Do you thrive on bringing ideas to life across digital and print? Are you ready to join a fast-paced creative studio team at a global agency that’s all about going further and doing impactful work?
If so, INNOCEAN Canada wants to hear from you!
We’re on the hunt for a Junior Designer who can blend creativity with production expertise to craft stunning designs across multiple platforms. Whether it’s designing layouts for emails, digital billboards, or out-of-home print ads, you’ll work on projects that make a difference. Bonus points if you’re passionate about the automotive industry (but not mandatory)!
The Role:
This opportunity is ideal for a junior to intermediate designer eager to contribute in a fast-paced environment, combining production expertise with creative flair. As part of our studio team, you’ll work on projects spanning both digital and print mediums, demonstrating flexibility and proficiency across various channels.
You will report directly to the Studio Design Team Manager and collaborate closely with Studio Project Managers within the team, as well as Account Managers from other departments.
What your typical day will look like:
- Leverage strong design and typography skills to deliver high-quality print, digital, and motion projects.
- Create storyboards for online banner ads.
- Design layouts for email campaigns.
- Develop creative assets for out-of-home digital billboards.
The Knowledge and Experience you bring:
You will bring a diverse skill set and experience across digital and print channels, including:
Digital:
- Digital banner ads
- Digital billboards
- CRM (email campaigns)
- UX/website design
Print:
- Newspaper
- Magazine
- Out-of-home advertising
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud with strong experience in the following tools:
- Adobe Photoshop: Image manipulation and storyboarding for digital layouts.
- Adobe InDesign: Page layout design.
- Adobe Illustrator: General illustration tasks.
- Typography: Solid understanding and application of typography.
- Microsoft Office Suite: Experience using Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to interpret and apply various brand guidelines to ensure projects align with brand standards.
- 4+ years’ experience in a related studio and/or ad agency environment.
- Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud tools (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
- Expertise in typography and an eye for detail.
- Familiarity with AODA and WCAG standards is a plus.
- Bonus: Working knowledge of Adobe XD, After Effects, or Google Studio.
The Skills and Qualities that make you stand out:
- Adobe XD/Figma: Working knowledge for UX/UI wireframing.
- Adobe After Effects: Experience with motion graphics for online digital media.
- Familiarity with Google DoubleClick Digital Marketing workflows (Google Studio).
- Knowledge of Canada’s AODA and WCAG standards.
- Interest in the automotive industry and understanding of the automotive retail chain (an asset).
What you’ll love about working at INNOCEAN Canada:
-People-first and Inclusive of all – we’re proud to be recognized by ‘Great Places to Work’ - three years in a row and counting – overall, as well as for youth, inclusion, and as a Best Place to Work for Women.
-Flexible hybrid work set up, with an awesome space at King Street West for collaboration and team get-togethers.
-Generous time off plus an end of year winter break equals time well taken; our people also get extra days off when they reach key work milestones!
-Your Wellbeing is all-important. Our comprehensive plan covers insurance must-haves and nice to haves from full benefits coverage and flex spending account for additional $$$, to RRSP’s confidential individual counseling, and paid personal days for you to take care of you.
-Coaching and mentorship in your day-to-day to fuel your growth.
INNOCEAN Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, inclusion, and teamwork. We encourage all qualified applicants to inquire below. Any disability-related needs will be accommodated throughout the recruitment process.
