Graphic Designer I –Flyer Production (Term-18 months)

Status: Regular Full Time Term (up to18 months)

Your creative edge, eye for detail and appreciation for the importance of deadlines makes you a fantastic candidate for the role of Graphic Designer I – Flyer Design at The North West Company (NWC). This role requires effective design, layout and production abilities and time management skills to assist in producing our retail flyer program on a weekly schedule.

Joining NWC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, a competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.

The North West Company is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighbourhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.

Your Role:

• Produce flyers and digital/social media ads based on weekly/monthly/seasonal marketing calendars.
• Work with Marketing Promotions team to upkeep and advise on flyer schedule.
• Keep up with flyer proofing schedule and revision requests.
• Adhere to company branding standards, ensuring effectiveness and consistency in all designs.
• Participate in project planning events and reviews to understand creative design needs.
• Work closely with Graphic Designer – Flyer Design Lead, Creative Services Manager and Marketing Planning Manager to ensure effective execution of flyer program.
• Assist in upkeep of brand image library.
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in computer-aided graphic design.
• Highly organized in prioritizing work, multi-tasking and consistently meeting deadlines.
• Flyer production experience is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in an advertising arts program or a combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with industry standards production software, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Microsoft Suite.
• Creative and strong typography and layout skills.
• Ability to handle multiple overlapping projects, tasks, and assignments.
• Ability to work independently and a highly collaborative team player.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

Location: Gibraltar House, 77 Main Street, Winnipeg MB

Reports To: Manager, Creative Services

We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:

Being Enterprising

• Committing to our Customer
• Working with Passion
• Leading and Developing Others
• Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity
• Building Trust The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.
  
  

A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is an active job opening for a position that is currently available and we are actively seeking to fill.

For Internal Applicants Only:

Salary Grade: C0R006

Note: All employees must have a minimum of one year of service in their current position prior to applying for other positions unless authorized by their current manager. Prior to applying, an internal employee also MUST obtain a written endorsement email from their current Manager or Manager – once – removed and provide this to the recruitment team before they can be considered for opportunities. This opportunity adheres to the Corporate job posting guidelines.