Designer

Montreal or Toronto

Opportunity Overview

The main role of the Designer is to execute work and provide production support for projects under the guidance of Art Directors and Associate Creative Directors. The Designer, who is skilled in design principles, typography, interface design will take the initial stages of a project (usually developed by an Art Director) and will use the project’s visual language to complete and execute all remaining aspects of the project such as website pages, banner ads, animations and transitions. The Designer will also have the opportunity to be involved in project briefs and brainstorms, work alongside a copywriter, and lead the design development of a project with guidance from a senior team member.

Specific Responsibilities

Ensure that work is completed on time and within the estimated amount of time;
Effectively communicates risks or challenges by raising a flag ahead of time;
Produces the final working files (PSD, AI, FLA) to be use for the production of a project;
Ensure that all files are properly labelled, well organized (specifically using Layer Comps) and that all extraneous layers/objects are removed from final files;
Ensure that all project files are on the production server, properly named, and with the correct folder structure;
Source and acquire any stock photography/imagery, sound FX, animations required for a project by passing through the proper approval process;
Prepares files/documents for client presentation and can participate in these presentations.

Qualifications

Work Experience and Education

3+ years of advertising experience, with a passion for and knowledge of digital and social spaces
University degree/college diploma, preferably in copywriting, advertising, communications or a related field

Requirements and Competencies

Proactive thinking
Ability to produce cutting edge, and exceptional, creative work
Ability to work as part of a team across the entire agency
Strong understanding of digital and social media
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage own time and deadlines
An understanding of the basic principles of many industry-related programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash)

To submit your application

Please send your curriculum vitae to careers@twistimage.com