graphic designer Vancouver
Vancouver Community College
Full Time
Vancouver
59017 - 50658 CAD ANNUAL Today
Job description
Pclass #
SS127
Job Summary
Who We Are
We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (VCC) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of this land from time immemorial.
For over 55 years, VCC has been a leader in innovative, experiential post-secondary learning. We’re one of B.C’s top employers and we are proud to inspire students to discover their passions, gain essential skills, and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce.
At VCC, we respect and celebrate our differences, and are committed to the work of decolonization, accessibility, and inclusivity for all. Be a part of creating an inclusive community that provides equitable opportunities for Indigenous and diverse representation, participation, and success for everyone.
We value lived experience and encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. Come join the VCC community as we shape the future together.
This position is responsible for developing quality design material for print and digital projects, determining materials and methods to be used, developing cost estimates and assisting with press checks ensuring products meet design specifications.
We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (VCC) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of this land from time immemorial.
For over 55 years, VCC has been a leader in innovative, experiential post-secondary learning. We’re one of B.C’s top employers and we are proud to inspire students to discover their passions, gain essential skills, and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce.
At VCC, we respect and celebrate our differences, and are committed to the work of decolonization, accessibility, and inclusivity for all. Be a part of creating an inclusive community that provides equitable opportunities for Indigenous and diverse representation, participation, and success for everyone.
We value lived experience and encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. Come join the VCC community as we shape the future together.
This position is responsible for developing quality design material for print and digital projects, determining materials and methods to be used, developing cost estimates and assisting with press checks ensuring products meet design specifications.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
1. Designs marketing collateral materials, communications vehicles and print advertising, including handbills, brochures, flyers, banners, posters, newsletters, exhibits/displays, digital presentations and other items.
2. Creates images, graphics and photographs suitable for a variety of media, including electronic and web use. Provides direction to college photographer on photographs needed for VCC materials.
3. Consults with clients on scope, format and scheduling of projects. Provides advice on suitable formats and production specifications, prepares cost estimate and develops drafts.
4. Completes press checks in concert with marketing department staff as appropriate, ensuring final product meets quality and specification requirements.
5. Maintains digital and paper files ensuring proper archiving and back-up of files.
6. Monitors and orders graphics supplies.
7. May coordinate production with printers, photographers and other service providers.
8. Performs other related duties as required.
2. Creates images, graphics and photographs suitable for a variety of media, including electronic and web use. Provides direction to college photographer on photographs needed for VCC materials.
3. Consults with clients on scope, format and scheduling of projects. Provides advice on suitable formats and production specifications, prepares cost estimate and develops drafts.
4. Completes press checks in concert with marketing department staff as appropriate, ensuring final product meets quality and specification requirements.
5. Maintains digital and paper files ensuring proper archiving and back-up of files.
6. Monitors and orders graphics supplies.
7. May coordinate production with printers, photographers and other service providers.
8. Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Skills and Abilities
- Completion of 3-year College diploma from an accredited art or design program plus additional specialized training in media arts, computer graphics and design-related software and printing production and 4 years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of training and/or experience may be substituted for the required qualifications.
Skills and Abilities
- Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and clients.
- Excellent customer service skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage several time-sensitive issues at any given time.
- Demonstrated track record designing and producing high-quality marketing collateral, communications vehicles and print advertising. Previous experience in rolling out a corporate brand.
- Creative design ability with a contemporary style suitable to a high-energy environment driven by the College’s strategic direction.
- Proficiency with various design-related software, including InDesign, PhotoShop, Illustrator, Quark, Acrobat and familiarity with MS Office Suite.
- Basic illustration skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
Salary Range - Prorated based on FTE
PAYGRADE 26- $1,743.73 – $2,045.32 paid bi-weekly
Posting Detail Information
Employment Group
Support Staff (CUPE)
Type of Position
Temporary
Employment Type
Part Time
Department
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
Primary Location - This position may require you to work at all VCC locations.
Broadway
Is this posting only for internal applicants?
No
Desired Start Date - May be subject to change
08/01/2023
Position End Date - For Temporary Positions
07/31/2024
Vacation Blackout Dates
Number of Hours per Week
28
Work Schedule - Hours may vary according to the needs of the Department
Mon-Thurs 8:30am-4:30pm
Eligible for Fortnight
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Vancouver Community College is committed to maintaining a work force that represents the diverse community we serve and we encourage all qualified applicants.
Posting Open Date
06/01/2023
Posting Close Date
06/14/2023
Is this a pooled posting?
No
About Vancouver Community College
CEO: Dr. Peter Nunoda
Revenue: $100 to $500 million (USD)
Size: 1001 to 5000 Employees
Type: School / School District
Website: www.vcc.ca
Year Founded: 1922
