Graphic Designer

TalentMinded • Toronto • 3w ago

The opportunity

Our client, a leader in their field with a national presence and an international client base, is looking for a Graphic Designer to join their Brand Marketing team. From leading-edge campaign assets to high-impact internal presentations, you will bring the brand to life in bold, creative ways that inspire and engage audiences. Working closely with the Brand Director and cross-functional teams, you will help develop and maintain a cohesive visual identity, drive design innovation, and ensure every creative touchpoint aligns with the organization’s mission and strategic imperatives.

This is a full time, hybrid position working 2 days a week in downtown Toronto.

What’s in it for you

Impact and ownership. You will be empowered to take ownership of your work, elevate the quality of the final product, make informed recommendations, and upskill the role itself. You will have the freedom to spread your creative wings while trusting in the strategic direction that has been thoughtfully developed and approved.

Creative freedom in a unique space. You will have opportunities to make tactical creative decisions that create lasting impressions. You will work across multiple channels, balancing high-volume production requests with larger-scale brand and campaign initiatives.

Mentorship and growth. You will work under the guidance of a supportive and highly experienced leader, gaining insights into strategy, brand stewardship, and creative execution. You will also have access to professional development and certification programs, with opportunities to expand your career in multiple directions.

Exposure and innovation. You will design for a wide range of digital and traditional platforms, from paid social and OOH to print collateral, landing pages, and presentations. You will stay at the forefront of design trends, digital innovation, and best practices, translating insights into actionable creative ideas.

What you will do:

Be creative. You will bring a modern, strategic approach to your asset production, considering audience, media, and message. You will ensure every design aligns with brand standards while seeking opportunities to evolve the brand to stay competitive and capture market share.
Execute design projects. You will create and optimize visually compelling designs for websites, brochures, social posts, internal presentations, and external advertisements. You will develop mock-ups for creative approval, partner with copywriters for cohesive messaging, and support urgent smaller requests such as recruitment collateral, brochure updates, and web graphics.
Lead and collaborate. You will take creative ownership of projects from concept to delivery, with strong attention to detail and adherence to timelines. You will work cross-functionally on initiatives that support the organization’s strategic imperatives. You will participate in brainstorming sessions, present your design rationale, and adapt based on constructive feedback. You will provide creative direction and feedback to freelance designers as needed, and offer informal mentorship and training within the team.
Ensure quality and consistency. You will maintain a consistent visual identity across all creative assets and uphold compliance with advertising and marketing standards. You will conduct thorough reviews of design files, typography, colour, and layout before production or distribution.
Share knowledge. You will assist other team members by training on tasks, sharing your expertise, and contributing to a positive corporate culture that values equity, inclusion, learning, and wellness.

What you bring:

The passion and mindset. You are creatively driven, strategically minded, and eager to go beyond the basics to deliver exceptional results. You bring maturity, business acumen, and professionalism to every project. You are receptive to feedback, flexible in applying direction, and confident in defending your creative decisions.
The creative expertise. You are skilled in both traditional and digital media and can interpret the needs of the target audience and the chosen medium. You have an exceptional eye for layout, typography, and visual storytelling.
The professional experience. You have experience in-house within a marketing or brand team, with proven success in brand building, campaign design, and digital-first execution. You thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environments and can balance multiple priorities with ease.
The technical toolbox. You have advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Canva, along with working knowledge of digital platforms and file specifications for paid social, OOH, and web. You also have strong MS Office skills (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams).
The interpersonal skills. You communicate openly, present your work confidently, and build strong relationships with cross-functional partners. You value diverse perspectives and foster collaboration across teams.

Apply now

We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications listed, express your interest here.

What you can expect from the interview process:

A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role, the team’s culture and your experience. The conversation will be recorded using BrightHire, an AI-powered video interview tool. More details will be shared when you are invited to interview.
A virtual interview with the Director to review your portfolio and discuss how your style and approach will align with the needs of the team and the organization.
An in-person or virtual interview with one or two senior members of the cross functional team.

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