Position: Graphic Designer
Department: Brand and Creative
Reports to: Manager, Brand and Creative
Term: Effective immediately for 4 months

SUMMARY:
The Graphic Designer performs graphic design and production for a variety of departments at Canucks Sports & Entertainment including Brand & Creative, Sales & Service Activation (Marketing), Web, Broadcast, Game Presentation, Corporate Sponsorship, and other departments as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
(other may be assigned from time to time):

• Graphic design of various print materials including, but not limited to: brochures, business reports and proposals, flyers, advertisements, schedules, media guides, player cards, posters, and calendars, as well as identity work such as logos and small illustration tasks
• Client communication from first draft to final sign-off and press approvals
• Supplier coordination of own projects, including but not limited to securing quotes, liaising with external supplier contacts regarding pricing, ordering, delivery and turnaround
• Translation and posting of photos, PDF documents, and logos for the Canucks website as requested by client departments
• File management with regard to team, program, event or corporate logos and files, including archiving, manipulating and distributing such files
• Scanning of photos and/or artwork as requested by client departments

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES:

• Strong graphic design and production capabilities, including at least three years experience with a variety of projects using the latest software packages, including Adobe Creative Suite 5.5 (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash), Microsoft Office and Apple Keynote
• Excellent grammar, spelling, proofreading, and writing abilities
• Flexibility in terms of handling a variety of assignments under tight deadlines while maintaining a strong focus on branding, consistency and quality
• Independent, creative problem-solver
• Highly organized, motivated and responsible with good time and project management abilities
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a strong customer service orientation

ADDITIONAL SKILLS (Not required but considered an asset):

• Completion of a recognized graphic design diploma or degree
• User Interface and User Experience Design (Web, Interactive and Mobile)
• Video effects and Productions (Motion Graphics)
• Photography
• Illustration