GRAPHIC DESIGNER

CONTRACT

Competition #1736

Are you a creative thinker? Do you use print materials and digital marketing to reach a variety of audiences? Are you willing to work flexible hours that fluctuate with project timelines and complexity?

North Vancouver Recreation and Culture (NVRC) has approximately 1000 hours available from now until January 2019 for a graphic designer with solid experience to work under the direction of our marketing and communications staff. You will develop and design print, web and multi-media marketing assets that reflect our mandate to build healthy individuals, families and communities. You will be responsible for design and production management for large print catalogues; layout and design in InDesign; photo and graphic image maintenance, selection and editing; proofing; and managing reviews and editing by numerous stakeholders.

You have the following required qualifications:

• Considerable knowledge of graphic design, printing, production techniques and web design

• Ability to organize, attend to detail and accuracy, and work in a time sensitive environment

• Ability to understand project requirements quickly and produce effective marketing creative

• Demonstrated experience in effective design, typography, layout and colour theory

• Experience with InDesign including creation of catalogues, posters, postcards, and signage

• Experience with Photoshop including editing photographs, creation of digital banners and thumbnails

• Experience with Illustrator including creation of design elements such as logos, icons, and buttons

• Experience with integrated campaigns using multiple channels and varying media

• Experience creating animated GIFs for digital display advertising

• Familiarity with content management systems

• University or College degree in Graphic Design or Digital Arts/Media

• A minimum of three years’ experience

• Ability to work on a flexible schedule that ebbs and flows with project timelines

  You may have additional preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of HTML, (HTML5 preferred), CSS, and JavaScript

• Experience with Flash design, and Final Cut Pro and Motion Graphics

Project starts November 1, 2017 and ends January 11, 2019

All candidates are required to submit a Police Record Check as a requirement of the position prior to any appointment. Clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Closing Date: Monday, October 16, 2017