Digital Communications & Design Coordinator

Business Council of Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Calgary is seeking a Digital Communications & Design Coordinator. The role involves graphic design, video editing, and creating engaging content for digital platforms. The ideal candidate has a degree in a creative field and 1+ years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive compensation, a bonus program, and an employer-paid benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus program

Employer-matched retirement program

High-quality, employer-paid benefits package

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience in graphic design, video editing, and multimedia production.
• Excellent typography, layout, and visual hierarchy.
• Strong organizational ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and lay out BCA’s policy reports and presentations.
• Produce high-quality video content to amplify BCA’s message.
• Manage updates to the BCA website, ensuring user-friendly design.

Skills

Graphic design

Video editing

Multimedia production

Digital storytelling

Education

Certificate, diploma, or bachelor’s in graphic design, information design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

WordPress

Job description

Position:Permanent, full-time

Location:#1600–835 8 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta

Work arrangement:Primarily in-office

Hours:Standard office hours (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.).Occasional work outside of standard hours may be required to support events or key initiatives.

ABOUT THE BUSINESS COUNCIL OF ALBERTA

The Business Council of Alberta is a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to building a better Alberta within a more dynamic Canada.

Composed of chief executives and leading entrepreneurs of the province’s largest enterprises, Council members represent the majority of Alberta’s private sector investment, job creation, exports, and research and development.

BCA works with leaders and stakeholders across Alberta and Canada to advance bold, innovative public policy solutions that make life better for Albertans.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager of Communications, the Digital Communications & Design Coordinator is acreative powerhouseresponsible for bringing BCA’s ideas and stories to life through exceptional design and multimedia production.

This role blends professionalgraphic design, audio/video editing, and digital storytelling— helping transform complex policy and economic ideas into visually compelling, accessible, and engaging content across platforms.

Working closely with the Communications and External Relations team, this position ensures BCA’s brand and message stand out with clarity, creativity, and polish.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Graphic Design & Visual Storytelling

Bring complex ideas to life through exceptional design and layout.

• Design and lay out BCA’s policy reports, annual reports, presentations, and all other branded materials.
• Create visually striking assets for digital and print campaigns, maintaining consistent brand standards and exceptional attention to detail.
• Develop creative concepts and templates that elevate BCA’s visual identity and make data and insights accessible and engaging.
• Use professional design software (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects) and modern tools (Canva, etc.) to deliver high-quality outputs.

Multimedia & Audio-Visual Production

Produce high-quality video and audio content that amplifies BCA’s message.

• Plan, film, and edit short-form and long-form video content for web, social, and event use—interviews, explainers, motion graphics, and promotional videos.
• Record and edit audio content (such as podcasts, etc.) to a professional standard.
• Manage lighting, audio, and production setups for in-office and remote shoots.
• Ensure all multimedia assets align with BCA’s brand, tone, and standards.

Digital Content & Campaign Support

Create engaging content for digital platforms that connects with Alberta’s business community.

• Develop creative content for social media, websites, and digital campaigns that bring BCA’s messages to life through visuals, motion, and design.
• Collaborate with Communications Coordinator to execute digital storytelling campaigns that drive engagement and impact.
• Design thumbnails, GIFs, and animations optimized for optimized for newsletters, social media, and web distribution.
• Understand BCA’s different audience segments tailor to reach them effectively.

Website Management

Keep BCA’s digital presence fresh, functional, and visually strong.

• Manage updates and enhancements to the BCA website (WordPress), emphasizing user-friendly design and strong visual presentation.
• Optimize the online experience for audiences, ensuring BCA’s research and policy work is easy to access, visually appealing, and mobile responsive.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Certificate, diploma, or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, information design, digital media, communications, or a related creative field.
• 1+ years of professional experience in graphic design, video editing, and multimedia production.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Audition), Canva, and equivalent professional tools.
• Experience in video production, including filming, editing, lighting, and motion graphics.
• Proven ability in audio recording and editing, including podcasts or interviews.
• Excellent typography, layout, and visual hierarchy.
• Strong organizational ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Assets:

• Experience with website management tools (WordPress, Divi, etc.) and familiarity with HTML/CSS or web design principles.
• Strong storytelling instincts and the ability to translate complex ideas into engaging visual and multimedia narratives.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital content trends.
• Knowledge of government policy, business, and economics is an asset.

ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrated experience designing professional publications and branded materials.
• Strong creative judgment paired with technical excellence.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a creative, mission-driven environment.
• Passion for innovation and staying ahead of design and multimedia trends.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation, benchmarked against private-sector organizations (not non-profits)
• Annual bonus program— a rare feature for a non-profit
• Employer-matched retirement program
• High-quality, employer-paid benefits package

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a portfolio highlighting your best work in graphic design and multimedia production — including examples of layouts, infographics, and video or audio projects — to [e-mail].

If your portfolio is online, please include alink (e.g., personal website, Google Drive, Dropbox, or Behance).NOTE: Ensure links are viewable without special permissions.

The deadline to apply isNov. 19, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.