Multimedia and Graphic Designer

University of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits & pension

Vacation time

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

University of Manitoba is seeking a skilled communications professional to develop digital and print media, manage social channels, and uphold branding standards across platforms. The role includes shooting and editing photos, video, and audio, supporting Drupal/SharePoint pages, and advising on content architecture and site navigation.

The successful candidate will bring a formal design education, 4+ years of related experience, and strong Adobe Suite proficiency, along with knowledge of CMS,

Qualifications

• Formal education/training in graphic and digital design is required.
• Progressive design experience including print and digital work.
• Experience with CMS and UX/UI considerations.
• Proficiency with Adobe Suite and media equipment/software.
• Experience creating content for social media and branding guidance.

Responsibilities

• Create digital and print media to support engagement and recruitment.
• Shoot, edit, and post photos, video, and audio content.
• Manage social media channels and analytics.
• Maintain branding standards across platforms and webpages.
• Provide production support for events and communications projects.
• Assist with Faculty of Arts webpages (Drupal/SharePoint) and site navigation.

Skills

Graphic design

Digital design

Social media planning

Branding guidance

Video/photo production

UX/UI understanding

Education

Graphic and digital design program

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Drupal

SharePoint

WordPress

HTML/CSS

Job description

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The opportunity:

Join the Faculty of Arts Communications Team and help generate creative media to enhance impact awareness, student recruitment, internal and external engagement, event attendance, and research visibility. In this role, you will develop digital and print media, shoot, acquire, edit, and post photos, video, and audio content, manage social media channels, maintain branding standards, and produce compelling materials across a variety of platforms.

You will also support the faculty’s webpages including Drupal and SharePoint pages, advising on content and navigation best practices, and monitoring web and social media analytics. In addition, you will assist with communications projects and events, providing production, administrative, and audiovisual support to help deliver successful Faculty initiatives.

The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:

• Completion of a formal education/training program in graphic and digital design is required.
• Four years directly related progressive experience including a minimum 1-year experience in print and digital graphic design required.
• Experience working with a content management system required including experience in building pages and an understanding of UX and UI.
• Experience with video, audio and photo equipment and software required.
• Experience with content creation and planning for social media required.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Expert knowledge of graphics/publishing software including Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Express), and Acrobat Pro required.
• Expert ability using photo and video equipment and software required.
• Expert knowledge of website content management systems, (Drupal, SharePoint, and WordPress) and web development/coding (HTML, CSS, etc.) required.
• Expert knowledge of social media platforms required.
• Strong knowledge of direct email packages, event management software and survey software preferred.
• Strong networking and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with multiple audiences (i.e., students, staff, academics, and members of the community) required.
• Highly organized and efficient in a fast paced and diverse environment required.
• Experience with the application of branding guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Ability to exercise initiative and creativity is preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office, Forms, Teams and Zoom required.
• Ability to effectively work within a team is an asset.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
• Develop creative works for use across various digital and print platforms using Adobe Creative Suite tools or other equivalent software.
• Develop and maintain templates, forms and the faculty’s image and logo libraries.
• Shoot, acquire, edit and post photos, videos and audio.
• Proofread, edit and revise content, ensuring copy is clear and effective.
• Advise the Faculty on branding and visual identity guidelines to follow university standards.
• Execute the social media strategy and calendar across various platforms.
• Coordinate and maintain schedules for all recurring content distribution channels.
• Build and maintain Faculty of Arts webpages, including Drupal and SharePoint pages.
• Advise Faculty of Arts content owners on website architecture, navigation, content and adherence to university standards.
• Monitor web traffic and analyze web metrics and social media analytics for reporting purposes.
• Provide production support for print, web and digital projects.
• Assist with events including the creation of materials, distribution of communications, room set up, audio/visual requirements, photography, etc.
• Attend University and Faculty events in an administrative support role. Approximately 10-15 times per year events will take place outside of regular office hours.

Why the University of Manitoba?

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

• Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
• Competitive vacation time.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

Closing Date: August 12, 2026

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.