Graphic Designer

Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, The Drake is a growing Canadian hospitality brand focused on lifestyle hotels, food + drink and special events.

We’re more than a place to sleep, eat + drink; we believe culture and community matter and are committed to an exceptional hospitality experience delivered in our signature style;

one that is genuine, personal, memorable and embraces the energy of discovery. We value honesty and spontaneity because that's the stuff of real connection and believe that hospitality is an act of care.

The Drake Hotel (Toronto), Drake Devonshire Inn (Wellington, Prince Edward County), and Drake Motor Inn (Wellington, Prince Edward County) are each reflective of their respective neighbourhoods as inclusive hubs for unique and diverse experiences through art, culture and hospitality with great seasonal menus, a robust cocktail list, carefully curated curiosities, and genuine hospitality excellence for all.

Our Graphic Designer is an individual who can multi-task effectively and work well within tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment at an advanced level.

The incumbent must demonstrate a confident, bold, and international sense of design. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment as a creative contributor within the Marketing team.

The Graphic Designer reports to the Director of Marketing + Brand for planning and brand guidance with final creative approval for all work products along with sign-off from the internal client / executive.

With accountabilities to the Marketing and Property teams, the Graphic Designer will undertake a wide range of creative design responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and production for campaigns and collateral across all Drake properties including but not limited to print (menus, posters, signage) and online (email marketing, digital ads and other online assets).
• Working at a collaborative level with the Director of Marketing + Brand to manage daily, weekly, and long-term project deadlines for all internal requests.
• Work with freelancer graphic designers and creative directors on either a production capacity or design development.
• Own and manage printing budget, with an eye to production expense control and management, with a balance of using internal resources and outsourced resources to complete projects.
• Act as a highly collaborative contributor and business partner, with a focus on providing timely client service.
• Maintain strong, positive working relationships with internal departments and stakeholders, engaging them through the design process with brainstorming, creative briefs, options, and mock-ups to assist in achieving their desired results.
• Follow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time.
• Maintain and update image catalogue and video work.
• Ensure consistent usage of Drake Style Guide.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of professional creative design and management experience.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and print / production processes is required.
• Advanced HTML / CSS, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, motion graphics / animation, photography and illustration skills are an asset.
• Experience with, and demonstrated knowledge of, interior design concepts, trends and leading firms.
• Acute awareness of design blogs, movements and trends, both relating to graphics and interiors.
• Understanding of hospitality design trends.
• Excellent grasp of print and electronic graphic design principles.
• Highly resourceful, both in production and inspiration.
• Strong communication, proof-reading skills, and attention to detail.
• College or University Diploma in Graphic Design.
• The ability to meet deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Take initiative to formulate strategies, complete tasks, and improve processes.

Benefits

We pride ourselves in providing strong leadership and development opportunities for passionate hospitality professionals who are looking to build rewarding, long-term careers.

Drake offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, employee discounts, training + development support and many other unique perks as a part of joining the Drake team.

The Drake Hotel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a positive, supportive, and creative environment at Drake Hotel Properties that promotes equity, inclusiveness and diversity.

We welcome job applications from candidates of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour);

refugees, newcomers and immigrant persons; two-spirit, LGBTQ+ and gender non-binary persons, and persons with disabilities.

Please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you can access and complete the submissions process