software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Digital Graphics team in developing 2D and 3D visualisations.
• Utilise 3D software for visualisations.
• Create and enhance visual content using Adobe applications.

Skills

Graphic design

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Creative flair

Education

Degree in graphic design or associated field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

3D software (Blender)

Job description

McLaughlin & Harvey are one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland.

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and engaging Digital Graphics Technician Undergraduate Placement

The McLaughlin and Harvey Undergraduate programme will give you the opportunity to train as a Digital Graphics Technician. From day one, our programme is designed to give you the best mentored, relevant and practical experience, tailored to suit your chosen career. Join McLaughlin and Harvey’s Undergraduate programme and you will gain invaluable hands on experience, ready to begin your career in one of the most exciting industries around!

We offer a paid, University Placement with the opportunity to progress onto the graduate scheme following your graduation. Training and guidance with all software will be provided through the placement.

Responsibilities

Your main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the Digital Graphics team in the preparation and development of 2D and 3D visualisations for tender and construction requirements.
• Utilisation of 3D software Blender
• Utilisation of Adobe Creative Cloud applications to enhance 3D visualisations e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Creation of 3D rendered visualisations.
• Access and extract information from 3D models (IFC, Revit, DWG, etc.).
• Develop visualisations to illustrate logistical solutions.

How do I know if it’s right for me?

Our Core Digital Graphics Technician Placement Programme focuses on developing your skills both professionally and interpersonally. The one-year programme is structured and you will experience working with other departments to broaden your knowledge of how the business operates.

Experience

Essential

• Studying a degree level qualification in graphic design/visuals or in an associated field/discipline.
• Enthusiasm and a desire to gain knowledge in graphic design process and software.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and to strict timescales.
• Time management skills and competent in prioritising workload.
• Ability to work on own initiative.Team player

Desirable

• Experience in graphics design or CAD based software.Strong IT skills in the use of Adobe Creative Cloud applications.Video editing experience (using Adobe Premier Pro & After Effects).Experience in editing artwork and video animation (using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).Previous experience using 3D modelling software in a professional environment.Creative / artistic flair to generate new ideas for presentation of information.Previous placement/internship experience in a similar role, desirable but not essential

  What's in it for you?

  At McLaughlin and Harvey we offer a fantastic benefits package including the following:

  • Flexible and Hybrid working
  • Competitive salary
  • 33 days annual leave entitlement
  • Generous pension contributions

  If this sounds like the role for you, please apply by clicking the apply button now!

  McLaughlin & Harvey are an Equal Opportunities Employer