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Junior Designer (FTC 6 months)

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DEPT®

7d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Design
    Product
  • Toronto
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should have a design degree, experience with Figma and Adobe Suite, a strong visual sense, basic UX knowledge, good communication skills, and a self-driven, inquisitive nature.
  • You will design lifecycle marketing emails, create display banners, animate engaging social videos, collaborate with production, apply feedback, pitch ideas, and research design trends.

Requirements

  • You will have a genuine love for the medium, and in particular digital marketing
  • Degree in Design or related field
  • Good eye for visual design and understanding of visual elements; layout, type and fonts
  • Experience with design software including Figma and Adobe Suite (Predominantly Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects)
  • Familiarity with design techniques (e.g. prototyping)
  • Ability to design in small web placements
  • Basic understanding of UX principles a bonus
  • Good typesetting & retouching skills
  • Great communication skills
  • Excellent team player and problem solving aptitude
  • Self-driven with an inquisitive nature

Responsibilities

  • Understand project requirements and concepts; working on a brief from start to finish
  • Produce final design solutions for lifecycle marketing emails
  • Creating marketing display banners from scratch
  • Animate engaging and disruptive videos for social
  • Work closely with the production team to deliver multiple campaigns at the same time
  • Use feedback from your peers as well as leaders to improve standard of work
  • Pitch creative ideas where relevant that enhance projects
  • Liaise with the client and explain design thinking
  • Research latest design trends to put into practice
  • Apply industry trends and innovations to day to day work

FAQs

What is the duration of the Junior Designer contract?

The Junior Designer position is a 6-month fixed-term contract, with a likelihood of extension.

What type of projects will I be working on as a Junior Designer?

As a Junior Designer, you will be creating engaging designs for lifecycle marketing emails, marketing display banners, and animating videos for social media, among other tasks.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this position?

You will need a degree in Design or a related field, along with a good eye for visual design and experience with design software such as Figma and the Adobe Suite.

What skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include a genuine love for digital marketing, proficiency in design software, good typesetting and retouching skills, strong communication abilities, and a collaborative problem-solving mindset.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, DEPT® offers learning and growth certifications, as well as training and development opportunities to help you enhance your skills further.

How many vacation days do employees receive?

Employees receive 15 days of paid PTO (pro rata) along with 10 public holidays and a day off for their birthday.

Are there any employee benefits?

Yes, employee benefits include a flexible hybrid working policy, enhanced family leave after one year, a buddy program for new employees, and various office perks.

What kind of clients will I be working with?

You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, both big and small, local and global, across various industries.

Does DEPT® have any commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, DEPT® is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and actively seeks to recruit diverse individuals from various backgrounds and perspectives.

Is prior experience in a similar role required?

While prior experience in a similar role is beneficial, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all the qualifications. DEPT® values talent and potential over strict adherence to requirements.

How does DEPT® support its employees' well-being?

DEPT® promotes employee well-being through various benefits, including flexible working options, team events, and office perks, as well as initiatives to support local charities during DEPT® Cares Month.

Will I have the chance to work on creative pitches?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to pitch creative ideas that enhance projects and collaborate closely with your team.

Is there a possibility for remote work?

Yes, DEPT® supports remote work but operates under a flexible hybrid working policy.

What is DEPT®'s commitment to the environment?

DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified since 2021.

Pioneering tech and marketing to help brands stay ahead.

Technology
Industry
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Mission & Purpose

We are a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Our team of 4,000+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. We are committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 have been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified. We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech & marketing. We facilitate our pioneering spirit by investing in innovation, by leveraging our proprietary tech, data and knowledge platforms for all our clients worldwide. Our culture is ’big enough to cope and small enough to care. Simply put we can work for any brand in the world, but with the speed, agility, flexibility and personal relationships of a boutique agency.