Graphic Designer

Harding Display; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian design firm in Toronto is looking for a talented Graphic Designer to create impactful solutions for clients. The role involves developing concept art, working with cross-functional teams, and managing projects. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of design experience and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. This full-time position offers opportunities to collaborate in a creative environment.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in graphic design for packaging, POP displays, or promotional design.
• Strong understanding of printing processes, colour management, and dielines.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

Responsibilities

• Develop concept art for various retail displays.
• Prepare graphics templates in line with customer guidelines.
• Manage project files according to company standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Degree/diploma in Graphic Design, Packaging, or Digital Media

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Graphic Designer

Harding Display Corp (HDC) is a leading Canadian provider of point‑of‑sale and in‑store marketing solutions. Located in Scarborough, Ontario, HDC has proudly served clients across Canada and the U.S. since 1927. Our customers—including Coca Cola, Keurig, Molson Coors, Blackhawk Network, and Canon—choose us for our best‑in‑class customer focus and innovative design of temporary and permanent displays.

We are looking for a talented Graphic Designer to play a key role in translating client requests into impactful creative solutions. You will be responsible for creating artwork from scratch, adapting client‑supplied files, developing presentation materials, and producing accurate print layouts for prototypes and production.

Role Overview

This role requires balancing creative design, technical production accuracy, and cross‑team collaboration. You will work closely with structural designers, production, sales, and vendors to ensure all deliverables meet client brand guidelines and Harding Display quality standards.

What You’ll Do

• Review incoming design requests for clarity, ensuring deliverables can be executed to client expectations
• Develop concept art for temporary, semi‑permanent, and permanent retail displays
• Create and prepare final graphics templates that align with customer brand guidelines
• Support the Print Production Manager with production layouts and art prep
• Occasionally proof vendor‑supplied hard copy prints using checklists to confirm fonts, colours, and images
• Revise and refine designs based on internal and client feedback
• Ensure dielines from structural design align accurately with print‑ready artwork
• Manage project files according to HDC standards and policies
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams (production, operations, sales) to deliver successful outcomes
• Provide timely updates on milestones, challenges, or changes that may impact project timelines
• Partner with project teams to solve challenges and negotiate workable solutions
• Occasionally attend client briefings and brainstorming sessions

Leadership & Growth

• Ensure compliance with design request processes and file standards
• Take full ownership of assigned projects, monitoring timelines and workload to avoid bottlenecks
• Proactively flag risks (timeline, scope creep, design accuracy) and escalate when needed
• Contribute to team knowledge‑sharing and continuous improvement
• Deliver client work that meets expectations while respecting project budgets
• Help identify out‑of‑scope requests and communicate potential impacts on project profitability
• Work efficiently with resources to maximize value and minimize waste

Requirements

• Experience: 3–5 years in graphic design for packaging, POP displays, or promotional design
• Education: Degree/diploma in Graphic Design, Packaging, or Digital Media—or equivalent experience
• Technical Skills:
• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) – intermediate to expert
• Strong understanding of printing processes, colour management, and dielines
• Ability to produce both conceptual sketches and polished, print‑ready files
• Familiarity with large‑format printers and production workflows
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to adapt under pressure
• Competitive, ambitious, and goal‑driven with a sense of urgency
• Asset: Experience with 3D modelling software (3DS Max with V‑Ray preferred)

Apply

If this sounds like you, please do not hesitate to apply. We look forward to reviewing your application! Please include a link to your portfolio with your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with Harding Display; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Harding Display, we want people to love their work and show respect and empathy to all. We are committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve and encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. If you require accommodation at any point through the hiring process, please contact the People & Talent Department at [e-mail] using the subject line: Accommodation Request.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Design

Industries

Advertising Services