Graphic Designer Jobs

Sporting Life

Sporting Life is a leading, iconic Canadian sports lifestyle retailer. Since 1979, we've been committed to providing our customers and their families with the best possible experience—and we are continuously working to improve it every day. We offer the best in outdoor apparel and fashion, footwear, equipment and accessories for men, women and kids. The mix of sport and fashion is what makes us unique.

YOU live for the great Canadian outdoors and take pride in living the Sporting Life. You relish in the exhilarating experience of skiing, snowboarding, cycling, running, tennis, hiking and camping and want to inspire our customers to do the same. You believe in the spirit of team, adapting to the ever-changing retail environment, being part of constant innovation and working alongside the best leaders, associates and vendors in the business. We are looking for those who live what we sell every day and who celebrate the love of sport and an active way of living.

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Reports To: Senior Marketing Manager

Reporting to the Senior Marketing Manager, the Graphic Designer works within the design studio and is responsible for taking art direction and concepts to final production files. Under the guidance and direction of the Senior Marketing Manager, this individual will be responsible for creation and execution of final print production files, ensuring the quality and accuracy of all files. Working closely with designers and other members of the creative department to produce high-quality creative work. This role requires the ability to work fast, accurately, and under pressure.

Description of Job Responsibilities:

• Create final assets to deliver to development across multiple platforms.
• High level of attention to detail and organized.
• Responsible for executing designs and building out production files for final output across print and digital.
• Design, modify, update and deliver graphic files from initial creative.
• Ensure aesthetic quality and details are consistent across creative.
• Ability to track information to determine changes to technical specifications, messaging or timing and react accordingly.
• Flexible and able to balance and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
• Make updates to completed creative when change is needed, often with a quick turnaround.

Essential Requirements and Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of print production / graphics arts
• Excellent experience with a variety of software, including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.
• Degree in Fine arts, Graphic Design, or equivalent education and experience.
• 3+ years’ experience as a Junior graphic designer / production artist
• Strong understanding of the creative process, organizational skills & file management
• Ability to work with speed and efficiency
• Knowledge with digital programs are an asset
• Work on several projects at once, under pressure and on tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while working closely with team members.
• A strong portfolio that demonstrates an understanding of art fundamentals such as structure, composition, and design principles.
• Works well in a fast-paced team environment
• Strong creative/visual design and typography skills
• Possess strong attention to detail and communication skills