Secure Document Designer

Canadian Bank Note Company; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canadian Bank Note Company is seeking a Secure Document Designer to join its team in Ottawa. This full-time role involves creating and preparing designs for various security documents, collaborating closely with production and clients. Candidates should possess a degree in Graphic Arts or Design, along with extensive experience in the field. Exceptional artistic skills and attention to detail are crucial. CBN offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, focusing on innovation and inclusivity in the workplace.

Benefits

Industry-leading pension plan with company matching

Comprehensive health, medical, and life insurance benefits

Virtual and telehealth services access

Support for fertility, adoption, and surrogacy

Relocation assistance

Annual salary reviews

Possible discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in security document design and integration.
• Strong skills in composition, design, and drawing with high detail.

Responsibilities

• Create conceptual designs for secure documents including banknotes and IDs.
• Collaborate with sales and clients to communicate design rationale.
• Ensure compliance with security printing requirements.

Skills

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts / Design

Tools

Specialized security design software (JURA JSP or Giori “One”)

Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Job description

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes :

• An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
• Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
• Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
• Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

Job Description

Position : Secure Document Designer

Job Type : Permanent, Full-Time

Position Summary

As a Secure Document Designer in our Design Department, you will leverage your creative abilities and artistic capabilities to prepare conceptual designs and develop and execute final designs with security line work, illustrations and digital files for the production of a wide range of security documents (e.g. Banknotes, Passports, Driver Licence and Identification (DL / ID) cards, etc.). We are looking for someone with exceptional creative ability with design, composition and illustration skills.

Responsibilities

Conceptual Design & Innovation :

• Creation of conceptual models for security products that can include Banknotes, Secure Travel Documents (Passports), Identity Documents, Certificates and Cards
• Contribute to ongoing development of new security feature integration through novel design applications
• Conduct research, prepare images and artwork for completed concept designs, create final artwork files for production

Illustration & Artwork Preparation :

• Prepare illustrations and drawings for concept designs
• Prepare and present design models or proofs for customer presentation

Production Integration & Compliance :

• Review conceptual designs with production staff and implement recommendations for production compliance
• Create and develop secure linework for production
• Participate, as required, in the approval process during press proof trials and initial production runs to achieve customer sign-off

System & File Management :

• Create operational and comprehensive file management for all assigned projects

Client & Stakeholder Collaboration :

• Interface with Corporate sales management staff and with customers (as required), to understand design requirements and communicate design rationale for all work
• Prepare comprehensive design presentations to support Design / Marketing initiatives

Qualifications

Education and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts / Design / etc. or an equivalent combination of education and additional relevant work experience
• Knowledge of the following :

Graphic design principles

• Secure document design (security features, security line work, etc.)
• Integration of Design elements with all applicable features
• Security Print production processes and requirements
• Knowledge of security features, security printing, security line work and associated processes;
• Proficiency in the following :

Specialized security design software (JURA JSP or Giori “One”)

• Adobe suite of products (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
• Above average design, composition, illustration and drawing skills are required with ability to render portraits and subject matter in high detail with exceptional accuracy;

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in composition, design and integration for security documents

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Creativity
• Interpersonal skills

Communication, teamwork and collaboration

• Accuracy and Attention to detail (follow technical specifications)
• Organization and time management skills
• Self-directed

Mandatory Requirements

• Language : Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Security Clearance : Ability to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance

Submission Requirements

A portfolio of work

Additional Information

Benefits Package

• Relocation assistance, Group Benefit Plan, Pension Plan, Annual Salary review, Possible Discretionary Bonuses

Wage : Salary range $80,000 - $120,000 CAD / year

Contact Information

Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited

Website : ;

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.