Intermediate Graphic Designer
Location: Markham, ON (Hybrid -- In-office with 2 WFH days per month)
Industry: Textiles / Fashion / Retail
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Our client , a fast-growing and dynamic public company in the textile industry, is on the lookout for a creative and hands-on Intermediate Graphic Designer to join their thriving design team. Known for providing forward-thinking ideas and innovative solutions, our client works with some of the most well-known retailers in North America, including Roots, Bikini Village, Walmart, Costco, and Lululemon.
If you're looking for an opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and non-corporate environment, where your creativity and autonomy are encouraged and mentorship is a cornerstone---this role might be your perfect fit.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Conceptualize and design visual content that aligns with brand identity and current market trends
- Develop and execute branding materials such as logos, brochures, high-impact sales presentations, promotional graphics, textile print designs, and more
- Design engaging and effective product packaging and marketing collateral across print, digital, and social media platforms
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, product development, and sales
- Execute photography (including colour correction and image editing) for product content
- Copywrite and proof packaging content to ensure accuracy and alignment with branding
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of production-ready assets
- Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Stay ahead of design trends, bringing innovative ideas to the team
What You Bring to the Table:
- 2--5 years of professional graphic design experience (5--8 years if applying for a Senior Designer level)
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Strong typography, layout, and colour theory skills with meticulous attention to detail
- A degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Fashion Design, or a related field (courses in textile design, fashion trends, or colour theory considered a plus)
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple departments
- Strong time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality
- Hands-on photography and photo editing skills
- A standout portfolio that showcases your range of work, including packaging, print, and digital design
- Experience with 3D design is required
Nice-to-Haves (Assets):
- Experience in the apparel, fashion, or retail industries
- Textile illustration skills
- Familiarity with working in a product development or manufacturing context
What Makes This Opportunity Special:
- Strong mentorship and growth opportunities within a fast-scaling company
- Autonomy and the ability to influence design direction
- Work in a collaborative, ambitious, and fast-paced environment with minimal red tape
- Be part of a team that's shaping the future of textile innovation while working with leading retailers
- Long-term career path with a company invested in your development
