Technical Illustrator (Contractor)

CWB Group; Montreal; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The CWB Group is seeking a Technical Illustrator contractor to create detailed illustrations that are easily understood by non-technical audiences. This role offers a chance to work flexibly from home while collaborating with industry specialists. Desired qualifications include proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and technical illustration experience.

Benefits

Competitive rate per hour

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• 3-5 years technical/scientific illustration experience or equivalent.
• Expert proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality visuals of complex technical and scientific information.
• Maintain and curate the ELD library of art assets.
• Prepare art assets for commercial publishing.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud applications

Technical/scientific illustration

3D and animation software

MS Office 365

Education

Post-secondary education in Technical Illustration, Graphic Design, or Multimedia design

Job description

Compensation Band: 2

Normal Hiring range: $24.30-$30.00 per hour

Your expertise shapes our business

At the CWB Group, we find fulfillment and inspiration knowing that we are performing meaningful and purposeful work. Every day is a new adventure with opportunities to learn from industry leaders and, most importantly, from each other. When you join the CWB Group, you become part of a diverse and inclusive, tight-knit team – passionate about making a global impact.

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

The CWB Group believes that diversity and inclusion within our workforce is critical to our success and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented employees from a diverse candidate pool.

Work with us and achieve your career goals

For over 75 years, our employees have been the backbone of our business, driving our success and extraordinary reputation. We challenge our employees to take charge of their careers and provide growth opportunities, tools and resources to reach their goals.

What To Expect

The Technical Illustrator (Contractor role) is responsible for creating high-quality, detailed illustrations of complex technical or scientific information and supporting art assets. They work with SMEs and/or other technical specialists to create imagery that is easily understood by non-technical audiences. Technical illustrators perform research and consult reference as required for accuracy in renderings, and ensure artwork conforms to departmental standards for style, consistency, and quality for all print and digital products developed by the Education and Learning Development team. Technical illustrators are also responsible for curating and maintaining the department’s asset library, utilizing industry best practices, and being familiar with industry trends and tools.

Responsibilities Include

• Create high-quality visuals of complex technical or scientific information and other supporting assets in accordance with established artwork conventions and departmental guidelines
• Maintain and curate the ELD library of art assets
• Manage, assemble, export, and prepare art assets for commercial publishing (print and digital) in accordance with departmental and industry standards
• Use ELD tools and systems to manage and document assigned work
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

This position currently reports to the Creative Lead, Education and Learning Development but will be a dynamic position that will provide a diverse experience in a wide range of business lines within CWB Group and our partner organization, EWI. You will be working remotely from your home office with occasional travel as required. We are embracing radical flexibility, where employees are encouraged to work a schedule that works best for them, their team, and their clients.

What You Bring To The Table

• Post-secondary education in diploma Technical Illustration, Graphic Design, Multimedia design or equivalent or relevant experience.
• 3-5 Year technical/scientific illustration experience or equivalent discipline.
• Expert proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge and Acrobat.
• Familiarity with 3D and animation (Adobe Animate) software is an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint).
• Works well individually and is self-directed, while still functioning as part of a team.
• Ability to work with minimal amount of supervision.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• This is a remote, work from home position.
• Travel might be required from time to time.
  
  

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive rate per hour
• Flexible work schedule
  
  

Accommodation

The CWB Group is committed to providing accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us when applying and we will work with you to meet your needs. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Apply today!

Note: CWB does not presently use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in our recruitment and selection processes.