Associate, Digital Media & Design (Full-Time, Term)

Associate, Digital Media & Design

Location: This in-office position will be based out of our Toronto office.

Type: This is a Full-Time 12-months Term position.

Our organization:

Founded in 2017, Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. (Wellington-Altus) is the parent company to Wellington-Altus Private Counsel Inc., Wellington-Altus USA Inc., Wellington-Altus Insurance Inc., Wellington-Altus Group Solutions Inc., and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.—the top-rated* investment dealer in Canada and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. With more than $35 billion in assets under administration and offices across the country, Wellington-Altus identifies with successful, entrepreneurial advisors and portfolio managers and their high-net-worth clients.

• Investment Executive 2024 Brokerage Report Card.

The opportunity:

Reporting to the Design & Creative Lead, the Associate, Digital Media & Design will collaborate and partner with the cross-functional marketing team, conceptualizing, designing, and executing a variety of assets to support corporate marketing and advisor objectives.

The Associate will provide a strong portfolio showcasing professional work examples – inclusive of static print and digital - that demonstrate concept development, creativity, and best practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Marketing team in developing compelling graphics for use in various marketing mediums such as websites, social media, presentations decks, data visualization, white papers, booklets, brochures, collaterals, events, advertisements, etc.
• The position requires 20% website design using Figma and 80% graphic design for various other marketing materials.
• Working with the Marketing team to develop custom digital and print marketing collateral for both investment advisors and corporate marketing initiatives.
• Managing deliverables in scalable, creative ways that meet the objective of the ask in partnership and collaboration with the broader marketing team.
• Managing day-to-day projects (timelines, workbacks, status updates, approvals, etc.).
• Acting as ambassador and custodian of the Wellington-Altus brand.
• Keeping abreast of current and emerging digital marketing technologies, design trends and competitor operations.
• Being creative and innovative in what you do.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A bachelor's degree or diploma in graphic design, visual communications, or similar field of study.
• A minimum of 5+ years’ of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Experience in the financial services industry considered an asset.
• Experience with print and web-based production standards.
• Experience with Motion Graphic (After Effects/Premiere) considered an asset.
• Proficient with Adobe CC products (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Professional, etc.), Figma and Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint & Excel).
• Knowledge of designing and editing Canva graphics.
• Good knowledge of branding, layout, typography and keen eye for details in sourcing images and other graphic assets that supports a brand narrative.
• An ability to multi-task, work on various projects and meet strict deadlines.
• Proven time management abilities as well as strong analytical and technical knowledge.
• A high degree of creativity, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Exceptional collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• An ability to quickly adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.
• A reliable and strong work ethic.
• An excellent attitude and commitment to providing extraordinary service.
• Advanced knowledge in current graphic design best practices, fluency with print and web-based production standards particularly for digital and social channels.
• A keen eye for detail in sourcing images, footage, music and other assets.

Conditions of employment:

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• A background check, satisfactory to the employer, may be required of the successful applicant prior to commencing employment.

Wellington-Altus Private Wealth is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply.

If you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please let us know at the point of application.

To apply:

Click the Apply for This Job button to submit your resume, cover letter and salary expectations. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. More information about working at Wellington-Altus can be found on our website at www.wellington-altus.com.