Senior Illustrator

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About Us: Ranked in 2024 by the Financial Times, Moniepoint is Africa’s fastest growing fintech, trusted by over 10 million business and individual accounts , processing billions of Naira’s in transactions monthly . Our mission is to enable financial happiness for every African, everywhere . About this role: We are looking for a talented Illustrator to create original pieces of artwork for Moniepoint products . You will work as part of our User Experience, digital & creative team , interpreting complex briefs and developing inspiring artwork that will attract our target audience . You will be responsible for formulating concepts and rendering draft illustrations from written w ords, models, sketched ideas, and from your imagination . Ultimately, we are hiring a creative individual who can turn concepts into artistic marketable images . Responsibilities: Prepare rough draft illustrations according to requirements and the company’s specifications and needs . Create complete illustrations and refine design concepts using a wide range of colors, graphics, effects, and illustration software . Apply isometric techniques to add perspective to complex visual shapes . Ensure that all digital illustrations meet high quality and color standards . Brainstorm with the design team to come up with new creative ideas, patterns, visual styles, and concepts . Stay up-to-date with emerging design techniques, industry trends, and graphics software . Experience & Background: Bachelor's degree in fine arts, design, visual arts, or a related field . At least 4-5 years of proven work experience as an Illustrator, Graphic Designer, or similar visual design role . A strong portfolio demonstrating a diverse range of completed illustrations . Proven hands-on work experience using computer-aided design (CAD) software . Skills & Competencies: Advanced drawing, painting, and digital artwork rendering skills . Deep expertise in image editing and design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop . Strong conceptual thinking and artistic problem-solving abilities . Ability to manage time effectively, work under pressure, and meet strict deadlines . What Success Looks Like in This Role: Consistently transforming abstract product ideas into engaging, marketable visual assets across touchpoints . High brand aesthetic consistency and technical alignment across all digital art and user experiences . Active creative collaboration with design teams to co ntinually elevate Moniepoint's visual language and illustration standards . Reliable and on-time delivery of high-quality illustrations that satisfy complex cross-functional briefs . Why Join Us? Cultur e: We put our people first and prioritize the well-being of every team member . We’ve built a company where all opinions carry weight and wher e all voices are heard . We value and respect each other and always look out for one another . Above all, we are human . Learning: We have a learning and development-focused environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing, training, and regular internal technical talks . Compensation: You’ll receive an attractive salary, pension, health insurance, annual bonus, plus other benefits .