Company: EMETemployment
Location: Toronto, ON
Expected salary: $50000 – 60000 per year
Job date: Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:48:06 GMT
Job description: Creative Designer (Hybrid)
Job Order ID: 8257
Employment Type: Yearly Salary
Salary: $50000-60000/Yr
Web Publication Date: 4/1/2025
Number of Positions: 1
Job Location: Toronto
Brief Description:Our employer puts students at the centre of their Jewish experience by providing meaningful and relevant opportunities for them to connect to Judaism, Israel and their various intersecting identities. They are looking for an enthusiastic creative professional who excels in graphic design, web design/development, social media, and marketing. As the Creative Designer, you will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of digital content on our campaigns, website, social media, and newsletters. We are looking for someone to expand our online reach and engagement to further carry out the organization’s mission and values effectively. Reports to: Sr. Creative Design Manager.Job Function:The Creative Designer is a key member of the Digital team, responsible for bringing bold and innovative ideas to life across various platforms. From social graphics and event branding to logos, campaign designs, swag, and print materials, they ensure every visual element aligns with Hillel Ontario’s brand and mission. This role requires a strategic and creative thinker who isn’t afraid to push boundaries, explore new design trends, and introduce fresh concepts. A strong understanding of web design and development is essential, as the Creative Designer will regularly create and update landing pages on hillelontario.org. The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. They bring a high level of professionalism to their work and interactions, contributing to a collaborative and dynamic team culture.
- Collaborate with staff to plan and execute digital projects and fundraising campaigns
- Create compelling and engaging social media content for Hillel Ontario and assist with its 9 campuses
- Liaise with various internal departments to create and distribute newsletters and email blasts (including the design elements, such as banners.)
- Update website on an ongoing basis and create new landing pages as needed
- Film and edit videos using various platforms, equipment, software, and technology
- Design digital graphics, such as holiday greetings, event promotions, event recaps, and fundraising campaigns
- Ensure content is consistent with our brand, identity, and messaging
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirement:Education & Experience
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant field of study
- 5+ years of experience in graphic design.
- 3+ years of experience in web design / web development
- Strong design portfolio that shows ability to complete similar projects
- Technical Skills
- Strong design skills (e.g. Adobe Suite, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and Canva)
- WordPress knowledge
- Some level of html and css coding
- Knowledge of best practices for social media platforms (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Threads, X)
- An asset if proficient in video editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro)
- Some experience in social media marketing (e.g, ad campaigns)
Personal Skills
- Highly organized
- Motivated self-starter
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining strong communication throughout completing projects
- Takes initiative to help the rest of the team by offering support when time frees up
- Stay up-to-date with current design trends and best practices in the digital space
- Basic understanding of Jewish culture and traditions (preferred, but not required)
The job posting is for a Creative Designer at a Jewish organization in Toronto. The role involves creating and updating digital content for campaigns, website, social media, and newsletters. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in graphic design, web design/development, social media, and marketing. They must be organized, able to manage multiple projects, and stay current with design trends. The job requires a relevant degree, 5+ years of graphic design experience, 3+ years of web design/development experience, and proficiency in Adobe Suite, WordPress, and social media platforms. A basic understanding of Jewish culture is preferred. The salary range for the position is $50,000-60,000 per year.