Job Description

Graphic DesignerUnder the general supervision of the Senior Manager, Marketing and within established policies, procedures and guidelines: design marketing and sales support materials; produce creative and innovative design solutions using both written and visual elements; follow established Niagara Parks branding and content protocols to develop products such as advertising for print publications, point of sale materials, flyers, menus, posters, digital and printed newsletters and signage; prepare print-ready high resolution files; liaise with print production suppliers as required; ensure timely product delivery to end users.Niagara Parks offers a salary of $27.21 per hour to $33.45 per hour for this position as well as a comprehensive benefit plan and defined benefit pension plan. Applications for this position will be accepted until June 7, 2024. QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a Diploma/degree in graphic or web design, digital media, advertising, marketing communications or equivalent.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Creative Suite, video editing, web design principles and social media knowledge.
• Familiarity and experience with HTML, Content Management Systems or Blogging Platforms (WordPress/Tumblr) preferred.
• Ability to learn new software and technology platforms.
• Bilingualism an asset.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience working within a related team environment.
• Experience in print and web graphic design or multimedia production with proven competence in design and image processing software, desktop publishing, graphic design and layout skills; demonstrated creativity, flexibility, attention to detail; deadline-oriented; ability to follow directions; excellent proofreading and editing skills essential.
• Strong organizational ability to coordinate the activities of several projects simultaneously.
• Able to work effectively with cross-functional team.
• Strong customer service skills including, communication / interpersonal skills both oral and written.
• Ability to multi-task in computerized environment.
• Demonstrates maturity and integrity in dealing with customers or confidential and sensitive information.
• Excellent IT knowledge, time management and organisational skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Key ActivitiesGraphic Design Project Management

• Responsible for content and design through to final production of materials to support sales and marketing initiatives and strategies, including print, web and digital media.
• Develops concepts, graphics and layouts for product illustrations, logos, and website elements following NPC branding standards.
• Designs promotional/creative materials for digital advertising campaigns, such as web banners and for print campaigns, such as visual advertisements, posters, flyers, coupons, rack cards, etc. for various departments.
• Ensures all work is compliant with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, policies/procedures and the Accessibility for Disabled Ontarians Act (AODA) with specific knowledge for creating accessible PDF documents.
• Works with all departments to ensure materials comply with AODA standards, including print materials and pdfs such as WEGO schedules and digital marketing materials.
• Ensures work is engaging and distinctive within the destination tourism industry.
• Issues regular weekly and/or monthly reports as required including status of all projects.
• Proofreads to produce accurate and high-quality work.
• Liaises with internal stakeholders and coordinates assets (content, photos, videos, digital templates).
• Keeps abreast of new and emerging design technologies to ensure state of the art processes are used.
• Liaises with external printers to ensure deadlines are met and materials printed to the highest quality.
• Adheres to Niagara Parks file management protocol, maintaining well-organized, efficiently archived files.
• Maintains Niagara Parks master digital image library.

Performs Other Related Duties

• As assigned.

We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), Niagara Parks will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability - related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. To request an alternate format, please contact Niagara Parks at 905.295.4377 or by email to employment@niagaraparks.com.Job Type: Full-timePay: $27.21-$33.45 per hourBenefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• NIAGARA FALLS, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Do you possess a Diploma/degree in graphic or web

design, digital media, advertising, marketing
communications or equivalent?

• Are you proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, Adobe

Creative Suite, web design principles and social media
knowledge?

• Do you possess a minimum of three (3) years experience working within

a related team environment.Work Location: In person