Graphic Designer

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Office: Canlan Sports Corporate Head Office Ontario

Canlan Sports is the largest private sector owner and operator of recreational sports complexes in North America. The company's success in the recreation-entertainment & hospitality industry is attributed to a combination of innovative programming, service delivery leadership and world-class sports complexes. We understand our customers’ need for service excellence and are committed to it.

Job Summary

Canlan Sports is looking for a full-time Graphic Designer.

Reporting to the Design Lead, our Graphic Designer will execute our content marketing strategy and omni-channel ad campaigns. You'll be present for, and contribute to ideation and strategy sessions, while championing best-in-class design practices, being accountable, and effectively communicating with the team.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Collaborate with the Design Lead, Manager of Content Strategy, and Marketing Director to support the strategic marketing vision for all brands and provide best-in-class creative.
• Assist in presenting creative concepts to multiple stakeholders that successfully address business and marketing goals and objectives.
• Support the print and distribution process, including quoting and national distribution.
• Support vendor relationships that relate to creative and marketing tasks and projects.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3-year post-secondary accreditation in Graphic Design and/or related field.
• 1-3 years of design experience, preferably in the sports industry.
• Strong Design Fundamentals: You possess a solid foundation of visual fundamentals of design, such as hierarchy, typography, color theory, contrast, etc.
• Technical Proficiency: Having additional skills and expertise in other design tools and software is highly valued and will greatly enhance your candidacy for this role.
• Proficient in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects).
• Photo manipulation skills using Photoshop to create effects and enhance visual elements such as photography.
• Strong illustration skills with a focus on sports design, showcasing the ability to create dynamic and energetic visuals that capture the excitement of sports.
• Proficiency in Figma for UI/UX design, demonstrating your ability to design intuitive interfaces and optimize user interactions.
• Knowledge of motion design and video editing software, such as Adobe After Effects or Premiere Pro, is a plus, supporting the creation of dynamic and engaging multimedia content.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and Kanban-style Project Management platforms.
• Collaboration and Communication: You should be able to work effectively in a team environment, communicate your ideas clearly, and actively participate in discussions and critiques. The ability to give and receive constructive feedback is essential.
• Adaptability and Learning Mindset: Design is an evolving field with emerging trends, tools, and technologies. You should demonstrate a willingness to learn, adapt, and stay updated with industry developments.