Summary
Thales is seeking a Graphic Designer Intern in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves creating presentations, infographics, CONOPS visuals, simple animations, and other communication materials while applying brand guidelines. The intern will work with cross-functional teams to turn complex information and technical concepts into clear visual content. Requirements include Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, familiarity with generative AI tools, and basic Figma knowledge.
The posting
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Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.
For over 50 years, Thales has been a trusted partner of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. As a local industrial partner, Thales provides advanced solutions in Defence, Public Security, Civil Aviation, Space, Enterprise, and Cybersecurity across four sites throughout the country. The Saudi Vision 2030 is at the heart of Thales' strategy in the Kingdom, driving the localisation of defence technologies and systems, strengthening local capabilities, developing local talent, and supporting national sovereignty through strategic collaborations. To reinforce its commitment to localising its defence activities and to build a future we can trust in the Kingdom, Thales established SAMI Thales Electronic Systems (STES), a Joint Venture with Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), operating under the ambitious directives outlined in Vision 2030.
About the Role
We are seeking a creative Graphic Designer with design sensibility, refined visual taste, and a solid understanding of information structuring. The ideal candidate is curious, detail-oriented, and passionate about experimenting with creative approaches to communicate ideas clearly and effectively.
This role requires someone who can transform complex information into compelling visual stories while maintaining consistency with brand identity standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Design visually engaging presentations with clear layouts and well-structured content.
- Develop complex infographics that communicate information in an engaging, accessible, and easy-to-understand format.
- Support the creation of product Concept of Operations (CONOPS) visuals and related communication materials.
- Produce simple animated infographics using Adobe After Effects (basic level).
- Enhance the overall visual quality of documents, reports, and presentation materials.
- Apply and adapt brand guidelines consistently across different formats and communication channels.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate ideas and technical concepts into impactful visuals.
Requirements
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly:
- Photoshop
- Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially:
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Familiarity with online and offline Generative AI tools.
- Basic knowledge of Figma.
Core Competencies
- Strong visual storytelling and layout skills.
- Ability to structure complex information clearly and logically.
- High attention to detail and consistency.
- Creative thinking with a problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Nice to Have
- Basic knowledge of 3D rendering tools (e.g., Blender).
- Experience working on technical or product-focused presentations.
- Basic motion graphics experience beyond simple animations.
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