Illustrator Specific Skills

Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs; Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations; Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations

Graphic Designer Specific Skills

Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials; Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication; Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives; Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements; Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides; Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers; Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus

Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Public transportation is available

Work Samples Portfolio; Design sample

Work Site Environment Non-smoking; Air conditioned

Own Tools/Equipment Computer

Work Setting

Advertising, marketing and public relations agency

Additional Skills

Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations; Supervise other graphic designers or graphic arts technicians; Adapt existing illustrations

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Adobe Illustrator; Corel Draw; InDesign; MS Office; Adobe Suite

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Languages English