Temporary Graphic Designer

Please Note: This is a temporary position ending on or before 9 months from hired date with the possibility of extension.

Reporting to the Design Team Lead, the Graphic Designer will provide graphic design assistance across a range of digital and print media to support NAIT's strategic marketing and communications plans. The successful candidate must be adept at working through all stages of the design process - from building creative concepts to executing production-ready artwork.

You must be proficient at using industry-standard software to design artwork for social, web and out-of-home advertising. This may include print, digital and motion graphics. As a creative designer, you will have opportunities to develop your own design work, from mood boarding and concept stages to executing final artwork.

To be successful in this role, you must work well independently but enjoy collaborating and learning from others. As a member of the design team, you will attend weekly virtual meetings with the rest of the designers and contribute to brainstorming. Working closely with the Design Team Lead, you must be comfortable receiving feedback and creative direction. As a member of the larger MarComm department, you will have opportunities to work cross-functionally with other in-house teams, including photo, video, web, marketing and communications.

While this position is mainly remote, you must be able to travel to campus when needed and live within Alberta.

Key Responsibilities

1. Attend weekly virtual meetings with a team of 3 other graphic designers
2. Collaborate openly with others in the department, which may include brainstorming and mood boarding processes
3. Assist the design team with resizing and adapting campaign artwork to meet various specs and formats
4. Create compelling design treatments that align with the project's objectives and NAIT's brand guidelines
5. Prepare final files for print and digital output
6. Organize and archive design files in our DAM (Digital Asset Management platform)
7. Help evolve the NAIT brand and update its brand guidelines

Skills & Abilities

1. Proficient using the Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop) on a Mac platform
2. Should have experience working in Adobe After Effects - intermediate to advanced skills would be ideal
3. Understanding of design principles, such as composition, color theory and typography, and have a portfolio that demonstrates it
4. Strong organizational and time management skills, to meet deadlines and navigate competing priorities
5. Open to brainstorming, collaborating and sharing new ideas with others
6. Strong communication skills, particularly when sharing design concepts and rationales
7. Comfortable receiving and interpreting design feedback from project stakeholders
8. Passionate about graphic design, and staying on-top of emerging technologies and design trends
9. Any skills in illustration and html5 ad development would be considered an asset

Qualifications

1. Completion of Grade twelve
2. Diploma in Graphic Design, a degree is preferred
3. Considerable years of related experience (3-10 in Graphic Design)
4. Must live in Alberta and be able to travel to NAIT campus as needed
5. Strong portfolio that demonstrates expertise in graphic design, including print, digital and motion design
6. Equivalencies may be considered

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration

$59,603.44 - $79,497.34 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Technologist lll).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume, cover letter and portfolio to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.