Designer, Contract

Critical Mass; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Designer to create engaging visual experiences for one of the world's most trafficked websites. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop original designs for product launches, ensuring adherence to brand principles and style guidelines. You'll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity while working in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on user experience, you'll refine design workflows and present your ideas persuasively. Join a supportive team that values mentorship and fosters professional growth while delivering high-quality design solutions.

Benefits

Additional maternity and parental leave

Competitive benefits

Support services for families

Learning and development programs

Employee discounts

13 affinity groups

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in web, mobile, or app visual design.
• Proficiency in typography, layout, and design elements.

Responsibilities

• Create original designs aligned with project goals and standards.
• Collaborate with Art Directors to explore concepts and iterate on layouts.

Skills

Web Design

Mobile Design

Visual Design

Typography

Prototyping

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Tools

Photoshop

Figma

Sketch

Job description

We create applications that drive one of the world’s most trafficked websites, helping our client connect with consumers globally through mobile, digital, and in-store experiences.

This team focuses on bringing new product pages to life. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch new product landing pages, showcasing updates and versions. Major releases occur every fall, with smaller updates throughout the year. If you are a pixel-perfect visual designer who loves the latest 'it product', this is the role for you.

As a Designer, you are a user experience-oriented visual designer comfortable developing innovative marketing campaigns for new product launches. You’ll work closely with creative and technical teams to craft elegant design solutions for our client’s homepage and other platforms, adhering to brand principles and style guidelines, with a systematic design rationale.

You will:

• Create original designs aligned with project goals and standards.
• Collaborate with Art Directors and teams to explore concepts and iterate on layouts.
• Prepare optimized files and presentation materials for reviews.
• Guide ideas to meet creative and business objectives.
• Present and articulate design rationales persuasively.
• Coordinate with technical teams to ensure feasibility and proper file preparation.
• Review final deliverables meticulously for quality.
• Seek opportunities to improve design thinking and workflows.

You have:

• 3-5+ years of web, mobile, or app visual design experience.
• Proficiency in typography, layout, and design elements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, delivering high-quality designs quickly.
• Expertise in Photoshop, with strong file organization and standards adherence.
• Good judgment and proactive collaboration skills.
• Passion for team relationships, mentorship, and alignment around a shared vision.
• Strong communication skills for both creative and technical audiences.
• Prototyping skills to demonstrate interactive behaviors.
• Understanding of web development technologies like HTML, CSS, and iOS.
• Experience with Figma, Photoshop, and Sketch, including pixel-perfect file preparation.

What We Offer:

• Additional days for maternity and parental leave
• Competitive benefits
• Support services for families and new parents
• 13 affinity groups
• Learning and development programs
• Employee discounts

Please note rates below are hourly. Salaries are reviewed based on skills, experience, and market factors during the interview process. For current employees, tenure is also considered.

Salary Range

$49 - $49 CAD

Critical Mass is an equal opportunity employer.