Design Officer

Office

Canada’s New Democrats are searching for an experienced graphic design professional to work in a multi-project, multi-platform environment. This creative professional will be responsible for designing and creating innovative and engaging deliverables that elevate and differentiate the Party across all communications channels.

Please Note: This is a short-term, temporary contract position that will end at the conclusion of the next general Federal Election

Job Duties & Details

• Design effective and on-brand artwork and layouts for various communication materials, including social media content on various channels, print and direct mail materials, and more.
• Use templates to create election content for local campaigns and MPs.
• As part of the design team, ensure effective execution of all assigned design projects
• Ensure all collateral adheres to brand guidelines and meets the highest standards of quality
• Collaborate on integrated campaigns that span different mediums
• Other duties as required

Required skills & Experience

• Experience doing graphic design work in a primary role in a professional capacity, preferably for an ad agency, not-for-profit organization or political party. (Min. 2.5 years’ experience or combination of education and experience.)
• Detail oriented with the ability to set up files for print media specs
• Ability to work in a co-operative, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Proven experience with branding and identity design an asset
• Knowledge of web design process and best practices an asset, including image optimization for responsive design
• Exceptional knowledge of Mac platform and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop; Illustrator; InDesign; etc)
• Experience with project management software (i.e. Asana) an asset
• Strong design portfolio
• Knowledge of the New Democratic Party, its history, policies, and of Canadian politics in general
• Bilingualism (English and French) an asset

The NDP is an equal opportunity employer.  Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Location:

Remote/Work-from-Home or at our Campaign HQ in Ottawa

Starting date:

February/March

Term:

Full-Time, Temporary Contract

Salary:

Starting rate of pay is as per the Collective Agreement with COPE 225

Deadline:

Applications and Interviews will be reviewed and scheduled on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

More than one position may be available.

All interviews will be done via Zoom.

Send resume and cover letter to:

Attn: Jesse Calvert, Deputy National Director c/o Diana Sandor at hr@ndp.ca