Senior Designer

OverviewWe are open to hiring this role remotely across Canada, however in line with the requirements of the role the successful candidate will need to be comfortable working PST hours (Monday-Friday, 9am-5.30pm PST.)This is a 6-month fixed-term contract.This role is part of our Personalized Content team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients including eBay, Walmart, Meta and moreJOB PURPOSEAs Senior Designer, you’ll be joining a nimble team that jumps in wherever the action is. Instead of being tied to one client, you’ll get to work across a variety of accounts—perfect for someone who thrives on variety, thinks on their feet, and enjoys solving problems without missing a beat. If you\'re adaptable, self-sufficient, and great at working with different personalities, you\'ll feel right at home here.Our Senior Designers are required to understand, organise and motivate people to achieve extraordinary things: they’re able to guide thinking and behaviour in others and take counsel from within to thrive in a dynamic environment. Our Design Mentors are masters of their craft, demonstrate good judgement and emotional intelligence, and inspire self-development.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESWorking on a brief from start to finishOverseeing the work of and mentoring other designersDelivering constructive feedbackDesigning paid social assets following best practices.Coach your team members and help them to realise areas of developmentDesigning responsive customer-centric emails and landing pagesMaintaining and regularly optimise our design systemsApplying creativity to adhoc projectsAlways striving to create work that contributes towards the client’s business goalsResearching competitors and staying current with design and marketing trendsTaking accountability for flawless design outputSupporting creatives to define the art direction when necessaryContributing innovative ideas at creative review meetingsProtecting brand integrity and guardianshipDrive the delivery of work on time and to the highest standard by understanding of your team\'s capabilitiesWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR3-5 years of digital design experienceYou are well versed in working in an agency context and have relevant experience covering brand, direct and above the line creative workComfortable working as part of an English speaking global team.Keen to build client relations and confidently pitch ideas to themGood eye for layout, skilled in typesetting and retouching.Proficient using digital design software (i.e. Figma, Adobe CS)Understanding of basic motion design is a plus (we use Adobe After Effects)Deep understanding of CRM and paid social marketing.A strategic designer who who always takes a customer-first approach, ensuring the user journey is an excellent end-to-end experienceA great teammate that supports their colleagues and doesn’t act as an individualVery organised with attention to detailA great source for up-to-the-minute creative knowledge and digital design trendsWorks with grit and determination in the face of demanding deadlinesHas a desire to embrace new skills and challengesWE OFFERA flexible, hybrid working policyAn excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policiesMental health support, and company sick pay scheme.15 days paid holiday annually (plus Public Holidays).Refreshments are provided in the office all week, as well as drinks at 4 pm on a Friday.Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents.Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT.A reputation for doing good. DEPT has been a Certified B Corp since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes togetherThe opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.Global annual DEPT Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.WHO ARE WE?We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That\'s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we\'re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world.DEPT is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSIONAt DEPT, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here. #J-18808-Ljbffr