Graphic Designer

City of Richmond Hill, ONRichmond Hill, ON

26 days ago

Salary

CA$39.05–CA$45.94 hourly

Job description

Graphic Designer

Posting Id 2773 Department Community Services Division Recreation and Culture Services Section Marketing and Administration Job Grade SEA35 Grade 05 Rate of Pay $39.05 - $45.94 Hourly Job Type Temporary Full Time - Contract Contract Length / End Date 6 months Replacement / New Position Replacement Posting Type Internal and External Posting Date 11 / 04 / 2024 Application Deadline 11 / 17 / 2024

Position Summary

Reporting through the Cultural Services Section of the Recreation and Culture Division, the Graphic Designer creates various print and electronic assets to support division programs, services, and events.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Oversees the design, layout and production of all recreation and culture guides and brochures
Researches industry trends and best practices for layout
Organizes advertisements to be included, and edits as necessary
Updates information in the guide based on information gathered from Division staff
Formats documents into their final form, distributes proofs as necessary, and sets up press production files
Designs social media graphics, advertisements, symbols and other electronic or print material that are aligned with the division's marketing and promotions strategy
Designs collateral materials (posters), signage, banners, etc. for programs, services, and events
Collaborates with team members for content and design ideas
Maintains an up-to-date electronic archive collection of photographs and videos
Assists in maintaining various electronic and physical calendars and schedules
Develops, produces and updates various internal and external forms, manuals, presentations and templates as needed
Provides functional supervision to graphic artists and co-op students

Education and Experience

Diploma in Graphic Design, Desktop Publishing or related discipline

4 years experience in a similar role

Required Skills / Knowledge

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite

Demonstrated creativity

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Experience creating various promotional material using different types of media

Knowledge of different typography and layouts for readability and accessibility (knowledge of AODA requirements)

Ability to work with others within and external to the division to collaborate on projects

Demonstrates care in working with others in providing service to clients

Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions

Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities

Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo

Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust

Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing

Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture

Ability to interact professionally and effectively with all levels of staff exercising sound judgment, tact and diplomacy. Politically and culturally sensitive.

Demonstrate the City's corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service

Class G license and access to vehicle (mileage compensated) for transportation to various Richmond Hill locations

Ability to work outside normal business hours, as required

Leadership Competencies

Demonstrates personal leadership

Builds people and culture

Cultivates open communication

Shapes the future

Navigates and leads through complexity and change

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We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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