About Outwitly: Outwitly Inc. is a UX and service design staffing and training agency based in Ottawa and Winnipeg. We specialize in design thinking, human-centered design, and research to solve complex business challenges. Our clients span multiple industries, including healthcare, finance, technology, and public sectors. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work culture. Over 70% of our team are women, and 54% identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Colour (BIPOC).
The Role: We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented Senior Graphic Designer to join our dynamic team on a fixed-term contract, covering maternity leave. The role will start in early December 2024 and will run for 12 months. As the primary visual designer, you will collaborate closely with our Marketing Manager and Coordinator to execute various sales, branding, and content marketing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Social Media & Branding: Design and manage branding elements and content for social media (primarily Instagram and LinkedIn) that adhere to Outwitly’s visual identity.
- Content Creation: Collaborate on marketing campaigns by designing e-books, newsletters, corporate reports, proposals, downloadable materials, and blog posts.
- Visual Asset Development: Create and edit photos, videos, icons, and visuals for the website, client-facing materials, and internal communications.
- Client Project Visuals: Design personas, journey maps, and other client project artifacts using Outwitly’s established templates.
- Proposal & Portfolio Design: Assist with creating visually engaging proposals, team resumes, and portfolios that reflect our brand identity.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 4+ years in graphic design (primarily digital, print design is an asset), with a preference for candidates with experience in web design and an understanding of UX and service design.
- Education: Degree or diploma in Graphic Design, New Media, or a related field.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects), Canva, and Google Suite. Proficiency in video editing is a strong asset.
- Social Media Knowledge: Experience designing content for Instagram and LinkedIn with a strong understanding of platform guidelines and design trends.
- Portfolio: An outstanding portfolio showcasing expertise in visual storytelling, branding, and social media designs.
Who You Are:
- Brand Guardian: You are comfortable working within and enhancing established brand guidelines, and you have a keen eye for maintaining consistency across all visual platforms.
- Visual Storyteller: You can transform complex information into compelling visuals that tell a story, whether for client-facing projects or marketing materials.
- Flexible & Organized: You excel in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting frequent deadlines.
- Self-Starter: You are proactive, capable of working independently, and thrive in a remote team environment.
- Creative & Strategic: You’re a creative thinker with ideas on how to enhance our social media presence and overall brand through visual design.
Perks and Benefits:
- 100% Remote Work Environment: We offer flexible working hours, ensuring you can balance work with life’s demands.
- Disconnect From Work Policy: We support work-life balance by encouraging our team to check out during evenings and weekends.
- Professional Development: After three months, you’ll have access to a budget for professional development, including conferences, courses, and books.
- Remote Working Stipend: Access a yearly budget for home office improvements, starting after three months.
- Wellness Spending Account: Use this for personal wellness, such as gym memberships, spa treatments, or even vet care!
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy 3 weeks of paid vacation plus flexible days off.
- Company Benefits: You’ll have access to our benefits program after three months of employment.
Application Details: Please submit your resume and a portfolio (PDF or online) showcasing at least four examples of your design work to careers@outwitly.com by October 21st, 2024. Interviews will be conducted starting the week of October 21st, 2024. Please note that you must be legally entitled to work in Canada.