Graphic Designer

The Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville is recognized as one of HRD Canada’s Best Places to Work, dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for its employees. They are seeking a Graphic Designer to create and coordinate various print and digital promotional materials, contributing to impactful community engagement initiatives. The role involves collaboration on projects, applying creative problem-solving, and supporting the department's marketing and communication efforts.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design, layout, production and coordination of guides, departmental brochures, Town’s monthly magazine, flyers, posters, advertisements, displays/signage and all other print and digital promotional materials
• Provide support to website and social media postings; conducts research; and prepares specifications to solicit bids from printing companies and external agencies
• Execute creative service requests and all other related functions in support of department marketing and communication initiatives
• Assist in the development and implementation of graphic-related plans and procedures; perform any needed staff training

Skills

• Successful completion of a College or University Diploma in graphic design
• Provisional and/or Registered Graphic Designer designation required
• Minimum one (1) years' experience in the graphic design field, designing and creating promotional material, including producing camera-ready artwork for a wide range and scope of projects up to large-scale publications (guides, magazines, catalogues), working with printing companies and external agencies, developing production schedules and plans/critical paths, copy writing and conducting market research, preferably in a municipal environment
• Strong project management, research, organizational, communications (oral and written), problem-solving, auditing/analytical and grammatical skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (including minimum Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat), Canva, and any other graphic-related software needed to carry out duties
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written and listening skills)
• Demonstrated experience in either an agency or corporate environment with a specific focus on graphic design, implementation and design for web, social media and other digital platforms
• Knowledge in the use of social media tools such as X, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram to promote business objectives and an understanding of digital marketing principles as it relates to graphic design
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in digital accessibility guidelines and legislation (AODA, WACG 2.0, CASL technical standards) and current trends and best practices for graphic design as it relates to Town business
• Ability to contribute to digital media strategies and identify where graphic design can have an impact in the organization
• Working knowledge of municipal government, legislation, and regulations
• Knowledge of communicating for governmental organizations
• Possess a keen eye for design and a very high level of quality control standards
• Uses judgement and time management to prioritize workload and respond quickly to changing priorities
• Must adapt quickly to a changing environment, political climate and emerging issues as determined by supervisor(s)
• Applies judgement in troubleshooting issues related to graphic design to ensure that end users have positive experiences using programs and services
• Assist staff members in various departments in the troubleshooting process
• Familiarity with emerging technology and a thorough knowledge of current trends and innovations in graphic design
• Experience at a federal, provincial, regional or municipal government organization and familiarity with municipal Councils and Board of Directors would be an asset

Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in OMERS pension plan
• Complementary gym membership
• Access to our employee discount program

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