Graphic Designer

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 81,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

The City of Mississauga is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to join the Strategic Communications & Initiatives team. The role focuses on visual communications and brand identity, including signage and web design to support city programs and campaigns.

You will collaborate across departments, deliver on tight timelines, and contribute to the Visual Identity Program. A portfolio is required prior to interview; hybrid work with office three days per week is offered.

Qualifications

• University/college degree in Graphic Design with 4+ years in communication design.
• ACQUISITION of RG D accreditation is an asset.
• Ability to design for print and digital media on time.
• Strong communication and presentation with internal clients.
• Expertise in current Adobe design/web software.
• AODA knowledge and application to design/documents.
• Prepress/print production experience preferred.
• Project and time management within a team.

Responsibilities

• Design artwork for diverse projects: social, web, print, signage.
• Ensure artwork meets AODA requirements and quality standards.
• Collaborate with internal clients and project leads.
• Meet established timelines and deadlines.
• Oversee selection of outside design/photography services when needed.
• Coordinate with Print shop for cost-effective production.
• Direct photoshoots as required.
• Maintain and manage project documentation and filing.
• Implement and maintain the Corporation's Visual Identity Program.

Skills

Conceptual design

Brand identity

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Portfolio presentation

Adobe design software

Web design software

Education

Graphic Design degree/diploma

RGD accreditation (asset)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

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Graphic Designer

Req ID:27374
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: Up to 18 months
Number of Positions:1
Closing Date:10/13/2026

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled graphic designer to join the City of Mississauga’s Strategic Communications & Initiatives (SC&I) team. This role is design-focused and requires hands‑on professional experience in graphic design.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Creative Services, the successful candidate will develop thoughtful design solutions that support the City’s communications, marketing, and business goals. The role specializes in visual communications and brand identity, including signage and wayfinding, internal and external campaigns, publications, and web and digital design.

You will work collaboratively with the Strategic Communications & Initiatives team, as well as project leads and senior leaders across the organization, to deliver creative, compelling, and effective designs. These designs will be applied across a range of digital and print platforms to support City initiatives and services.

If you are an experienced graphic designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining both in-office (3 days) and remote work for a period of up to 18 months.

• Design and prepare artwork for a wide variety of design projects; social, web, screens, print, signage etc.
• Ensure all artwork meets AODA requirements.
• Work closely with internal departments to make design recommendations.
• Work within established timelines to ensure deadlines are met.
• Provide input into the selection process and use of outside design, illustration, photography, print/reproduction services, ensuring cost-effectiveness is maintained, quality is attained and the timely delivery of final product.
• Work closely with the Print shop to ensure quality, cost-effective products.
• Direct photoshoots as required.
• Manage client relationships.
• Manage time, resources, documentation and administration of personal workload.
• Manage electronic filing of projects as part of the project process.
• Implement and maintain the Corporation's Visual Identity Program, ensuring correct logo usage.
• Keep current with changing trends in design and technology.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

The City of Mississauga is looking for an experienced graphic designer with excellent conceptual skills who can generate innovative and strategic design ideas.

• Must have a university or college degree/diploma in Graphic Design with a minimum of 4 years of experience in communication design.
• R.G.D. accreditation is considered an asset.
• Must be able to design for various media, print and digital, and execute them effectively as well as on time.
• This role includes working closely with internal clients from various business areas, strong and effective communication and presentation skills are required.
• Expertise in the most current Adobe design and web software.
• Must have AODA knowledge and how it applies to design and document creation.
• Prepress and print production experience is preferred.
• Must have project and time management skills and work well within a team environment.

Note: You will be required to submit a portfolio prior to the interview, if shortlisted.

Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 44.27 - $ 59.03 / $ 80,567 - $ 107,426
Hours of Work:35
Work Model: This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be onsite in the office 3 days per week and allowing remote work for the remaining days. Specific in-office days may be set by the team or department to support collaboration and business needs.
Work Location:Civic Centre - 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
Department/Division/Section:CMO/City Manager's Office,CMO/Strategic Communications&Initiatives,Corporate & Department Communication
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing and/or screening candidates for some positions; however, it is not used in selecting final candidates.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Accommodations

The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [e-mail] citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.