Graphic Designer Administrative Position: Full-Time

The King's University; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The King's University, based in Edmonton, Alberta, is seeking a Graphic Designer to join Marketing. You will deliver on-brand visuals across print and digital channels to support recruitment, fundraising, and brand-advancement initiatives.

The role requires a strong eye for design, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to brand guidelines and contributing to a dynamic Christian post-secondary community.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating print, digital, promo-product work, and photography examples.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or Affinity.
• Advanced knowledge of design, layout principles, typography, and colour.
• Experience preparing production-ready files and coordinating with vendors.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Produces visual designs for publications, advertisements, signage, and event collateral.
• Creates digital assets: social media graphics, web assets, landing page visuals, and simple motion assets.
• Prepares print/production-ready files and coordinates specs, timelines, and cost estimates.
• Shoots and edits photography for marketing and communications needs; handles post-production and asset management.
• Applies and maintains brand standards; develops and updates templates and style guides.
• Develops web design solutions in concordance with UI/UX best practices.

Skills

Graphic design

Creative thinking

Time management

Communication

Education

Diploma/degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

The King's University offers an exceptional liberal arts education from a Christian perspective. Located in Edmonton, Alberta, King's serves students from across Canada and around the world. Join a dedicated team who have a desire and common mission to see students grow in a dynamic and nurturing Christian environment. People who love working and succeed at King’s serve God gladly, work collaboratively, think creatively, and embrace diversity.

Graphic DesignerFull-time, Continuing

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, the Graphic Designer delivers creative, on-brand solutions across print and digital platforms in support of The King’s University’s mission and its recruitment, fundraising, and brand-advancement objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for design, can adapt well to a fast-paced environment, and will demonstrate an ability to create thoughtful and engaging designs while adhering tobrand guidelines and working collaboratively with others.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produces compelling visual designs for publications, advertisements, signage, and event collateral
• Creates digital assets: social media graphics, web assets, landing page visuals, and simple motion/animated assets.
• Prepares print/production-ready files and manages vendor relationships. Coordinates specs, timelines, and cost estimates.
• Shoots and edits photography for marketing and communications needs; handles post-production, organizes and maintains photography libraries and usage rights.
• Applies and maintains brand standards; develops and updates templates and style guides.
• Develops web design solutions in concordance with UI/UX best practices.
• Builds and maintains a centralized asset library (logos, fonts, templates, icons, motion files).
• Provides design guidance and basic training to staff on using templates and brand assets.
• Manages multiple projects: estimates timelines, prioritizes tasks, and meets deadlines across competing requests.
• Monitors the latest trends in graphic design and post-secondary marketing to ensure fresh and attractive creative.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment. Open to pitching ideas and receiving feedback.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or degree in graphic design, visual arts, or related field.
• 4+ years of professional design experience.
• Portfolio demonstrating print, digital, promo-product work, and photography examples.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or Affinity.
• Advanced knowledge of design, layout principles, typography, and colour.
• Experience preparing production-ready files and coordinating with vendors.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated photography skills: on-location shooting, portrait and event photography, and imageretouching/asset management.
• Basic understanding of UI/UX
• Motion design experience (Adobe After Effects, DaVinci Resolve), an asset.
• Commitment to and understanding of Christian post-secondary education.
• Professing, practicing Christian able to sign King’s Statement of Faith.

A condition of employment is assent to the University’s Christian Statement of Faith found at:The King’s University follows a standardized salary grid. The salary range for the position is $63,201 - $80,409/yr dependent on qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefit package, pension, and generous vacationand time off are provided.

Human ResourcesThe King’s University9125-50 Street, Edmonton, AlbertaT6B 2H3E-mail: [e-mail]. Visit our web site at www.kingsu.ca.We appreciate all applicants for considering The King's University as a potential employer, however, onlythose considered for an interview will be contacted.The King's University respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including members of visible minorities, Indigenous, First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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• The King's University offers an exceptional liberal arts education from a Christian perspective. Located in Edmonton, Alberta, King's serves students from across Canada and around the world. Join a dedicated team who have a desire and common mission ...
• Graphic Designer
• POSITION SUMMARY
• Reporting to the Director of Marketing, the Graphic Designer delivers creative, on-brand solutions across print and digital platforms in support of The King's University’s mission and its recruitment, fundraising, and brand-advancement objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for design, can adapt well to a fast-paced environment, and will demonstrate an ability to create thoughtful and engaging designs while adhering tobrand guidelines and working collaboratively with others.
• key responsibilities
• QUALIFICATIONS