Part-time Graphic Designer

Algonquin College; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Algonquin College in Ottawa is seeking a part-time Marketing Graphics Specialist to design engaging print, digital, and multimedia materials using Adobe Creative Suite. You will take projects from concept to completion, creating materials that support student recruitment, brand awareness, and event promotion while aligning with our brand standards.

You will design brochures, flyers, posters, social assets, website graphics, email visuals, and multimedia content, and you will develop concepts and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 year diploma or degree in Graphic Design or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in: Print, electronic/digital graphics environment and web
• Visual storytelling such as wireframe interaction and architecture diagrams.
• Creative and marketing knowledge/experience to develop new campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce print and digital marketing materials including brochures, flyers, posters, banners, and signage.
• Create and edit multimedia content such as motion graphics, short-form videos, and presentation visuals.
• Develop creative concepts and visual solutions to communicate key messages to target audiences.
• Ensure all designs align with brand standards, accessibility, and marketing objectives.

Skills

Creative marketing knowledge

Visual storytelling

Brand alignment

Education

Diploma or degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Department:

Marketing

Position Type:

Part-Time Support

Salary Range:

$34.64-$40.15-Hourly

Sc** heduled Weekly Hours:

24

Anticipated Start Date:

November 23, 2026

Length of Contract:

n/a

Posting Information

Employees who are part-time internal candidates, as defined by the Part-Time Support Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.

Posting Closing Date:

November 11, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the development of engaging visual designs across print, digital, and multimedia platforms. Using Adobe Creative Suite, the incumbent is responsible for taking projects from conceptualization to completion, creating high-quality marketing materials that support student recruitment, brand awareness, institutional communications, and event promotion while while ensuring alignment with Algonquin College’s brand standards and strategic objectives.

In this position the incumbent will:

• Design and produce a variety of print and digital marketing materials, including:
  • Brochures, flyers, posters, banners, and signage
  • Social media graphics and advertising creative
  • Website graphics and digital assets
  • Email marketing visuals
  • Event and promotional materials
• Create and edit multimedia content, including:
  • Motion graphics and animated content
  • Short-form promotional videos
  • Presentation visuals
  • Digital displays and campus signage content
• Develop creative concepts and visual solutions that effectively communicate key messages to target audiences.
• Ensure all designs align with Algonquin College brand standards, accessibility requirements, and marketing objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 (three) year diploma or degree in Graphic Design or equivalent;
• Minimum of 5 (five) years experience in:
  • Print, electronic/digital graphics environment and web
  • Visual storyboarding such as wireframe interaction and architecture diagrams.
  • Adobe Creative Suite
• Creative and marketing knowledge/experience in order to develop new creative campaigns for specific targets.

This position is eligible for hybrid work, in conjunction with the College’s _ Flexible Work Arrangement Policy _ . https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change). This position is not eligible for remote work.

This position is subject to the terms of the Part-time Support Staff Collective Agreement: https://www.algonquincollege.com/hr/files/2019/06/2019-21-PT-Supp-Staff-CA_FINAL_EN.pdf

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

• Company Culture : Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024

• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

How We Use AI in Hiring:

Algonquin College uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening and assessing applicants and their applications, while ensuring that all processes respect and uphold the provisions of applicable collective agreements above all else.

Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.