Associate Graphic Designer

Ontario Teachers'; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking a Graphic Designer to create engaging communication and marketing materials. The role involves designing for various media, collaborating with teams, and managing projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong portfolio and experience in multimedia production. The company offers a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and incentives

Opportunities for professional growth

Comprehensive benefits coverage

Retirement income through a defined benefit pension plan

Flexible/hybrid work environment

Generous paid time off

Flexible Travel Program allowing work abroad

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in graphic design, preferably in a large financial or investment organization.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating skills in print and digital design, brand identity, multimedia, and image retouching.

Responsibilities

• Design graphic materials for digital and print media, ensuring alignment with OTPP guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand project requirements.
• Manage multiple projects with quick turnarounds.

Skills

Graphic Design

Multimedia Production

Creativity

Education

Degree or diploma in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Video Editing Software

Figma

Canva

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

You will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and delivering communication and marketing materials for various internal and external channels. The incumbent will ideate, storyboard, and consult on video productions, shooting videos and taking photographs as needed.

Who you’ll work with

You will report to the Senior Manager, Creative Production, and collaborate closely with the Marketing & Collaboration team.

What you’ll do

• Design graphic materials for digital and print media, including email, digital displays, social media, signage, PowerPoint, reports, intranet, and websites, ensuring all are on-brand and align with OTPP guidelines.
• Collaborate with Marketing & Communications and other internal teams to understand project requirements.
• Translate complex business, user, and technical requirements into engaging static and multimedia designs.
• Tailor creative outputs to meet targeted performance metrics.
• Provide clear communication and attention to detail in creative solutions.
• Manage multiple projects with quick turnarounds.
• Assist in selecting external freelance resources and act as a brand consultant for outsourced projects.
• Shoot photography and videography as required.
• Support the development and maintenance of brand guidelines.
• Stay updated on industry trends to inform design decisions.
• Work independently under the direction of the Senior Manager, with design authority.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What you’ll need

• 4+ years of experience in graphic design, preferably in a large financial or investment organization.
• Degree or diploma in graphic design or related field.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating skills in print and digital design, brand identity, multimedia, and image retouching.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
• Experience designing interactive PowerPoint presentations, especially for financial reporting.
• Experience with video editing software like Adobe Premiere and After Effects.
• Experience with collaborative web-based design tools such as Figma and Canva.
• Experience designing for email platforms like Mailchimp.
• Experience working in an agile environment with project management tools like JIRA and Confluence.
• Experience in art direction for large conferences and events.
• Skills in multimedia production, including motion graphics, video, audio, and photography, with in-house capabilities.
• Good judgment in planning capacity and coordinating projects.
• Ability to advise and influence senior leaders on creative ideas.
• Ability to balance creativity with technical knowledge and work cross-functionally.

What we’re offering

• Competitive salary and incentives in a pay-for-performance environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage.
• Retirement income through a defined benefit pension plan.
• Investment opportunities through the Deferred Incentive Program.
• Flexible/hybrid work environment.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible Travel Program allowing work abroad for up to a month annually.
• Employee discounts including Edvantage and Perkopolis.

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How to apply

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