GRAPHIC DESIGN COORDINATOR National Marketing & Communications Department Remote - Full Time Position (will be required to work at the Oakville Head Office on a monthly basis and as needed) Are you looking for a new opportunity to build a career while having a positive impact in your community? If so, the next journey in your career starts with us. The Salvation Army Thrift Store, National Recycling Operations, is a division of The Salvation Army \xe2\x80\x93 the largest non-governmental provider of social services in Canada. We help generate funds to support local programs and services like food banks and homeless shelters while contributing to environmental sustainability through retail and recycling. Looking for even more reasons to join us? We offer a competitive compensation package:

• Paid sick time
• Vacation starting at 6% (3 weeks)
• Employer-paid RRSP contributions with additional voluntary matching opportunities
• 30% employee discount to save even more at our Thrift Stores
• The opportunity to learn new skills, job advancement, and recognition programs
• Health, Dental, EFAP, and LTD benefit opportunities for full-time employees

As a member of the Marketing and Communications Team, the Graphic Design Coordinator is responsible to produce and develop creative assets for publications, advertising, posters, signs, hand-outs, and digital media in support of the Marketing & Communications strategic goals and initiatives. The successful candidate is a proactive, resourceful, and highly organized individual who has the ability to self manage. As they will work on a diverse set of projects in support of the team, they will be required to learn quickly, problem solve, and adapt to change. Responsibilities

• Create marketing materials and other collaterals to reflect The Salvation Army Thrift Store, NRO\xe2\x80\x99s brand.
• Works with team members to produce layout, concept, design, and production of marketing materials.
• Execute visual concepts for social media and branded digital content.
• Design print and digital advertisements and other promotional material.
• Ongoing design and production work creating social media posts, PowerPoint decks and other Marketing and Communication pieces.
• Provide visual recommendations that are aligned with the objective of marketing campaigns.
• Facilitates additional media projects in collaboration with the marketing and communciations team (e.g. video, webinars, etc.).
• Keeps up to date on the latest trends in visual art and design.
• Versatile design and production, digital and print skillset.
• Ensure projects are completed with high quality and on schedule.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects within design specifications.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Completion of a college/university program in graphic arts, web design or digital marketing is required.
• 1-2 years graphic design experience
• Post-graduate work in digital media is an asset.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Ability to design print publications.
• Knowledge of AODA compliance standards for accessibility.
• Experience or training in multimedia design may be required.
• Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army - its mission, culture, and values.
• Creative and innovative team player who works to achieve positive results.
• Able to work in a consultative, diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Strong sense of integrity with professional ethics and a balanced sense. of fairness and flexibility.
• Able to proactively recognize potential risks and issues, respond with solutions and engage others in implementing change.
• Ability to work methodically, understand and follow work process and meet deadlines.
• Effective organizational and time management skills \xe2\x80\x93 self-motivated and disciplined self-starter.

Resumes are to be submitted by Monday, March 27, 2023. In the email subject line please identify the position being applied for. Samples of your work will be requested if you are contacted for an interview. We thank all applicants for their interest. Those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $45,954.00-$57,442.00 per year Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oakville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor\'s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Graphic design: 1 year (required)
• Digital media: 1 year (preferred)
• Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakville, ON Application deadline: 2023-03-27