Graphic Designer

Honest Agency; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Benefits

Job summary

Honest Agency in Winnipeg is seeking a Graphic Designer to translate concepts into visual expressions. You will collaborate with the design team and report to the Art Director and Partners, balancing creative vision with client objectives.

The role emphasizes strong portfolio, brand development and cross‑channel design for print and web, with a hybrid work environment and opportunities for growth within a growing team.

Qualifications

• Proven design experience across brand development, print and web.
• 3+ years in a successful design studio, department or agency.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent time-management and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops and communicates creative concepts
• Balances strategic development with client business objectives while maintaining studio design/creative standards
• Explores conceptual solutions, fine-tunes design development, illustration, produces comps and production artwork
• Strives for and maintains the highest quality of creative product
• Actively contributes to the team through the creative process
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with co-workers, clients and vendors
• Contributes to the development of the Agency’s brand, culture and quality standards
• Exemplifies the credibility, experience and creativity of our team to clients and the public
• Participates in both internal and client meetings
• Takes responsibility for adherence to project budgets, deadlines and deliverables

Skills

Strong portfolio

Team collaboration

Time management

Client communication

Education

Design Diploma (Red River College)

Fine Arts Degree (University of Manitoba)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The Graphic Designer is responsible for the concept, creation and execution of creative deliverables. Working and collaborating with the design team, the Graphic Designer will report to the Art Director and Partners throughout the process of each project. We are looking for an individual who has the ability to balance creative and analytical thinking with a desire to contribute to a growing team striving for creative success. This person’s portfolio will reflect work that has successfully translated concepts to visual expression.

• Flex your design muscles in an environment that encourages professional and personal growth
• Contribute to the overall direction of Honest Agency with your ideas and effort
• Work for employers who respect your skills and talents and appreciate your contribution
• Work with fellow employees who will challenge you while they make you laugh
• Earn a competitive salary and benefits
• Great views of Portage and Main
• Coffee shops, restaurants, and patios all within walking distance
• Hybrid work environment

Responsibilities and results

• Develops and communicates creative concepts
• Balances strategic development with client business objectives while maintaining studio design/creative standards
• Explores conceptual solutions, fine-tunes design development, illustration,
  produces comps and production artwork
• Strives for and maintains the highest quality of creative product
• Actively contributes to the team through the creative process
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with co-workers, clients and vendors
• Contributes to the development of the Agency’s brand, culture and quality standards
• Exemplifies the credibility, experience and creativity of our team to clients and the public
• Participates in both internal and client meetings
• Takes responsibility for adherence to project budgets, deadlines and deliverables

Skills and experience

• A thorough understanding, appreciation and practice of design
• Demonstrated outstanding creative
• Demonstrated ability to be a part of a team in a collaborative environment
• Experience with strategic brainstorming, campaign development, creative brief development and creative execution
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to engage with clients, articulately present creative concepts and rationale
• Willingness to learn and keep design skills up to date
• Ability to help clients define and solve complex communication problems by translating concepts and strategies into solutions
• Professional, articulate and mature in all aspects of client relationship building
• Flexible, able to respond to the changing demands of clients and projects

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio reflecting work across brand development, print and web
• 2 or 3 year Design Diploma from Red River or Fine Arts Degree from U of M or other
  accredited post secondary institution. (Technical, career, or vocational colleges or institutions will not be considered)
• 3+ years experience in a successful design studio, department or agency
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite