Junior Graphic Designer

Friends of JNF Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian non-profit organization is seeking a creative Junior Graphic Designer to join their marketing team. The role involves designing materials for fundraising events, social media content, and collaborating with team members on various projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a passion for non-profit work. This position offers growth opportunities and a chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Paid time off for national and Jewish holidays

Group healthcare coverage

Opportunity for skill growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a graphic design role, preferably in a fast-paced or non-profit environment.
• Basic animation skills (or willingness to learn) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce Friends of JNF Canada branded materials and event-related collateral.
• Create materials for fundraising events.
• Design engaging email graphics and newsletters.
• Support social media content creation and editing.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing team.

Skills

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite

Basic knowledge of video editing tools

Strong time management skills

Passion for non-profit work

Education

Completed diploma or degree from an accredited design school

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Canva

Job description

Who We Are

Friends of JNF Canada is a registered Canadian charity proudly carrying forward the legacy generous Canadian donors, continuing decades of support for the people of Israel. At this profound time in Israel’s history, we are building on the enduring connection between Canada’s Jewish community and Israel. We are guided by a shared sense of responsibility and hope for Israel, a country so deeply rooted in our collective identity. We will support charitable activities through projects that help the vulnerable, enhance environmental sustainability, and support the mental and physical health of Israelis in need. Rooted in determination and compassion, we remain dedicated to building a stronger, more hopeful future for Israel together.

About the Role

We are seeking a creative and motivated Junior Graphic Designer to join our dynamic and collaborative marketing team. As a Junior Graphic Designer, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects across both print and digital formats, helping to expand your skills in a supportive and creative environment. You will work on diverse projects, including event collateral, social media graphics, email designs, and more. If you are passionate about design and want to contribute to meaningful projects that have a positive impact, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce Friends of JNF Canada branded materials and event-related collateral.
• Create materials for fundraising events, including flyers, sponsorship books, signage, PowerPoint slides, etc.
• Design engaging email graphics, banners, and basic infographics for newsletters.
• Support the marketing team with social media content creation, including editing reels and other video content.
• Collaborate closely with the Marketing Manager and Senior Graphic Designer to meet project needs and deadlines.
• Create and assist with other design-related tasks as required.

Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Canva.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite, primarily Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint for file sharing.
• Basic knowledge of video editing tools such as After Effects, Canva, Instagram Reels, CapCut, iMovie, or similar programs.
• Basic animation skills (or willingness to learn) is considered an asset.
• Strong time management skills; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for non-profit work and charitable initiatives, particularly related to Israel.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a graphic design role, preferably in a fast-paced or non-profit environment.
• Completed diploma or degree from an accredited design school.

What We Offer

• A close-knit and collaborative marketing team, focused on creative problem solving and innovation.
• Paid time off for national holidays as well as all Jewish holidays.
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects with a direct impact on communities in Israel.
• Group healthcare coverage
• A chance to grow your design skills and make a real difference in the world through your work.

If you\'re looking to develop your design career while working for a purpose-driven organization, we\'d love to hear from you!

To Apply

Please send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to [e-mail] by October 15. No phone calls please. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you.

Friends of JNF Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We look forward to seeing how you can contribute to our creative team!