Job details
Graphic Designer – Brampton Office (6 Months – Ongoing Contract)
| at Jarden Consumer Solutions | |
| Location |
Brampton, Canada
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| Date Posted | March 23, 2015 |
| Category |
Intermediate |
| Job Type |
Full-time |
Description
The Graphic Designer is responsible for supporting the Marketing and Sales teams in executing the go-to-market strategies by developing new and innovative creative design marketing ideas/concepts/promotional items on a continuous basis.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Must be versatile in many different types of design communication (packaging, web design, photo retouching, sales collateral, POP, mock ups/comps, print advertising & editorial layout etc.)
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Solid understanding of print production related to packaging and comprehensive knowledge of Website functionality
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Ability to collaborate, listen and accept direction from manager and other designers
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Must possess excellent project management, time-management, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with Traffic and Production to prioritize workload, identify potential bottlenecks and work through issues in a positive and productive manner with a combined focus on resolution
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Possess strong ability to execute changes to templates as well as be able to create ground up designs from a design brief and be able to quickly and efficiently create designs that show understanding of composition and be on target with the brand and business strategy
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Demonstrate a helpful and supportive attitude in understanding the bigger business objective that may motive redirection or fast turnaround
EDUCATION & OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
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Post Secondary diploma/degree in Graphic Design/Marketing required
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1 – 5 years advertising/retail/packaging experience
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Comprehensive understanding of marketing, technology and web design
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Ability to work comfortably on Macintosh with core knowledge of Adobe CS6 Products (InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat and Photoshop)
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Exceptional creativity and innovation
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Excellent time management and organizational skills
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Accuracy and attention to detail is a must
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Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines
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An excellent team player with an ability to work well under pressure
- Energetic, passionate and a team player on all levels
Qualified candidates are welcome to apply by submitting a resume & portfolio to [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.
