Graphic Designer Specific Skills

Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials; Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives; Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements

Personal Suitability

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

Work Location Information Urban area

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting; Large workload; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation

Work Samples Example of completed work

Work Site Environment Non-smoking; Air conditioned

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Criminal record check

Work Setting Printing shop

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Adobe Illustrator; QuarkXpress; InDesign; MS Office; Adobe Suite; Social Media

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 yearsor equivalent experience

Languages English