Designer (6 Month Contract)

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PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

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Location: London / Hybrid
Duration: 6 months
Day Rate: £250 - £285 per day
Engagement Method: Umbrella/PAYE 
Role Overview: 

We’re looking for a Designer to join our Creative Services team for an initial 6-month period. Please note this role has been assessed as Inside IR35, and payment will be processed via PAYE or an umbrella company through our third-party partner.

This role is ideal for someone with solid experience who is ready to take greater ownership of their work and contribute to high-profile PlayStation experiences across digital platforms. 

You’ll be responsible for creating high-quality, engaging design across a range of touchpoints, including PlayStation Store, web, email, and campaign assets. Working closely with cross-functional partners, you’ll help translate briefs into effective creative solutions while continuing to develop your craft and strategic thinking. 

What you'll be doing: 

• Designing and delivering high-quality creative assets across digital platforms 
• Taking ownership of briefs from concept through to final delivery 
• Applying and evolving brand guidelines across a variety of outputs 
• Collaborating with designers, producers, and stakeholders to deliver effective creative solutions 
• Adapting and localising global campaigns for different markets and formats 
• Contributing ideas and creative thinking in team reviews and brainstorming sessions 
• Managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
• Continuously improving workflows and ways of working 

What we're looking for: 

• A strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality design and creative problem-solving 
• Solid understanding of design principles for web including layout, typography, visual hierarchy, composition and user journeys. 
• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Figma 
• Ability to interpret briefs and translate them into effective creative output 
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to feedback and iteration 
• Good communication and collaboration skills across disciplines 
• Ability to manage your time and priorities effectively 
• Passion for gaming, entertainment, or digital experiences 

Desirable:  

• Experience working on digital marketing campaigns across web, email, or in-product surfaces 
• Basic 3D and motion or animation skills (e.g. After Effects and C4D) 
• Experience working with brand guidelines at scale 
• Understanding of performance-driven creative and optimisation 

Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.

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Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. 

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.