Graphic Designer (Fundraising and Marketing Focus)

Royal Ontario Museum; Toronto; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading cultural institution as a Graphic Designer, where your creativity will shape the visual identity of a renowned organization. In this role, you'll develop high-quality marketing materials that enhance fundraising and donor engagement. Collaborate with dynamic teams to deliver innovative designs while adhering to brand guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment while making a meaningful impact on cultural initiatives. If you have a passion for visual storytelling and a keen eye for detail, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness plan

Pension

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional graphic design experience in marketing or nonprofit.
• Strong portfolio showcasing marketing materials and branding.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop marketing materials including pitch decks and proposals.
• Collaborate with teams to create engaging visual assets.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Graphic Design

Visual Communication

Time Management

Email Marketing Platforms (Mailchimp, Constant Contact)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or visual arts

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Are you a creative and detail-oriented design professional with a passion for visual storytelling? Join the ROM Foundation team as our Graphic Designer and help shape the visual identity of one of Canada’s leading cultural institutions. You’ll play a vital role in producing high-quality, visually engaging materials that support the Foundation’s fundraising, marketing, and communications initiatives. From pitch decks and proposals to digital campaigns and event invitations, your designs will help elevate ROM’s mission and donor engagement strategies.

The ROM Foundation is a strategic partner to the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), advancing its mission through inspired philanthropic and sponsorship relations. The Foundation is committed to building a top-tier cultural fundraising enterprise, distinguished by its creativity, impact, and meaningful donor relationships.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Vice-President, Corporate, Marketing, and Signature Events, the Graphic Designer will play a key role in developing and executing impactful visual assets that support strategic fundraising, brand positioning, and marketing initiatives. The successful candidate will be an exceptional visual communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is skilled at working within established brand guidelines, and consistently delivers on tight deadlines across multiple platforms.
You will collaborate with fundraising teams and marketing colleagues to craft materials that not only meet high design standards but also advance donor engagement and corporate sponsorship. Your ability to balance creativity with precision, manage competing priorities, and adapt to various project needs will be essential to your success in this role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and Content Development
• Design and develop visually compelling marketing materials, including (but not limited to) campaign materials, pitch decks, proposals, email templates, newsletters, invitations, and advertisements.
• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications teams to understand project objectives and deliver creative solutions that clearly convey key messages and resonate with target audiences.
• Tailor design strategies in collaboration with Fundraising Relationship Managers to enhance engagement across philanthropic and corporate donor segments.
• Ensure all creative outputs align with ROM Foundation and ROM brand guidelines, maintaining consistency across all channels and media types.
• Adapt designs across print and digital media with strong attention to detail and production requirements.
• Incorporate internal feedback from various departments and stakeholders to refine and finalize design outputs.
• Support layout and visual presentation of internal documents, such as presentations and reports, as needed.
Project and Workflow Management
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high quality.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices to continually bring fresh, innovative ideas to the team.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual arts, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in a marketing, nonprofit, or agency environment.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft PowerPoint; familiarity with other relevant design tools is an asset.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating experience in marketing materials, branding, and digital content.
• Skilled in working within established brand guidelines, with a strong eye for layout, colour, typography, and visual consistency.
• Experience designing for both print and digital platforms, with knowledge of production specs and vendor liaison.
• Strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Experience with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards in visual design is considered an asset.

ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS:
• Creative and innovative, with a passion for design and visual storytelling.
• Highly organized and efficient, able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Receptive to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all deliverables.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Driven by high standards of professionalism and excellence in all aspects of the role.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
• Start Date: ASAP
• Status: Full-Time Permanent
• Employee Group: ROM Governors
• Schedule: 35 Hours per week
• Probationary Period: Six (6) Months
• Location: Toronto, ON
• Open Date: May 1, 2025
• Close Date: May 22, 2025
• Salary: CAD 88,000 to CAD 106,000
• Work Model: In-Person with flexible work arrangements (minimum 3 days in office)
• Benefits: Comprehensive health and wellness plan, pension, professional development opportunities

ADDITIONAL NOTES:
• We will be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received, and ROM Governors may choose to move forward with interviews before the deadline. Early submission is encouraged.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
At ROM Governors, we consider equity, diversity, and inclusion foundational to our institutional success. We seek to foster a workplace that reflects the diversity of the city and province in which we are located and welcome all qualified and experienced candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, age, sex, race, religion, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT:
ROM Governors is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Upon request, suitable accommodation is available under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to applicants invited to an interview.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The selected candidate will be required to participate in all required background checks, which may include criminal, credit, and employment verification.