Manager, Creative and Digital Production (12 Month Contract)

Cigionline; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading think tank seeks a Manager for Creative & Digital Production, overseeing a dynamic team to create impactful digital content. In this role, you will lead projects that translate research into compelling visuals and interactive tools, while maintaining brand identity. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in digital production, a relevant degree, and a strong grasp of design principles and UX/UI standards. A hybrid work environment is offered to encourage collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in creative and digital production.
• Previous experience in team leadership and project management.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CIGI's visual identity and maintain brand consistency.
• Lead concurrent creative and digital production projects.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing creative and technical team.

Skills

Project Management

Design Principles

UX/UI Standards

Data Visualization

Web Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in digital media, graphic design, UX design, computer science

Design or project management certifications (RGD, GDC, PMP, CMA)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

HTML/CSS

Content Management Systems

Tableau

Looker Studio

Job description

Manager, Creative and Digital Production (12 Month Contract)

The Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) is an independent, non-partisan think tank whose peer-reviewed research, foresight and trusted analysis influence policy makers to innovate. With the engagement of a global network of experts and contributors, CIGI tackles the governance challenges and opportunities of data and transformative technologies, including AI, and their impact on the economy, security, democracy and, ultimately, societies. CIGI delivers independent world-leading research and analysis to influence policy on cutting-edge issues that intersect transformative technologies and governance.

POSITION SUMMARY

CIGI is seeking a dynamic and visionary Manager, Creative & Digital Production to lead our multidisciplinary creative team. This role is responsible for translating CIGI’s cutting-edge research into compelling, accessible digital and visual content including reports, interactive tools, data visualizations, multimedia assets, and more.

As the leader of the creative and digital production team, you will oversee designers, software developers, and multimedia producers, ensuring brand consistency, design excellence, and technical innovation across all platforms. Play a pivotal role in transforming how research is shared and understood within a dynamic and collaborative environment at the forefront of global thought leadership.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Brand Leadership: Oversee CIGI’s visual identity across all platforms and maintain a strong, consistent brand presence. Develop and manage brand tools and style guides.
• Creative Project Management: Lead concurrent creative and digital production projects, including the CIGI website, publications, and the “Policy Prompt” podcast.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a high-performing creative and technical team.
• Data & Analytics: Monitor website and product analytics to guide improvements and report on engagement and impact to CIGI leadership.
• Strategic Production: Collaborate with researchers and leadership to align creative strategies with CIGI’s research priorities and dissemination goals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in digital media, graphic design, UX design, computer science, or a related field.
  • Design or project management certifications (RGD, GDC, PMP, CMA) are assets.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in creative and digital production.
• Previous experience in team leadership and project management.
• Deep knowledge of design principles, UX/UI standards, and accessibility regulations (AODA, WCAG).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, web development (HTML/CSS, CMS), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker Studio).
• Strong grasp of web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) for data-driven decision-making.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects with a focus on innovation and quality.

Note: This position is based at our CIGI Campus in Waterloo, Ontario, where employees have a hybrid work environment which requires them to be in the office a minimum of 2 days per week.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume, cover letter and salary expectations to [e-mail] by June 19, 2025. Incomplete applications may not be considered. We appreciate all candidates’ applications but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CIGI is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment. Our goal is to attract and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. We are committed to providing accommodation to applicants throughout the recruitment and hiring process.