graphic artist

Grand Central Stitchin' Inc; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A graphic design firm in Red Deer is seeking a graphic designer with 1-2 years of experience to create visual illustrations and graphics. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Adobe Suite, capable of working in a multidisciplinary setting, and able to consult effectively with clients to meet their communication goals. This role requires onsite work with several employee benefits including health care and free parking.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in graphic design.
• Knowledge of client communication and project management.
• Proficient in Adobe Suite and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Estimate project timelines for graphic designs.
• Consult with clients about their illustrative needs.
• Develop and produce visual sketches and final products.

Skills

Graphic design

Client consultation

Adobe Suite

2-D animations

3-D illustrations

Education

College or non-university diploma in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience
  
  

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned
  
  

Work setting

• Graphic design firm
• Printing shop
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations
• Adapt existing illustrations
• Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs
• Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations
• Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials
• Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication
• Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
• Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides
• Process files and paperwork
• Arrange for production or purchase of promotional products
  
  

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility
  
  

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Art or graphic arts
  
  

Computer and technology knowledge

• Adobe Suite
• MS Office
• Social Media
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• MS Windows
• MS Excel
  
  

Equipment and machinery experience

• Scanner
  
  

Area of specialization

• Graphic design
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
  
  

Other Benefits

• Free parking available