Secure Document Designer

Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited - Ottawa, ON

Full Time
Intermediate/Senior
Hybrid

As a Secure Document Designer in our Design Department, you will leverage your creative abilities and artistic capabilities to prepare conceptual designs and develop and execute final designs with security line work, illustrations and digital files for the production of a wide range of security documents (e.g. Banknotes, Passports, Driver Licence and Identification (DL/ID) cards, etc.). We are looking for someone with exceptional creative ability with design, composition and illustration skills.

**This posting is to fill an existing vacancy**

Position: Secure Document Designer

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Work Model: Hybrid

Job responsibilities

Conceptual Design & Innovation

Creation of conceptual models for security products that can include Banknotes, Secure Travel Documents (Passports), Identity Documents, Certificates and Cards
Contribute to ongoing development of new security feature integration through novel design applications
Conduct research, prepare images and artwork for completed concept designs, create final artwork files for production

Illustration & Artwork Preparation

Prepare illustrations and drawings for concept designs
Prepare and present design models or proofs for customer presentation

Production Integration & Compliance

Review conceptual designs with production staff and implement recommendations for production compliance
Create and develop secure linework for production
Participate, as required, in the approval process during press proof trials and initial production runs to achieve customer sign-off

System & File Management

Create operational and comprehensive file management for all assigned projects

Client & Stakeholder Collaboration

Interface with Corporate sales management staff and with customers (as required), to understand design requirements and communicate design rationale for all work
Prepare comprehensive design presentations to support Design/Marketing initiatives

Qualifications

Education and Knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts/Design/etc. or an equivalent combination of education and additional relevant work experience

Knowledge Of The Following

Graphic design principles
Secure document design (security features, security line work, etc.)
Integration of Design elements with all applicable features
Security Print production processes and requirements
Knowledge of security features, security printing, security line work and associated processes;

Proficiency In The Following

Specialized security design software (JURA JSP or Giori “One”)
Adobe suite of products (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.)

Above average design, composition, illustration and drawing skills are required with ability to render portraits and subject matter in high detail with exceptional accuracy;

Experience

1+ years of experience in composition, design and integration for security documents

Soft skills and competencies

Creativity
Research skills
Interpersonal skills: Communication, teamwork and collaboration
Accuracy and Attention to detail (follow technical specifications)
Organization and time management skills
Adaptability
Self-directed

Mandatory requirements

Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)

Submission requirements

A portfolio of work

Additional information

Benefits Package

Relocation assistance, Group Benefit Plan, Pension Plan, Annual Salary review, Possible Discretionary Bonuses

About The Company

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN We Seek Long-term Relationships With Our Employees And Recognize And Reward Them With a Competitive Total Compensation Package That Includes

An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees; Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits; Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

Salary range

$80,000 - $120,000 CAD/year

How can candidates apply?

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