Designer

Merkle Italia; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

RRSP match

Paid time off

Job summary

Dentsu Creative in Toronto is seeking an Intermediate Designer to support a wide range of branding, packaging, print, digital, and OOH projects. You will work under the guidance of the Creative Director and Senior Designers, ensuring design consistency and brand alignment across touchpoints.

The role requires 3-5 years of agency or in-house experience, strong proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, and a portfolio demonstrating versatility across print and digital media.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of agency or in-house design experience.
• Strong portfolio with brand, print, digital, social work.
• Proficiency in typography, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to apply brand guidelines across deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and execution of creative concepts across multiple client projects.
• Support day-to-day delivery of design mandates and manage timelines.
• Apply and maintain brand guidelines across channels and deliverables.
• Assist in creating brand assets, visual identities, logos, and design systems.
• Stay informed on design trends and emerging tools.

Skills

Figma

Adobe CC

Branding

Typography

Print design

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Job Description: Joining Dentsu Creative, you will be part of a creative network, delivering ideas that are brought alive in new ways. Along the way, you will team up with inspiring people across the world and become part of a truly inclusive culture where everyone is given the opportunity to thrive and create the best work of their careers; always learning and always listening to shape ideas, create culture and change behavior. By bringing together the capabilities, experience and relationships of our collective experts, the opportunities for personal growth and development are endless. Diversity is embedded in who we are and all that we do: our mindset, our solutions, and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable environment. We put our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding, and learning so they can thrive. Our differences make us richer and enable stronger relationships with each other and foster greater impact for our clients. We engage with our communities to drive positive social impact by fostering equity and working to create a digital society that works for all. Dentsu Creative is an agency of dentsu.

Intermediate Designer

Intermediate Designer is responsible for supporting the delivery of a wide range of design projects within a multidisciplinary environment. Working under the guidance of the Creative Director and Senior Designers, they demonstrate strong attention to detail, design fundamentals, and craftsmanship while continuing to grow their skills and contribute to creative excellence. The Intermediate Designer will execute across a variety of projects including branding and identity, packaging, POS, print, digital, and OOH, collaborating closely with copywriters, art directors, and cross-functional teams to ensure design consistency and brand alignment across all touchpoints.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of creative concepts across multiple client projects.
• Support the day-to‑day delivery of design mandates while managing assigned projects and timelines.
• Apply and maintain brand guidelines across a variety of channels and deliverables.
• Assist in creating brand assets, visual identities, logos, and design systems.
• Stay informed on design trends, typography, and emerging creative tools and techniques.
• Collaborate with copywriters, art directors, and other disciplines to develop integrated creative solutions.
• Prepare production‑ready files for print, digital, and other media formats.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, creative reviews, and team discussions.
• Work collaboratively with architects, industrial designers, UX designers, and other specialists on multidisciplinary projects.
• Contribute to a positive team environment by sharing ideas, feedback, and best practices.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3-5 years of agency or in-house design experience in a similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Experience designing for print, digital, social, and web environments.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, attention to detail, and a range of design applications.
• Solid understanding of typography, composition, branding, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to interpret and apply brand guidelines consistently across various deliverables.
• Production knowledge and experience preparing files for print and digital execution.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eager to learn, develop new skills, and grow within a fast‑paced creative environment.
• Positive team player who contributes to the agency culture and supports colleagues when needed.

Additional Information

Vacancy: Is this posting for the purposes of filling an existing vacancy? [Y/N]- YES The salary range for this position is CAD $60K-$75K. Actual salary within the salary range will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, and skills. A range of medical, dental, RRSP, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available to all permanent employees.

AI Disclosure

AI Disclosure: [dentsu] utilizes artificial intelligence tools as part of its recruitment process, as during the sourcing and screening stages. All other parts of the dentsu application and hiring processes do not utilize artificial intelligence tools.

Location: Toronto Brand: Dentsu Creative Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent

About dentsu For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way. Find out more about us Who we are Our Social Impact Our work