graphic designer

TRUEdotDESIGN; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative design agency in Ottawa is seeking an experienced graphic designer to join their team. The role involves estimating project timelines, consulting with clients to understand their communication needs, and producing high-quality graphic designs. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience, in-depth knowledge of Adobe Suite, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The position is on-site, with no remote work options available.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Paid time off

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in graphic design.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations.
• Consult with clients to determine their communication needs.
• Coordinate sub-contracting for production materials.

Skills

Graphic design

User experience design

Client focus

Attention to detail

Education

College/CEGEP

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Suite

InDesign

HTML

CSS

Figma

WordPress

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned
• Quiet

Work setting

• Advertising, marketing and public relations agency

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations
• Adapt existing illustrations
• Assist in developing storyboards for electronic productions such as multimedia, interactive and digital products and television advertising and productions
• 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
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials
• Co-ordinate sub-contracting
• 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
• Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
• Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides
• Usability testing
• Process files and paperwork
• Conduct quality control
• Develop website architecture

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• iOS
• InDesign
• Adobe Suite
• MS Office
• Social Media
• WordPress
• Adobe Illustrator
• CSS
• HTML
• Adobe Photoshop
• Mac OS
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• MS PowerPoint
• Adobe After Effects
• Adobe Lightroom
• Adobe XD
• Figma
• MailChimp
• MAC

Type of production art

• Animation
• Visual effects

Area of work experience

• Strategic planning

Area of specialization

• User experience design
• Graphic design
• Brand management

Additional information

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting
• Large workload
• Tight deadlines

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Team player
• Creativity

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities