Desktop Publisher (Entry Level)

ERM is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Desktop Publisher to join our consulting firm in one of our Canadian offices : Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Saskatoon or Smithers .

As part of ERM's publishing team, this role will provide professional desktop publishing services to support our Partners and Project Managers throughout the project life cycle by producing high-quality client deliverables and proposals.

The successful candidate will be an extremely organized professional who applies self-initiative, a positive team attitude, and technical aptitude and creativity to consistently contribute to the success of our programs.

In addition, the ability to relate well with diverse groups and demonstrate strong verbal, visual, and written communications is essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Deliver document formatting services to enable ERM to present complex and lengthy technical materials to clients in appropriate formats that meet and exceed client expectations.
• Scope project work from a publishing request and communicate any timeline issues with the author and project team, requesting assistance if necessary.
• Provide desktop publishing and production support for large complex proposals.
• Collaborate with internal clients on layout, readability and branding, and recommend a course of action that combines best practices with company objectives.
• Provide formatting of highly complex documents using MS Word to ensure compliance with both internal and client requirements and specifications.
• Uphold quality standards related to accuracy, color, disclosures / captions, templates, proofreading, consistency and brand guidelines.
• Integrate graphic elements to produce uniform, high-quality layouts aligned with corporate brand standards and templates.
• Create and modify relevant materials according to Scope of Work requirements to provide on-time, quality project related products.
• Interact with other functional groups to provide appropriate service levels, make technical edits, and address issues and concerns to projects according to standard desktop publishing guidelines.
• Present ideas, concepts, and information effectively and clearly through verbal and written communication; actively listen and confidently communicate with various audiences, responding quickly and effectively to questions.
• Maintain / track document configuration control; Format, edit and layout all proposal documents throughout the proposal cycle.
• Support multiple proposals, documents, and other tasks simultaneously, taking on high volume level of work and tight timeframes, while effectively prioritizing tasks with team to ensure all delivery dates are met as required by internal customers.

REQUIREMENTS :

• 2 to 10 years of experience in the application of essential desktop publishing skills in a relevant work environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word at an expert level required.
• Intermediate (or higher) proficiency level in Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat Professional and Illustrator.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional customer-service approach and organizational, analytical, and project / time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven business environment.
• Consistently exhibits a high degree of accuracy and an eye for detail when performing tasks.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work under pressure and juggle multiple deadlines with minimal direction
• High degree of proven personal initiative with the ability to work collaboratively as a team player , supporting team members with work commitments.
• Patient, creative, dependable, positive attitude and flexible to changes in schedule
• Flexibility to work overtime and outside normal office hours on occasion, when required for project delivery.

For the Desktop Publisher position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $55,320 - $64,790 CAD . An employee's pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above . This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP / DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

You can apply for this role through https : / / www.erm.com / careers / apply / or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note : No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Who We Are :

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career.

We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues.

We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location.

ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!