Graphic Designer and Brand Specialist

Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes; London; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused non-profit organization in London, ON is seeking a Graphic Designer and Brand Specialist. The role involves creating promotional materials, executing marketing campaigns, and maintaining brand standards. Candidates should have a strong background in graphic design and digital marketing, along with relevant education and experience. This is a full-time, 6-month contract position with a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Dental and health benefits

Registered Pension Plan opportunity

Employee discount at retail locations

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of related experience (portfolio preferred).
• Valid Ontario driver’s license, personal vehicle and insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain promotional materials for marketing campaigns.
• Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns.
• Understand budgeting and work within financial parameters.
• Update Goodwill's brand standards.
• Work with vendors to complete marketing projects.

Skills

Graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite)

Digital marketing tactics

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Creative design passion

Decision-making skills

Self-motivated

Vendor relationship management

Social media management

Education

Post-secondary diploma/degree in Marketing or Graphic Design

Job description

Overview

Graphic Designer and Brand Specialist

Job Location: London, ON

Position Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Contract

Application Deadline: September 29, 2025

Salary: $24,000-$25,000 for 6-month term

Goodwill is hiring. We are looking for people who are passionate about thrifting, making a difference in the community, helping people and the environment. We are a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving lives through our mission of WORK.

During the recruitment process, accommodation is available upon request.

About Us

Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes is a leading non-profit organization committed to changing lives and communities through the power of WORK. Our workplace aims to be welcoming and respectful to all where every employee and member feels valued and supported. Diversity, equity, accessibility and preserving the environment are important to us. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Mission: Changing Lives and communities through the power of WORK.

Vision: Everyone working and thriving in sustainable communities.

Values: Inclusion, Compassion, Aspiring Workforce, Respect, Empathy.

Why You Will Love Goodwill

• Diverse, inclusive, and dynamic culture with leadership committed to diversity in leadership.
• Accessibility and mobility support; various walking devices and wheelchair accessible locations.
• Mission-driven organization focused on the Power of Work.
• Environmentally focused on zero waste goals.
• Respectful, supportive team and leadership.
• Accredited through CARF International.

Competitive Compensation Package includes:

• Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked).
• Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles.
• Employee discount at retail locations.

Exciting career training and coaching:

• Access to skills training, coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials.

Supportive Life and Work Opportunities:

• Individual personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program.
• Work-life balance with scheduling flexibility.

What You Will Do

• Provide day-to-day creation and maintenance of promotional materials for marketing campaigns, including design, production and distribution.
• Collaborate with mission platforms to develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns to meet team goals.
• Understand basic budgeting and work within financial parameters of projects.
• Maintain, update and improve Goodwill's brand standards, including signage, key messaging, tag lines, trade and logo marks.
• Work with outside vendors and suppliers to complete marketing projects, with travel to and on-site work as needed.
• Occasional travel to Goodwill Community Stores/ADCs to conduct branding audits and gather measurements for future installations.
• Support development of internal and external marketing and communications initiatives (newsletters, email campaigns, annual Impact Reports, etc.).
• Follow all safety standards set out in legislation and Goodwill policies; be actively involved in health, well-being and safety of self and team.

What We Are Looking For

• Advanced level skill in graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong understanding of digital marketing tactics such as email marketing, social media, SEO, content marketing, etc.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; ability to multi-task.
• Ability to translate needs into goals and priorities; capable of managing multiple projects from conception to completion.
• Strong passion for creative design and digital marketing.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to act decisively using analysis and input from others.
• Self-motivated with initiative in marketing strategies and plans.
• Knowledge of design standards and accessibility considerations (AODA compliant).
• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Marketing or Graphic Design (or relevant experience).
• 3 to 5 years of related experience (portfolio preferred).
• Experience setting marketing metrics and tracking progress.
• Established relationships with vendors/suppliers.
• Experience managing multiple social media platforms.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license, personal vehicle and insurance; independent travel required.

Goodwill Industries OGL thanks all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a workplace in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will accommodate applicants at any stage of the hiring process upon request.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 29, 2025.