Designer

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency in Toronto is seeking a Designer to work on pharma advertising projects. You will collaborate closely with Art Directors and Medical Copywriters to create visually stunning designs while managing multiple projects. Ideal candidates possess 1-3 years of agency experience, strong Adobe Creative Suite and Figma skills, and a solid portfolio in pharma advertising. This role offers a salary range of $70,000 - $75,000 per year with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience in an agency setting.
• A portfolio of completed design projects showcasing pharma advertising.
• Proficiency in typography, colour theory, and illustration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Art Directors and Medical Copywriters for design.
• Design effective structures and flows for user interaction.
• Manage multiple projects while ensuring brand consistency.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Typography

Colour theory

Illustration

Creative thinking

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Job description

Company description

Publicis is an omni-channel communications agency with over 600 employees across our Canadian operations. The office is the largest in our industry in Canada and boasts talent across various disciplines of marketing and advertising expertise. Publicis carries a balanced split of Canadian, U.S. and Global clients for which we are Agency of Record. Publicis supports a range of D&I actions through our Driving Change team as well as giving back to the community through a long-standing participation in the Out of the Cold Program. With a strong, active and familial culture, Pub United is the agency’s social club, hosting events as wide reaching as Curling, Trivia Nights and more.

Overview

As a Designer, you will be an original thinker and a skilled craftsperson who values working on pharma advertising across commercial and doctor/patient project. Working closely with fellow Designers, Art Directors, medical Writers you will report to the ACD Art and be responsible for transforming creative concepts into functional designs. You need minimal supervision, can multi-task under tight timelines and find pride in problem solving in a fast paced agency environment. Your curiosity, attention to detail, and expertise in production will be essential as you collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding design solutions. You are a pro with FIGMA.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Art Directors, Medical Copywriters to translate creative concepts into visually stunning designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team on implementation feasibility to ensure that Interaction Design is realizable
• Design effective structures and flows grounded in consistent, extensible conceptual models that mirror customers' mental models
• Identify user needs and interpret client challenges to develop innovative design concepts.
• Define visual language and create cohesive brand experiences across multiple healthcare categories.
• Work closely with the team to ensure brand consistency and adherence to design principles.
• Apply strong typography, colour theory, and illustrative skills to create visually impactful designs.
• Solve design problems creatively, finding unique solutions that meet project objectives.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, actively participating in brainstorming sessions and design critiques.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging design techniques, continuously improving your design skills.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality designs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience in an agency setting
• A portfolio of completed design projects showcasing pharma advertising
• Advanced command of Adobe Creative Suite & Figma
• Proven experience as a Visual Designer or production designer in an agency
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional craft, design flair, and attention to detail.
• Experience with pharma advertising
• Proficiency in typography, colour theory, and illustration, with a keen eye for design aesthetics.
• Solid understanding of design principles, brand consistency, and visual storytelling.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a passion for delivering great design solutions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, working effectively with a diverse team.
• Curiosity and a desire to continuously learn and improve your design skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Prototyping, Motion, and technical design skills are a plus

Additional information

Transparency matters to us. The salary for this position is $70,000 - 75,000 per year. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and applicable certifications. This reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data.

We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision-making. We believe in a human-first approach, where your experience and potential are recognized by people.

Publicis Canada is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of our community. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply. If you require a specific accommodation please contact Human Resources.