multimedia illustrator

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Tasks

• Supervise other graphic designers or graphic arts technicians
• Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations
• Adapt existing illustrations
• Assist in developing storyboards for electronic productions such as multimedia, interactive and digital products and television advertising and productions
• Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs
• Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations
• Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials
• Co-ordinate sub-contracting
• Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials
• Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
• Copywrite

Design methods

• Illustration

Computer and technology knowledge

• InDesign
• Adobe Suite
• MS Office
• Adobe Illustrator
• MS Windows
• MS PowerPoint
• Keynote
• MailChimp
• MAC

Production editing activities

• Art and graphics design

Equipment and machinery experience

• Scanner

Area of specialization

• Prints and drawings

Transportation / travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting
• Large workload
• Tight deadlines

Own tools / equipment

• Computer

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Team player
• Creativity

Screening questions

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits