Queen’s Park - Communications Officer – Graphic Designer - Full Time, Permanent

Objectives:

The Communications Officer – Graphic Designer, in collaboration with the Director of Communications and other Communications team members, is responsible for driving the Ontario NDP Caucus’ creative vision and brand. The position will work in a multi-project environment to produce innovative and engaging deliverables that elevate and differentiate the caucus.

Responsibilities to the Director of Communications:

• Design effective and on-brand artwork for various communication materials, including packaging, print collateral, digital collateral and large-format materials
• Aid in the development, implementation ad stewardship of organization brand standards to ensure materials follow appropriate professional and internal brand guidelines, including the creation of complementary logos and wordmarks, and other foundational pieces
• Collaborate on integrated campaigns to develop compelling visual concepts, tools, templates and products in various mediums
• Layout complex multi-page magazine-style print products
• Arrange for printing or production and delivery of final products
• Organize and maintain design assets
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Proven experience with working within established brand and identity standards
• Ability to work under pressure in a creative team environment, managing tight deadlines and competing priorities in a demanding and fast-paced environment with irregular hours.
• Exceptional knowledge of Mac platform and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop; Illustrator; InDesign; etc.) required
• Strong design portfolio
• Sound knowledge of Canadian politics, the NDP and current affairs
• Strong organizational skills, communication skills and sound political judgement
• Experience with project management software (i.e. Asana) an asset
• Ability to work independently and prioritize competing demands
• Detail oriented
• Bilingualism (English and French) an asset

The NDP Caucus is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.

Forward a Cover Letter and Resume to the NDP Caucus Human Resources Office,resumes@ndp.on.ca,Fax, 416-325-2266. Please include “Communications Officer - Graphic Designer” in the subject line.

Thank you for your application. Please note, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.