Graphic Designer

DAP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home repair manufacturer is seeking a skilled Graphic Designer in Toronto to create packaging and promotional materials across digital and print. The ideal candidate has a degree in Graphic Design, 5 years of experience, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. Join a collaborative team focused on brand-aligned creative solutions and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Competitive health insurance rates

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in packaging and promotional material development.
• Strong knowledge of print production processes.
• Detail-oriented with excellent layout and composition skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop product labels and packaging.
• Create digital assets for web and social media.
• Collaborate with marketing team to ensure brand consistency.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Graphic Design

Tools

CAD

Canva

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Graphic Designer to support our Product, Channel, and Digital Marketing teams. This role is responsible for developing visually compelling and brand-aligned creative assets across packaging, retail, and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design for both print and digital media, experience with bilingual packaging, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This position requires close coordination with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure all creative output meets brand, marketing, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

Product Marketing design

• Design and develop product labels and packaging in alignment with brand guidelines, which convey accurate messaging.
• Adapt U.S. product labels to Canadian bilingual requirements, integrating French translations and local regulatory requirements ensuring visual appeal and brand identity compliance.
• Update and modify existing labels and marketing materials as needed based on product updates or regulatory changes.
• Create mockups, illustrations, logos, and other graphics and preliminary label studies for new labels and recommend the best solution based on local competitive and retail landscape.
• QA designs for errors
• Pass final design to development or publishing teams for release

Channel Marketing design

• Design and update promotional materials including brochures, sell sheets, POS displays, and shelf signage.
• Create display renderings, end cap art, and product superimpositions using die lines and print-ready formats.
• Maintain and update the merchandising toolbox flipbooks, print and digital (DAP, Home Depot).
• Develop and revise files for display headers and 3D renderings.
• Support the creation and revision of print and digital assets for retail programs and channel-specific initiatives.

Digital Marketing design

• Design digital assets for web, email, social media, and paid advertising campaigns.
• Develop visual content for landing pages, microsites, and digital banners.
• Produce graphics (advanced content) for DAP and retailers’ websites, including product imagery and promotional content.
• Assist in the creation of infographics, data visualizations, and interactive content.
• Design templates and layouts for newsletters and email marketing.
• Collaborate on video projects by designing overlays, thumbnails, and end screens.
• Ensure brand consistency across all digital touchpoints.
• Optimize graphics for performance across devices and platforms.

Others

• Ensure all graphic content is aligned with brand guidelines.
• Work closely with the marketing team to ensure designs meet brand, marketing, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare print-ready files with precise specifications for production.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (marketing, regulatory) and external vendors (printers, agencies) to ensure design feasibility and quality.
• Maintain an organized digital asset library for packaging and promotional materials.
• Manage multiple design projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel at least quarterly to the DAP head office in Baltimore, MD for meetings and training with the US Creative Team.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in packaging, label design, and promotional material development.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. CAD and Canva desirable.
• Strong knowledge of print production processes, color management, dielines, and typography.
• Experience with multiple types of design, including product labels, digital marketing and promotional materials.
• Detail-oriented with excellent layout and composition skills.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks while meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a team environment.

About DAP

DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.

You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.

At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP’s history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/

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