Job Description

JG is a multidisciplinary full-service branding & marketing studio based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We help our clients to achieve their goals by offering branding, web design, social media management and video production services.www.jgaudetdesigns.caWe are looking for a Graphic Design Assistant to help with a wide variety of tasks that range from brand design, to social media content creation, website design and video production.If you're a scrappy, creative individual who wants to work from home and likes to constantly learn and create - this might be a good role for you.

• Proficient with the Macintosh computer utilizing InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Manage an entire branding or marketing campaign, not just the production of specific pieces
• Demonstrate an ability to work within established deadlines
• Strong, conceptual thinker who possesses a wide range of design capabilities including a solid background in web and print related graphic design
• Must have creative flair, originality and a strong visual sense
• Must have confidence, to present and explain ideas to clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in design.
• Demonstrates specialized knowledge of methods and techniques of graphic design and layout.
• Partners with the Marketing Team to develop creative that can be measured against the defined strategies
• Ensures that the creative shapes a consistent brand image and meets the brand expectations
• Develops, in concert with the Copywriters and Designers, breakthrough concepts and designs.
• Ensures the professional and technical development of team
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks of varying complexities, meet deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently on strategic issues with client, capable of managing fairly complex projects

Qualifications:

• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• All basic designing needs including logos, collateral, packaging, flyers, brochures, environmental graphics, magazines, corporate identity, from concept to completion through InDesign
• Ability to work with speed and efficiency to meet (sometimes tight) deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively, brainstorm and articulate graphics ideas with team members and Market Managers
• Maintain a pleasant and professional demeanor under high-pressure deadlines
• 5 years minimum working within a design firm or other creative team environment. 10 years preferred
• Possess solid presentation, listening and communication skills
• Open and receptive to design critique
• Resourceful: Able to problem solve and find multiple design solutions, especially under narrow parameters or strict budget restraints
• Self-driven, proactive and a team player
• Must take pride in their work and be passionate about design
• Will not be considered without first seeing samples of work either in an online portfolio or an attached PDF

About You:

• 3+ years design experience
• Experience working directly with clients and agencies
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively within a team structure
• Strong visual conceptual abilities and overall design skills
• Ability to follow rough design concepts and turn them into polished assets
• Proficiency in the Adobe Suite, in particular Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign.
• Some knowledge of After Effects is a plus.
• Ability to edit and retouch photos and video
• An understanding or experience with editorial and layout design
• Ability to effectively track, manage, and clearly communicate your time
• Self-starter and able to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organization and meticulous attention to detail
• A passion for great design, digital marketing, and social media
• Experience in web marketing/web design with experience on Wix and Wordpress platforms

Job Types: Part-time, Casual, Freelance
Part-time hours: 20 per weekSalary: $18.00-$25.00 per hourFlexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Graphic design: 1 year (preferred)