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ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS DESIGNER: (Ref.No.AGD/nhc/5)

A graphic designer shall be expected to produce visual/artists impressions from designers, graphics solutions i.e. art work, sales images etc. he/she should able to use a mix of creative skills and commercial awareness. The designer should possess imaginative flair, awareness of current trends and styles in the creativity industry, working knowledge of the latest computer packages and an understanding of construction methods and costs and deadlines, all of which can impact on the design. The designer should be a team player and capable of selecting appropriate medium of use and styles in conjunction with the design team. Specific duties include:
Working in coordination with design team to produce required architectural graphics and impressions.
• Interpreting the project and business needs in graphical impressions.
• Developing design briefs by gathering information and data to clarify design issues.
• Thinking creatively to produce new ideas.
• Using innovation to redefine a design brief and meet the constraints of cost, time and client.
• Multi-tasking: capable of working on more than one design brief at a time.
• Using a wide range of software/media, including photography and computer aided design.
• Producing accurate and high quality work.
• Contributing ideas and design artwork to the overall brief and to the design team.
• Keeping abreast of developments in IT, particularly design programs.
• Coordination with other professionals.
• Working to tight deadlines and big challenges.
Qualifications and specifications
The applicant should possess a Certificate in computer studies with exemplary experience working with architectural designs and construction. Demonstrates high level graphic design hands-on experience. Proficient in Adobe suite is essential, Experience in AutoCAD/ ArchiCAD and CAD will be added advantage Ability to multi-task and integrate project segments. Familiarity with basic concepts of building construction and must have related computer experience in Windows applications, spreadsheets, and graphics/desktop publishing. At least a minimum of 2 years experience in graphics design. Must have good IT technical skills and ability to learn think creatively and solve problems. Information Gathering - Knowing how to find information and identify essential information, and validate the information. Information Ordering - The ability to correctly follow a given rule or set of rules in order to arrange things or actions in a certain order.

Very attractive REMUNERATION package is offered as per NHC scheme of Service.
If you think you meet the job requirement, please apply in strictly confidence indicating post you are applying to the undersigned enclosing an application letter, photocopies of certified relevant certificates
and names of two referees.

Closing date is 15th June, 2011.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview.
DIRECTOR GENERAL
NATIONAL HOUSING CORPORATION
P.O.BOX 2977,
DAR-ES-SALAAM.