Graphic Designer And Layout Artist

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Printing shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations
• Adapt existing illustrations
• Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs
• Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials
• 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
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
• Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides
• Perform various administrative functions

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• InDesign
• Adobe Suite
• MS Office
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• MS Windows

Equipment and machinery experience

• Scanner
• Shirt presser
• Laminating machine
• Finishing machines
• Printing machine

Area of specialization

• Prints and drawings

Economic specialization

• Retail business

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting
• Tight deadlines

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Commission

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available