Job
description
Are you a person
who enjoys challenges and making a difference in the world?
Founded in 1995 by
human rights activist Craig Kielburger, Free
The Children is an international charity and educational
partner that believes in a world where all young people are free to achieve
their fullest potential. We work internationally to free children from poverty
and exploitation through a holistic and sustainable development model called
Adopt
a Village. Domestically, we offer innovative programs that educate,
engage and empower youth to become agents of change.
WE Day is seeking a Graphic Designer
to join our Creative and Communications department. The We Day work environment
appeals to self-directed, flexible team players, who learn quickly, enjoy
multi- tasking and working in a fast paced environment.
There is a three (3)
month probationary period, upon reaching the three (3) month period, all staff
members are offered a health plan including dental and Employee Assistant
Program. The position is based out of Free The Children’s International office
in Toronto (233 Carlton Street).
While resumes are
important, we want to know what makes you a great fit for our team and culture.
We will consider resumes on a rolling basis and would like the right person to
join us as soon as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Act as
a print design member of design team, and report to the Marketing and
Communications Manager - Work
with the creative department to take on graphic design tasks such as:
brochures, multi-page documents, books, magazine, posters, marketing
materials, logos, web components, signs, on stage visuals, WE Day specific
collateral - Carry
out general office tasks, special projects and other duties as required - Interact
with external printers to receive competitive quotes and supply them with
appropriate print ready files for production
Skills and
Qualifications:
- Graduate
of a 3-4 year Graphic Design program - 1-2
years experience working as a designer within an agency setting or related
field - Strong
knowledge of print design and production an asset - Possess
strong illustration, typographic and page layout skills - Web
designing experience and knowledge is an asset - Positive
and energetic attitude with the ability to work independently and as a
team player - Ability
to multitask, manage and focus on a number of projects in a demanding and
fast-paced work environment - Ability
to meet tight deadlines and maintain high attention to detail - Flexibility
to accommodate extended working hours if necessary as a dedicated member
of the team - Ability
to take initiative and possess an outstanding work ethic - Excellent
organizational and administrative skills - Exceptional
oral and written communication skills (bilingual in English and French
languages is an asset) - Must be
eligible to work in Canada
Computer
Skills:
- Excellent
command of a Mac platform - Adobe
CS5 (Illustrator, In Design, Photoshop, Acrobat) - Flash
and Dreamweaver knowledge is an asset - Knowledge
of Microsoft Office
What makes
Free The Children unique…
A Top Employer for
Young People, Free The Children is filled with passionate, driven,
hard-working, entrepreneurial, shameless idealists, this means we work late,
set high goals and exceed them, and then push hard the following year to beat
and exceed last year’s goals of empowering youth to change the world.
If you are looking
for a predictable 9-5 work environment, this won’t be the right fit.
If you are inspired
and excited by collaboration, making friendships with the most incredible
people, unique additional responsibilities like working on our We Days and your
personal values align with our core values, we would love to hear from you.
Free The Children
sincerely thanks all those who apply, however only those considered for an
interview will be contacted.
How
to apply
Please apply
directly at: http://www.freethechildren.com/about-us/careers-job-postings/?cc=show&id=5910707