Senior Graphic Designer

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative communications agency seeks a Senior Graphic Designer passionate about both traditional and digital design. In this full-time role, you'll conceptualize and design materials that elevate client brands across various media, working in a dynamic team environment. Candidates should have a strong portfolio and at least five years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in a similar role ideally in advertising or marketing.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat).
• Portfolio showcasing skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize communication and marketing content.
• Execute visual designs for print and digital media.
• Coordinate production schedules and manage vendors.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Graphic Design Methods

Communication Skills

Aesthetic Sense

Project Management

Job description

Senior Graphic Designer
Job Category:Firedog Communications
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Job Location:Thunder Bay

We are seeking a Senior Graphic Designer with innovative ideas and a proven track record in both traditional and digital design. You thrive in a down-to-earth, boutique agency environment, working on diverse projects from branding to digital & print.

This role is for a senior graphic design professional. As part of a creative communications team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design and production of world-class print and digital materials. Your work will enhance our client brands and inspire their audiences.

Key Duties

• Creatively conceptualize communication and marketing content in ways that inspire audiences.
• Execute visual designs across a wide variety of collateral and media including traditional and digital.
• Coordinate the production and scheduling of print and digital materials ensuring internal approvals are secured and deadlines and budgets are met.
• Manage external design and print vendors and preparation of art files.
• Manage brand guidelines and maintain brand standards.
• Research and leverage emerging trends in design and technology.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat and Microsoft Office.
• Well versed in the latest graphic design methods, practices, techniques, and associated principles.
• At least five years’ experience in a similar role ideally in the advertising industry, multi-media industry, marketing sector or related.
• A complete portfolio showcasing your skills and experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work on multiple projects at once with strong prioritization skills.
• Artistic with a keen eye for aesthetics and visually appealing content.

Application Instructions
Qualified applicants are invited to submit their electronic applications, including cover letter, resume and work samples via the form below or directly to: [e-mail]

About Firedog
Firedog Communicationsis an award-winning creative communications agency. We offer the science of strategy as well as the art of creativity to get clients the results they want.

Firedog Communications is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from visible minority groups, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minority groups, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Accommodations are available
upon request at any stage in the selection process.

Only those granted an interview will be contacted.

This posting is managed by Northern Peak HR, a local recruitment partner supporting employers across Northwestern Ontario. To view more local opportunities, visit Northern Peak HR.