Graphic Artist - Bilingual (EN/FR)

064 Hard Rock Ottawa Employee Services; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock Ottawa Hotel & Casino is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to conceptualize, design, and produce a wide range of marketing materials. You will translate strategic direction into compelling visuals that align with the Hard Rock brand across print, digital, and on-property media.

The role requires a strong portfolio, 5+ years of design experience, and proficiency in Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Dreamweaver.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design is required.
• Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills.
• 5+ years of design experience with industry-standard software.
• Strong portfolio of graphic design work and strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to create print and digital materials such as collateral, signage, newsletters, and marketing assets.
• Translate strategy into high-quality design within established brand identity.
• Develop concepts and execute content with careful attention to color, typography, imagery, and layout.
• Design and produce layouts for visual communications media including branding, packaging, retail displays, and large format graphics.
• Manage multiple projects with deadlines and budget constraints.
• Maintain design databases and ensure timely project approvals and brand consistency.

Skills

Graphic design

Branding

Adobe Creative Suite

Print & digital design

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

Tools

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Dreamweaver

Job description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

JOB DETAILS

• Company: Hard Rock Ottawa Hotel & Casino
• Location: Ottawa, Ontario
• Job Type: Full Time Permanent
• Compensation: CAD $ 56,682- 74,772/Yr.
• License Requirements: AGCO License (Alcohol Gaming Commission Ontario)

OVERVIEW

The Graphic Designer is responsible for conceptualization, designing and producing a wide range of specialized graphic and/or illustrative material to include but not limited to, creating and manipulating graphic images, animations, sound, text and video into consolidated and seamless multimedia programs. He or she will conceptualize and execute ideas. The designer uses knowledge of current graphic design software to produce graphic art and visual materials for promotions, advertising and marketing collateral that supports the overall marketing strategy, goals and objectives for Hard Rock Ottawa.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with multiple teams for a wide range of materials that may include but not limited to print and direct mail collateral, OOH signage, on property signage internal communication, newsletters, and marketing materials
• Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity
• Develop concepts and execute original content determining ideal usage of color, text, font style, imagery, and layout
• Designs and produces art and copy layouts for visual communications media, includes (but is not limited to): collateral, branding, identity, packaging, retail scape and large format graphics.
• Works on a wide range of projects and media, using various computer software to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals
• Works independently and cooperatively on multiple projects with marketing team, meeting deadlines and budget constraints, and scheduling project implementation based on workload.
• Examines existing processes, identifying flaws and creating solutions to improve design capabilities
• Update and maintain internal databases of designs, photography, and video
• Responsible for ensuring projects are executed in a timely manner and are on schedule, obtain the necessary approvals, and reflect company quality and graphic standards.
• Manages Hard Rock image usage/transfers, logo usage/transfers.
• Oversight of pre-press to ensure quality and accuracy for all agency production.
• Communicates with print vendors on spec, hand-off assets and ensure designs are free of error prior to sending to press.
• Plans production schedules for various steps in the design process.
• Serves as a liaison to and provides technical advice with vendors on design and technical graphic issue.
• Must have excellent project, time management skills with the ability to multi-task, and prioritize.
• Must be able to adapt to changes in prioritizations or schedule of items in the work queue if needed.
• Must be able to translate agency branding into property collateral and signage needs.
• Attend and participate in off property functions and events as assigned.
• Participates in department meetings as needed.
• Perform work regularly and reliably.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPIERENCE, EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, art, or similar discipline
• Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills
• 5+ years' experience (academic and professional) with design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, etc.
• Proven experience with graphic design, with a strong portfolio of work
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and French are highly preferred.
• Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Routinely goes above and beyond in the accomplishment of position responsibilities in an effort to play a role in the achievement of organizational goals.
• Present an image of excitement, enthusiasm, and outgoing personality, while being able to project a professional appearance.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• This position spends time on the casino floor, and is subject to varying levels of crowds and noise, and the severity of which depends upon guest volume.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Duties and responsibilities are typically performed in a professional office setting, but there may be times where you will need to be on the Casino Floor or pass through this area.
• On the Casino Floor, you may be exposed to casino-related environmental factors including, but not limited to, excessive noise.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Duties and responsibilities are typically performed in a highly regulated and controlled environment, but there will be times where you will need to be on the Casino Floor to complete job functions as outlined or pass through this area.
• On the Casino Floor, you may be exposed to casino-related environmental factors including, but not limited to, excessive noise.

CLOSING

• Hard Rock International is an equal opportunity employer.
• We live our motto LOVE ALL - SERVE ALL, and strive to foster an inclusive workplace culture for every team member.
• We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
• Please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.

ABOUT US

Be Iconic represents the roots of our culture. The Seminole Tribe of Florida remains the only unconquered tribe in the United States of America. The Tribe established Seminole Gaming in 1979, when it opened the first high-stakes bingo hall in the United States. Building on its rich heritage of courageous and groundbreaking achievements, the Seminole Tribe of Florida acquired Hard Rock International in March 2007- the first transaction of its kind by a Native American tribe. Today, Hard Rock International remains one of the most globally recognized companies in the world, with Hard Rock Hotel, Casino, Cafe and Rock Shop venues in over 74 countries. With the continued growth of Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services was created to support all of our brands and lines of business. With the largest global footprint in the hospitality industry for over 50 years, our number-one job is to bring fun and excitement to our team members and our guests!