Graphic Designer

Meet Array; Nanaimo; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work in Nanaimo

Professional growth support

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Meet Array in Nanaimo, BC, is seeking a Graphic Designer with 5+ years agency experience to join our growing team. You’ll blend strong visual design with strategic thinking, collaborating with account managers and developers from concept through execution.

You’ll work across branding, campaigns, websites, and marketing collateral, mentoring junior designers and owning timelines. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma is essential, plus typography, color, and accessibility awareness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional design experience within an agency environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual development and execution of high-quality creative work across print and digital platforms.
• Translate strategic direction into visually compelling design solutions.
• Develop and refine brand identity systems, campaign concepts, and visual communication materials.
• Present ideas and rationale clearly to internal teams and clients.
• Design modern, conversion-focused website experiences in collaboration with developers and strategists.
• Create responsive layouts, wireframes, and UI concepts in Figma.
• Support UX thinking through hierarchy, accessibility, and intuitive design decisions.
• Collaborate closely with account managers, developers, marketers, and fellow creatives.
• Mentor and support intermediate and junior designers through feedback and collaboration.
• Own timelines, communication, and project organization.

Skills

Brand development

UI design

Typography

Project leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Figma

Adobe After Effects

Job description

About Array

Array is an award-winning creative agency based in Nanaimo, BC, focused on helping organizations grow through thoughtful strategy, strong design, and digital experiences that perform.

For more than 16 years, we’ve partnered with municipalities, nonprofits, developers, construction companies, hospitality brands, and purpose-driven organizations across North America. Our team blends brand strategy, graphic design, web development, accessibility, and marketing into cohesive solutions that create real impact.

We care deeply about the quality of our work, the relationships we build, and creating an environment where talented people can continue to grow creatively and professionally.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Graphic Designer to join our growing creative team. This role is ideal for someone with strong agency experience who combines exceptional visual design skills with strategic thinking, attention to detail, and confidence leading projects from concept through execution.

At Array, Graphic Designers are expected to contribute beyond production. This role requires someone who can elevate creative quality, bring thoughtful ideas to the table, collaborate closely with account managers and developers, and help guide projects with a high level of ownership and professionalism.

You'll work across a wide variety of industries and mediums including branding, campaigns, websites, presentations, signage, social content, publications, digital ads, and marketing collateral.

What You'll Be Doing

Creative & Brand Development

• Lead the conceptual development and execution of high-quality creative work across print and digital platforms
• Translate strategic direction into thoughtful, visually compelling design solutions
• Develop and refine brand identity systems, campaign concepts, and visual communication materials
• Ensure consistency, polish, and attention to detail across all deliverables
• Present ideas and rationale clearly to both internal teams and clients
• Design modern, conversion-focused website experiences in collaboration with developers and strategists
• Create responsive layouts, wireframes, and UI concepts in Figma
• Support UX thinking through clear hierarchy, accessibility awareness, and intuitive design decisions
• Collaborate closely with account managers, developers, marketers, and fellow creatives
• Help mentor and support intermediate and junior designers through feedback and collaboration
• Contribute positively to creative discussions, reviews, and internal processes
• Take ownership of timelines, communication, and project organization

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of professional design experience within an agency environment
• Strong portfolio demonstrating brand development & systems, web layout, ad campaigns and digital work
• High proficiency in: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Figma & Adobe After Effects
• Strong understanding of typography, composition, colour, hierarchy, and production setup
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and confidence collaborating directly with teams and clients
• A high level of accountability, organization, and creative problem solving

Bonus Points

• Experience designing for Custom WordPress websites
• Motion graphics or animation experience
• Understanding of accessibility and inclusive design principles (WCAG 2.2, Level AA)
• Experience working with municipal, nonprofit, or development-sector clients

Why Join Array?

• Hybrid work environment based in Nanaimo, BC
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, award-winning projects
• Collaborative, creative team culture
• Support for professional growth and creative development
• A studio environment that values strategy just as much as aesthetics

If you're passionate about thoughtful design, collaboration, and creating work that makes an impact, we'd love to hear from you.