Creative Designer

Norton Rose Fulbright; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Calgary is seeking a Creative Designer with 6-10 years of experience. This hybrid role involves championing the firm's global brand and leading design projects across various platforms. Candidates must have a strong portfolio, expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, and excellent communication skills. This position offers competitive salary bands, hybrid work environment, and comprehensive benefits. Join a collaborative team that values diversity and client service.

Benefits

Retirement savings plan with employer contribution

Benefit premiums paid by the firm

Flexible health and wellness allowance

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience as a designer.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively while respecting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Champion the global NRF brand in Canada.
• Working alongside the entire channels team.
• Lead creative development for visual assets.

Skills

Strong portfolio showcasing design projects

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite

Excellent communication skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

PowerPoint

Job description

Hybrid Schedule - 4 days in office - please note that this position can also be filled in any of our offices across Canada

As a key member of the Digital, Creative and Brand team, you will collaborate across all areas of the firm, bringing fresh ideas and a proactive approach to every project. We’re looking for a self-starter who has a well‑rounded understanding of the digital space, takes initiative, and pushes boundaries to deliver exceptional results. Our creative designer will be versatile in their role and have a broad range of skills and knowledge across various disciplines with a well‑rounded understanding of our brand positioning and messaging.

You Will Be Focusing On

• Brand Champion: This Creative Designer will be a champion of the global NRF brand in Canada and will be a strategic advisor on how to apply the brand across all creative materials in Canada
• In‑house design support: This role will work alongside our entire channels team and will support design requests from all areas of the firm. This role will work with our in‑house clients and markets team members designing visual assets for social assets, events, emails, documents, brochures, web pages, and more.
• Creative Development: This role is responsible for leading and developing unique look and feels for events, marketing campaigns, web pages, ad sets, etc., within our global brand elements
• Strategy: This role will work with our channels and demand generation teams on visual strategies for various campaigns
• Web Design: This role will work directly with our Senior Web Advisor to design assets for campaign web pages with an eye for UX best practices
• Social Design: This role will work closely with our social and video team members to design assets specifically for LinkedIn and Instagram
• Vendor Support: This role will work with our offshore design team to provide design coaching and will work alongside external design vendors to approve creative
• Document support: This role will provide design support to our internal teams for presentation decks
• Project management: This role is responsible for managing their own time and resources effectively while respecting deadlines

What You Bring To The Role

• 6‑10 years of relevant experience as a designer, preferably in an in‑house setting
• Professional services or legal field experience considered a strong asset
• Bachelor’s degree or similar in graphic design, fine arts, or related field
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Passionate about digital projects in design, brand, creative, video, and web
• Extremely organized and detail‑oriented
• Ability to work independently and directly with stakeholders but also collaboratively
• Strong portfolio showcasing design projects across various digital platforms
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)
• Strong design skills for presentation and proposal decks in PowerPoint
• Ability to think strategically and solve complex design challenges
• Experience working with agency partners considered an asset
• An understanding of AODA compliance design requirements
• Bilingual (English and French) would be considered a strong asset

Why Join Our Team

• Hybrid work environment
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Benefit premiums paid by the firm
• Telemedicine services
• Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!
• Training and development programs based on your interests and needs

The salary bands provided reflect the typical range for this role in the region indicated. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of experiences and skills, and final compensation will be thoughtfully determined based on individual qualifications and current market factors. Please note that salary will be discussed and negotiated during interview.

Toronto: $81,500 - $100,700
Ottawa: $79,600 - $98,300
Vancouver: $79,600 - $98,300

Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!

As part of a global legal practice, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada embraces a culture of excellence and client service, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruiting process, please inform us in the recruitment application. We will contact you to further discuss your need.

Please note that applicants who receive an employment offer may be required during their employment with Norton Rose Fulbright to provide proof of vaccinations recommended from time to time by government or public health authorities. Norton Rose Fulbright has a duty to accommodate those who are unable to get vaccinated due to protected grounds. For applicants who require an accommodation, please contact us to discuss further.

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Please note that this job posting is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy.