Graphic Designer

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Graphic design firm
• Printing shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate time to complete graphic designs and illustrations
• Adapt existing illustrations
• Assist in developing storyboards for electronic productions such as multimedia, interactive and digital products and television advertising and productions
• Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs
• Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations
• Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials
• Co-ordinate sub-contracting
• Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials
• Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication
• Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
• Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
• Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides
• Copywrite
• Usability testing
• Process files and paperwork

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Autodesk 3ds Max
• Rhinoceros 3D (Rhino)
• Unity3D
• AutoCAD
• Adobe Illustrator

Type of production art

• Animation
• Visual effects

Equipment and machinery experience

• Scanner

Area of work experience

• Software development

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• User experience design
• E-commerce

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting

Own tools/equipment

• Computer

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Team player
• Creativity

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Parking available