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; Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides; Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials; Co-ordinate sub-contracting

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Work Location Information

In shop; Urban area; Relocation costs not covered by employer

Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting; Standing for extended periods; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Public transportation is available

Work Site Environment Noisy; Odours; Non-smoking; Air conditioned

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance

Work Setting

Publishing house; In-house printing or binding; Commercial or in-house printers; Printing shop

Applications Adobe Dreamweaver

Additional Skills

Prepare production schedules; Plan production methods; Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations; Estimate costs; Work in a multidisciplinary environment; Adapt existing illustrations

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Adobe Illustrator; Adobe Photoshop; Corel Draw; InDesign; MS Office; Social Media

Equipment and Machinery Experience Printing machine

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education College/CEGEPor equivalent experience

Languages English