Temporary Senior Corporate Graphic Designer

Corporation of the Town of Ajax; Ajax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Ajax, Ontario is seeking a Temporary Senior Corporate Graphic Designer. This role involves creating a variety of digital and print design products, collaborating with staff to support their communications and promotional needs. Candidates should have extensive graphic design experience and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite. This position offers a hybrid work program and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in creative services and graphic design.
• Extensive experience in computerized graphic design.
• Two years of experience with web design and development.

Responsibilities

• Develop design briefs based on project budget.
• Create visual concepts, graphics, logos and illustrations.
• Manage Graphic Design Calendar and maintain project inventory.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite Expertise

Web Design Knowledge

Graphic Design Experience

Typography Skills

Video Production

Education

Certified Registered Graphic Designer

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Description

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Department

Public & Strategic Affairs

Affiliation

Non-Union

Compensation Range

84,.00 - $,.00

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor of Communications and Engagement, the Temporary Senior Corporate Graphic Designer is responsible for providing corporate creative design services to increase awareness of programs, services and initiatives offered by the Town for a period of 6-months.

The position works collaboratively with clients (staff) across the corporation to develop a variety of creative design products (digital & print), including promotional collateral, educational materials, infographics, brochures, flyers, web assets, newsletters, advertisements, signage, social media assets and promotional items.

Job Duties Include

Key Duties

Meets with staff to discuss requirements, including advising on design strategies to reach a particular audience, and develops design briefs based on project budget.

Creates visual concepts, graphics, logos, identifiers, illustrations and artwork for design projects.

Designs professional quality promotional and marketing material such as brochures, posters, flyers, info graphics, newsletters, signage, give-a-ways and invitations.

Works in collaboration with online services to create innovative web graphics and multimedia such as websites, banners, pop-ups, videos and animations, and provides advice and direction on look, image and identity of corporate website.

Manages Graphic Design Calendar, including scheduling and notifications.

Maintains an inventory of design projects and supporting materials for future reference.

Maintains a Corporate Photo Library and supporting policies to manage photography usage and requirements.

Manages PhotoShelter (Online Corporate Photo Inventory) for both internal and external clients. Provides approval on all official Town of Ajax photo requests.

Manages PhotoShelter (Online Corporate Photo Inventory) for both internal and external clients. Provides approval on all official Town of Ajax photo requests.

Qualifications / Skills

Minimum of three years experience in creative services and graphic design. Preferably in agency sector.

Certified Registered Graphic Designer through the Association of RGD.

Minimum three years of graphic design experience in relevant government, private sector, consulting or agency work.

Extensive experience in computerized graphic design, including working with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator & Photoshop) and Adobe Professional.

Two years of experience with web design and development and knowledge of current web software, interfaces and platforms (HTML, CSS, Wordpress and FTP).

Working knowledge of video production and editing software.

Two years of experience in marketing research, copy writing and brand management.

Solid typography skills and experience.

Advanced experience in working with photographs, including taking well-composed photos, software, scanning, image manipulation and colour correction.

Advanced knowledge of printing processes and preparing and delivering press ready files.

Extensive knowledge of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act graphic design standards (colours, PDF's and type size).

What is Offered to Staff

Rate of Pay : $46.28 - $57.86 per hour

Hours of Work : This is a non-union position that works 35 hours per week. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8 : 30 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.

Hybrid Work Program : The Town offers a Hybrid Work Program. A flexible work arrangement, including the option to work from home some or a majority of the time, is currently a possibility with this position, and can be discussed during the interview process.

How to Apply

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please click the ?Apply? button above and apply by 11 : 59 p.m. on the closing date :

August 30,

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.

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Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.