Overview

Education
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience an asset

Tasks

Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials in order to meet their needs
Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication
Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients’ objectives
Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements of the subjects to be rendered using traditional tools, multimedia software and image processing, layout and design software
Estimate cost of materials and time to complete graphic design
Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides or hire an illustrator or photographer to produce images that meet clients’ communications needs
Work in a multidisciplinary environment
Adapt existing illustrations
Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations
Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials
Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials

Computer and technology knowledge
InDesign
MS Office
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Information technology
Adobe XD
Figma
MailChimp

Area of specialization
User experience design

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Sitting
Large workload
Tight deadlines

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
Support for youths
Support for Veterans
Support for Indigenous people
Support for mature workers
Supports for visible minorities