Designer

Marks; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Designer to join their dynamic team. This role involves creating compelling visuals for packaging and digital commerce while collaborating with a diverse group of creatives. You will harness your strategic problem-solving skills to develop innovative design systems that resonate across various categories such as food and beverages. With a focus on eCommerce, you'll apply cutting-edge practices to ensure designs meet high standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to shape brand experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of experience in packaging and digital design.
• Strong portfolio showcasing design excellence and UI design for eComm.

Responsibilities

• Create visuals for eCommerce product pages and translate briefs into creative solutions.
• Support and mentor junior team members while managing project execution.

Skills

Strategic problem solving

Strong communication

Collaboration

Design thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Miro

Adobe Substance/Dimension

InDesign

PowerPoint

Job description

Who We Are

Marks is a consumer experience agency that creates meaningful brand moments—from packaging and brand design to content and consumer engagement. Grounded in behavioral insight, we help brands thrive in a world of constant change.

With over 700 experts across 12 studios in 8 countries, we’re a powerhouse of creativity and strategy. Our team collaborates globally to help the world’s biggest brands solve today’s toughest consumer challenges and connect with audiences in meaningful ways.

About the Team

The Design Group at Marks is a large, diverse, and agile team of creatives. We specialize in everything from printed packaging to digital eCommerce, working across categories like food, beauty, spirits, and beyond. Whether refreshing a design, launching a new product, or creating content for the Digital Shelf, our team delivers end-to-end solutions—from one-off projects to some of the most iconic and complex private brand programs in the world.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Designer who thrives at the intersection of brand, packaging, and digital commerce. If you’re passionate about all aspects of design and eager to shape experiences across packaging and the digital shelf, this could be the role for you.

You’ll work across categories like food, beverages, spirits, health, and personal care, developing compelling design systems and assets for both physical and digital spaces.

Key Qualities

• Highly collaborative and accountable
• Strategic problem solver with CPG experience
• Background in food and beverage is a plus
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about design
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong communicator who can clearly explain design rationale
• System thinker who understands consumer behavior and brand positioning

Responsibilities

• Create best-in-class visuals and communication for eCommerce (DTC and retailer product pages)
• Translate briefs into creative solutions that exceed expectations
• Apply cutting-edge eComm practices, including ADA compliance
• Support digital content and eComm design development
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and creative processes
• Build and organize presentation decks that clearly communicate design intent
• Present work confidently and thoughtfully
• Take ownership of project execution—ensuring quality, accuracy, and timeliness
• Stay highly organized in file management and concept development
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Maintain open communication with colleagues throughout project lifecycles
• Actively participate in agency culture and internal initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field
• 2–4+ years of experience in packaging, digital, and/or brand design
• Experience in CPG, food, beverage, wine/spirits, or tech is preferred
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, Firefly) and collaborative tools like Miro
• Familiarity with Adobe Substance/Dimension is a plus
• Strong portfolio showcasing excellence in design thinking, typography, composition, illustration, photography, and presentation skills. Experience in UI design for eComm is a plus.
• Comfortable working across macOS and Windows; proficient in InDesign, Keynote, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

We are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruitment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, particularly those who may contribute to the further diversification of our organization. If you require any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to inform us. Together, we strive to foster an environment where everyone can thrive and be their authentic selves.