Art Director

Alberta Veterinary Laboratories Ltd; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 69,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work arrangements

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and travel insurance

Unlimited wellness days

3 weeks of vacation

Birthday bonus and PTO day

Semi‑annual bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Employee referral bonus

Annual company retreat

Job summary

Think Shift is seeking an experienced Art Director to lead design innovation and visual storytelling from a remote location in Canada. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop campaigns that inspire and deliver results.

You will mentor designers, provide on‑set direction for shoots, and ensure on‑brand, on‑brief output across multiple projects. A portfolio is required to demonstrate leadership and craft.

Qualifications

• A Diploma/Degree in Fine Arts/Graphic Design or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of graphic design experience; portfolio required.
• Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Creative, solution‑oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to think conceptually and translate ideas into visuals.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to defend design decisions.
• 3D image making is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• 60% Concept Development Leadership: create concepts, ensure visual consistency, lead brainstorming, defend concepts.
• 30% Art Direction and Mentorship: guide the team, direct shoots, mentor junior designers.
• 10% Graphic Design: craft high‑quality design work and production files.

Skills

Graphic design

Leadership

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Conceptual thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma/Degree in Fine Arts/Graphic Design

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Figma

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: Art Director

Department:Creative Department

Reporting to:CreativeDirector

Location:Remote within Canada

PositionType:Full-Time, Permanent

Salary Range:$69,000 - $82,000per year, plus eligibility for company bonus and benefits

Hours: Monday –Friday,8:30AM–5PM(in your time zone, flexible hours)

A portfolio must be provided with your applicationin order tobe considered.

If you crave a workplace that values your ideas, your growth and development and where you can learn from the best, then you're exactly who we're looking for. We're not interested in the status quo - we're here to shape the future ofagrimarketing. And we know you share that passion too.

As one of the largestag-focused agencies in the world, we challenge people and brands to be more than they imagined. At our core, we’re a team of outperformers who are committed to growing ourselves, our colleagues, our clients and our business. We’re looking to attract and grow creative and strategic minds who share our desire to outperform in their careers and in their lives. With the right people, we will create great outcomes for clients, employees and Think Shift. See a future for yourself at Think Shift? Keep reading!

SUMMARY

We’re searching for a talented Art Director to join our creative team and take charge of design innovation and visual storytelling. In this role, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute ideas that inspire, engage, and deliver results. If you’re passionate about crafting campaigns that leave a lasting impression, we want to meet you.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

60% Concept Development Leadership

• Develop and execute creative concepts, ensuring visual consistency across various mediums
• Collaborate with copywriters, designers, and other team members to deliver integrated and compelling campaigns
• Facilitate and/or participate in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams
• Translate client briefs and objectives into visually engaging and effective design solutions
• Stay current with industry trends and technologies, infusing fresh ideas into projects
• Present and defend creative concepts to clients, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to high‑quality standards
• Work closely with account managers to align creative strategies with client goals

30% Art Direction and Mentorship

• Lead the creative quality and visual direction across all assigned projects
• Direct other graphic designers and interns to achieve high‑quality design solutions that are on‑brand and on‑brief
• Collaborate with and provide direction to teammates in other disciplines, ensuring brand and concept consistency across all tactics
• Provide live, on‑set direction for video and/or photoshoots
• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced designers and student interns, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Lead by example, inspiring creativity and excellence in all aspects of design

10% Graphic Design

• Execute design work with a high level of craft, consistency, and attention to detail
• Prepare accurate, production‑ready files for print, digital and other mediums
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and creative output

We’re looking for

Functional (Technical Skills & Education):

• Diploma/Degree in Fine Arts/Graphic Design; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• 7+ years ofgraphicdesign experience (portfolio required)
• Proficient in design software (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• A creative, solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to think conceptually and translate ideas into compelling visual solutions
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate and defend design decisions
• Adopt the latest design software tools & technologies to enhance creativity, improve workflow efficiency, and maintain a competitive edge in the industry
• Detail‑oriented with a keen eye for aesthetics and design trends
• Experience inleadership andmentoring designers
• 3D image making considered an asset

Behavioural (Soft Skills):

• Self‑motivated with a drive for continuous learning
• Ability to handle multiple projects with multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Strong problem‑solving and leadership skills
• The ability to inspire others with attitude, energy and work‑ethic
• Strategic mindset while makingthoughtful design decisions
• A commitment to quality with an "every little detail matters" approach
• Strong team player with an ability to takefeedbackand learn from it

BENEFITS

Think Shift provides an attractive, market‑researched comprehensive compensation plan, which includes base salary and company bonus. Employees enjoy a range of benefits, some of which include:

• Flexible remote work arrangements
• Medical, dental and vision benefits coverage start day 1
• Life and travel insurance start day 1
• Unlimited wellness days so you can be at your best
• 3 weeks of vacation
• Celebrate your birthday with $150 and a PTO day
• Semi‑annual bonuses (based on company performance)
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee referral bonus
• Annual company retreat

Our Freedom with Responsibility Philosophy

At Think Shift, we believe our unique culture and philosophies make us different in a good way. Our talented team of multi‑disciplined creators and strategists have one thing in common: the drive to outperform and to help our clients do the same.

We believe in providing guidelines for Think Shifters to operate within instead of putting up fences that can restrict true creativity and diversity of thought. With the freedom to operate in a way that best works for them, it allows everyone to bring their best selves to work. But with great freedom also comes great responsibility and the expectation of following through on what you say you’ll do. We understand this approach is not for everyone. Think Shift is for those who blaze the path for their own growth and challenge the status quo to find a better way. It’s for those who are committed to protecting, preserving and overall, enhancing what has been entrusted to them.

Compensation Philosophy

As a remote‑first company, Think Shift sets salary ranges using a Canada‑wide market lens. Ranges are informed by external market benchmarking, internal equity, and the scope, impact, and responsibilities of each role.

Compensation at Think Shift is designed to recognize contribution and performance, and ranges are established in good faith to reflect where most candidates are expected to land based on skills, experience, and role alignment.

We Want You to Be YOU!

At Think Shift, we want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their complete and authentic selves to work. We believe that when individuals bring their unique experiences, backgrounds, knowledge, perspectives and self‑expression to the collaborative process, our team becomes even more amazing. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcoming talent from all backgrounds. As part of our stewardship commitment, Think Shift continually strives to create a culture of respect and fairness for all.

If you require any accommodation or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.