 |
|||
 |
 |
 |
|
 |
            
© 2008 Applied Arts Inc.
|
Does the allure of fast-paced, deadline-driven, agency life sound like music to your ears? Are you highly creative and already have 3-5 years agency experience? If so, we are looking for you. The Think Tank - an integrated consumer promotions agency with a roster of exciting consumer brands - is in the market for a graphic designer, starting immediately. Your tasks include everything from ‘big idea’ brainstorming and conceptual design to final art files for print and digital activation. Our ideal candidate is: - highly creative - well versed in Adobe CS3 Design Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Quark - has a sharp eye for design and topography - has some experience in consumer packaged goods industry - experience and a strong passion for digital communications is a big asset If this sounds like you, contact careers@thinktankpromotions.com with your resume and a PDF sample of your outstanding work. -------------------------------------------------------------- Nice Agency Seeks Design Star If we have these in common, let’s talk: • Pathological obsession with good design • Unwholesome thoughts about type (and other things) • Want to win FWAs so bad, it causes a rash (or at least that’s the excuse) • Nice, but no patience for bad ideas • Keep a Communication Arts mag under the mattress • Worship the cruel, beautiful bitch goddess cult that is the Web • Rock digital but think neutral • Think banker's hours are for d'bags (BTW, good job on the economy, guys!) We’re henderson bas and we’d like to meet you. Send us your stuff and let’s talk. Email us at jobs@hendersonbas.com -------------------------------------------------------------- Senior Web Designer (4269) - Ottawa Desperately Seeking Design? Description: Our client, one of Canada's leading internet communications agencies, is seeking a Senior Web Designer for a three month opportunity based out of the Ottawa office. This contract opportunity could lead to a permanent role with this growing agency. This is an exciting career opportunity for an energetic, passionate and highly-motivated designer to create award-winning work for high profile national and international brands, ranging from healthcare to financial services to consumer brands. Qualifications: Candidates should have 3-5+ years experience designing websites for corporate and tier one clients. Portfolio should be representative of your current abilities, technically and creatively, as well consisting of full sites, micro sites, banners and if possible, some Flash animation. Excellent hands-on skills required in Photoshop and Illustrator. Candidate will be required to work independently, as well as in a team oriented environment. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Senior Lead Writer (4307) - Ottawa For High Tech Telecommunications Industry Description: Senior Lead Writer with high-end scripting and multimedia storyboard experience required for high tech company in the Ottawa region. This is a short term contract opportunity. To be considered you must have superior writing and editing skills, eg. white papers, presentations, online content and significant technical knowledge in the telecom industry. You should have exceptional writing expertise, including the ability to write in a range of voices and styles for varied projects with diverse audiences. A strong marketing and /or technology based background would be a definite asset. You must be proficient in PowerPoint and Word and have a University/College degree in English, Journalism or Communications. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Director of Interactive (4139) – Nova Scotia Leading east coast agency growing! Description: One of Atlantic Canada's tier one agencies is adding a full-time Director of Interactive to their team in Nova Scotia. This individual will drive growth of the agency's interactive business by leading strategy development and related business development with existing and potential clients. Key to this role will be development of strategies to identify/evaluate trends that will help guide decision making regarding online brand building solutions. In conjunction with the client servicing team, the Director of Interactive will be required to sell ideas through to the client, possess a willingness to challenge conventional thinking and to push boundaries by demanding the right solution for the client. The Director of Interactive will lead this effort while providing leadership, management and supervision in the delivery of our core web-based offerings. Previous experience with leading integrated advertising agencies preferred. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Intermediate Flash Developer (4303) - Toronto Appealing Agency Seeks Description: Our client, a downtown advertising agency, is seeking an Intermediate Flash Developer for a short term onsite freelance project. As a Flash Developer for this project, you must be proficient in coding AS2, CSS, HTML, PHP, mySQL and have abilities in Flash tweening. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Account Supervisor CPG (4311) - Toronto Tier One Marketing Agency Seeks Exceptional CPG Brand Activator Description: This is a full-time opportunity for a candidate with solid Consumer Packaged Goods experience. Minimum 5+ years in marketing, ideally with some previous agency and client experience. Experience with employee management capabilities (at least 2 direct reports) is an asset. You must be highly driven and hands-on with proven brand strategy and problem solving skills. We’re looking for a creative thinker with strong knowledge of promotional marketing including contest management, sampling, in-store POS, mass and retail. As the Account Supervisor CPG, you will lead internal ideation and strategic planning sessions. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Bilingual Proofreader (4328) - Toronto Description: Our client, a company in the financial services sector, is looking for a bilingual proofreader to join their team on an ongoing freelance basis. You will proofread quarterly reports in English and French and must have annual/quarterly report experience in order to be considered for this role. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Records and Web Content Administrator (4332) - Toronto Description: Our client is seeking a candidate with a specialization in Records and Web Content Administration to work downtown on a long term freelance assignment. The successful candidate will provide vision and planning on how taxonomy should be integrated/architected to provide the best fit in aligning IT solutions and business strategies with the objective of meeting corporate business plans. Understand, manage, develop and implement taxonomy strategies that will have a direct impact on user experience and business model. Qualifications: You must have strong knowledge in web application testing, taxonomy, metadata and controlled vocabularies. Candidates will be considered who have full proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office including Access, strong written and communication skills, knowledge of best practices in web design and the ability to communicate concepts clearly. Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Senior Account Executive CPG (4335) - Toronto Exceptional Opportunity in Mississauga Description: The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years marketing agency experience in CPG and some knowledge of Retail. Strong project management skills including timeline mgt., financial responsibilities, and managing multiple projects and clients is essential. You will have a strong knowledge of promo, direct, in-store, contest mgt., sampling, merchandising and website development. You must be a creative thinker and problem solver who is able to meet tight deadlines. This is a full-time opportunity. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a passion for driving business and delivering results. They will thrive under pressure and be proactive in their thinking. They will look for opportunities to improve processes and workflow. They will be someone who can inspire the team to think differently and has the ability to affect change. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Senior Editor (4342) - Toronto Opportunity to make a difference! Description: If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, Creative Niche Inc. has a rare job opportunity for you in the full-time position of Senior Editor. This is your chance to use your journalism skills in a professional, creative and faith-based environment dedicated to making the world a better place. You will manage freelancers, delegate and assign additional editing and proofreading. The ideal candidate will have the ability finesse a first draft into beautiful final copy and have an eye for editorial photography. Occasional travel is required. Qualifications: The magazine has a unique mandate, and its mission is to give a voice to the voiceless. Editors must have demonstrated success meeting the editorial vision of major publications, and have social justice experience of some significance, ideally in a communications capacity. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Copywriter (4345) - Toronto Calling all intermediate Copywriters with a specialty in Direct Mail! Description: We are seeking a copywriter with a focus in Direct Mail for our top-tier client in downtown Toronto. This freelance opportunity will last until late June. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years agency experience, have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, and be comfortable with receiving criticism from clients. Please apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Production Artist Concrete Design Communications Inc. We have an opening for an experienced Production Artist. You should be highly proficient with the latest versions of InDesign, QuarkXpress, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat and Flash. You must be fast and accurate, have a good sense of design, and pay close attention to detail. A solid knowledge of typesetting, pre-press, preflighting and the print production process is essential. This position is primarily a technical position with layout/design work involved. It will require teamwork and efficiency in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. Please send your C.V. to: jobs@concrete.ca -------------------------------------------------------------- Interactive Senior Art Director/Creative Director (4047) - Montreal Montreal’s leading interactive communications agency located in the heart of the city is growing and seeks an Interactive Senior Art Director/Creative Director. Candidates must have a minimum of 5+ years of web interface design and usability experience, with an emphasis on user centric design. The role will be pivotal in building the team, will be responsible for working closely with internal and external Clients and will have some responsibility for sister studios in Montreal and Toronto. Experience working in a ‘hands on’ capacity and a portfolio of Tier One projects available for review is required. A comfort level speaking at a conversational level in both English and French is mandatory. Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Director of Interactive (4139) – East Coast Atlantic Canada's leading agency is adding a Director of Interactive to their team. This role will be responsible for driving the growth of the agency's interactive business by leading strategy, related business development with existing and potential clients and identifying and evaluating online trends. The Director of Interactive will be responsible for selling online concepts through to the Client, possess a willingness to challenge conventional thinking and ability to push boundaries by always demanding the right interactive Client solutions. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of interactive agency management experience, strategic leadership and relevant industry involvement, in addition to confirmed business development experience. Strong marketing and understanding of web technologies (SEO, SEM, etc.), and processes are essential. Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Web Graphic Designer (4241) - Ottawa A leading web communication firm, located in Ottawa, seeks an intermediate-to-senior Web Designer. Ideal candidates will have a minimum 2+ years’ agency experience, solid knowledge of web-based technology (HTML, CSS, etc.) and experience with interface design for Tier One accounts. A strong portfolio demonstrating design capabilities with finished, as well as conceptual work that indicates the ability to ‘think outside the box’ is a must. You are comfortable working independently, with minimal direction or in a team, with coders, developers and colleagues. The ideal candidate will also possess good analytical and organizational skills, strong written, verbal and presentation skills. A strong understanding of Marketing Communications and a ‘client service’ mind-frame are essential. Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Digital Strategist/Developer (4203) - Toronto Downtown marketing firm seeking a digital strategist and developer with 10 years experience developing online programs. You must have minimum of 3 years of developing digital strategies and using hands on. Experience working with account and creative groups -work on projects from start to finish -end-to-end hands-on production knowledge including optimize and test digital projects -strategic thinking, tracking and budgeting -Websites: solid understanding of web functionality, architecture, user interfaces, and navigation -(HTML/DHTML/XML/CSS/JavaScript) -HTML emails: create and code HTML emails, test, execute campaigns, manage lists and providing reporting -Flash Programming: Flash, ActionScript, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Flash Developer with Print Production (AAP2) - Toronto Midtown advertising agency seeks intermediate level Flash Developer with hands on print production knowledge to work on interactive (banners) and print projects. Must have experience in a design studio and the ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines. A minimum of 3 years experience using Flash, ActionScripting and CS2 is a must. Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Interactive Development Manager (4246) - Montreal A leading edge global communications and advertising company is currently seeking an experienced Interactive and Development Manger to head its online nightlife magazine. Your key roles would include developing & launching new websites aimed at target markets to increase the websites traffic and build trend setting marketing and communication tools. Mandatory requirements: Bachelor's Degree in marketing or communications, 3 to 5 years experience in Interactive Marketing, experience in managing a team of 3 to 5 people, capable of developing various marketing and communication tools such as B2C and B2B, and be a technical master in statistical monitoring and performance. Bilingualism would be an asset. Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- VP Client Service/Account Director (4247) - Yellowknife Our Client, the largest Advertising Agency in the NWT, seeks a VP Client Service/Account Director. The ideal person requires a background in a mid-to-senior-level marketing or Agency Account Management role. Advanced communications skills, analytical thinking, and interpersonal dynamics are musts, as is the capacity inspire, mentor and build strong teams. A clear understanding of today's marketing-communications industry, technology trends and entrepreneurialism are essential. If a change of scenery sounds ideal and you have at least a decade of integrated marketing-communication experience and are up for a new professional challenge, we'd like to hear from you! Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Marketing Communications Program Manager (4218) - Ottawa The primary role of the Marketing Communications Program Manager is to be the trusted partner of internal clients and to collaborate with them to develop and deliver on their communications plans. Deliverables include the co-creation of content (online and offline), collateral and multimedia. The deliverables should communicate marketing messages in a clear, consistent and compelling manner. They should also follow best practices and brand requirements and, as appropriate, be coordinated across the Business Groups and the Solutions/CMO Marketing Programs. A key contribution of the Marketing Communications Program Manager is the delivery of quarterly launch documents. You must have knowledge of third-party B2B Marketing Communications of channels, corporate editorial and branding standards. You must have excellent English writing and communications skills. Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Senior Packaging Designer (4215) - Toronto Tier 1 Branding Packaging Firm seeks intermediate to enior Designer to work on CPG National Brands. Food packaging experience is imperative for this role. This position is highly conceptual and requires strong technical abilities in Illustrator and Photoshop. Bring your enthusiasm and your exceptional time management skills to this wonderful collaborative, deadline-driven environment. Annual salary is $60K+benefits permanent position, working in a hip downtown studio. Please provide 5-10 samples of your food packaging designs in PDF format, 3MB or less to be given immediate consideration. Resume required. Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Web Designer (AAP1) - Toronto Key Competencies: Strong design and conceptual abilities Implementation of wireframes into compelling web page designs Photoshop, Illustrator and Flash Creative self-starter with an ability to work independently Ability to multi task under tight deadlines Ability to think quickly and improvise when necessary Experience: Must have 3-5 years experience in website design Must present an online portfolio of design work from previous places of employment or personal projects that show a keen eye and good understanding of design principles (including websites, banners, contests, etc.) ActionScripting skills are an asset; HTML/CSS front-end development nice to have. Knowledge of W3C standards. Education: Post-secondary education or equivalent years work experience, in Graphic Design/New Media/Web design from a recognized educational institution Apply for this position through our Online Registration System -------------------------------------------------------------- Industrial Designer Full Time Minimum 5 years experience Salary 55 to 70K Location GTA Adpeople Inc., Canada’s leading staffing agency in the fields of advertising, communications, design & production, is seeking a talented industrial designer. The successful applicant will have: • proficient, hands-on knowledge of: CAD, Solid Works & Mastercam & secondarily experienced with Form Z, Inventor 3D (or 3DMAX), Type 3 program for CNC Tool Pathing • work collaboratively with associates in sales, marketing, design, production & plant • excellent written & oral communication skills • graphics programs • additional 3D modeling programs • free hand drawing, rendering Apply to leslie@api-adpeople.com We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. -------------------------------------------------------------- Multi Media: (miscellaneous freelance) - Seasoned Flash and PowerPoint experts - Experience in major presentation work essential - Experience in the advertising agency environment - Ability to work on–site under pressure - PC an asset - Reply in confidence to diane@api-adpeople.com - Please note that only those being considered will be contacted -------------------------------------------------------------- Bilingual Proof Reader (on-going freelance) - Proven background gained in an advertising agency environment - Experience in packaging and/ or consumer packaged goods - Reply in confidence to diane@api-adpeople.com - Please note that only those being considered will be contacted -------------------------------------------------------------- French Copy Writer/ Translator (on-going freelance) - The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 4 years experience - Advertising agency environment - Proven experience in Consumer packaged goods and/ or Retail - Translation English to French - Ability to work under pressure - Excellent work ethic - Reply in confidence to diane@api-adpeople.com. - Please note that only those being considered will be contacted -------------------------------------------------------------- Senior Package Designer: (on-going on-site freelance) - The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience - Must have worked at a high end packaging design firm - Show a portfolio that reflects original concept through to execution. - Reply in confidence to diane@api-adpeople.com. - Please note that only those being considered will be contacted -------------------------------------------------------------- Interactive Art Director/Designer We’re looking for big foot. Well, big feet to be more accurate. Our multi-talented Interactive Art Director/Designer/WebGuru is immigrating and we need someone to fill a rather large pair of shoes. So, quid pro quo, now we’re looking for an even more experienced person [with metaphorically gigantic feet] to manage the fastest growing department in our creative agency. In the words of HR, “Expectations will include leading a cross-functional design team in the conception, design and execution of visual materials for integrated, cross-channel initiatives. Additional duties will be the successful representation of our clients’ brands in the online sphere; including sophisticated website design, user-interface and interactive campaigns.” So yes, proven online track record, together with expertise in Flash, Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, is an absolute must. As is a portfolio demonstrating your penchant for tasteful conceptual work. Please forward your resume and digital portfolio to dawn@colour.ca. We thank everyone who is interested but only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. -------------------------------------------------------------- Design Team Leader Ariad Custom Communications has an opening right now for a Design Team Leader. This intermediate position is ideal for someone who is looking to make their next move and to find a vibrant, growing place to make it happen. You’ll have the chance to do great design work as well as contribute to ideation and creative strategy sessions with account teams and to inspire and coach your own small team of designers in online and print media. Ideally we’re looking for a designer with a track record in both Web/Flash development and print design. We would prefer that you have experience working with HTML, CSS, Flash, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop CS3. Experience guiding a design team in everything from concept generation to design and layout to workflow is a definite asset! But it’s a creative mind and a bottomless pit of enthusiasm that will make you a success in this job. As a team leader, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute ideas and create design for your team’s portfolio supporting some of Canada’s best-known brands. You must have a knack for new ideas, and an ability to think outside the box/screen/file and a keen eye for detail to support Ariad’s stellar reputation for quality and accuracy. Did we mention that Ariad is a great place to work? Our new, modern, open space is a friendly atmosphere where we work hard and have fun. Yes, we have all the latest hardware and software toys. And our location in the heart of the entertainment district connects you easily to any part of the city. Our salary and benefit packages are competitive with the best. Sound good to you? Tell us why it’s worth a meeting and send us something intriguing (a resume, a PDF of recent samples, or a link to your portfolio site is a good start). Contact: Teresa Baldesarra aka tbaldesarra@ariad.ca -------------------------------------------------------------- Designer Ariad Custom Communications has an immediate opening for a Designer. This position is ideal for someone who is looking to make their next move and the right place to make it happen. You'll have the chance to do great design work along side a team of designers in online and print media. Ideally we’re looking for a designer with a proven track record in Web development and print-based media. We would prefer that you have experience under your belt working with HTML, CSS, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop CS3. You must have a knack for new ideas and thinking outside the box and a keen eye for detail. As a Designer you’ll have the opportunity to contribute ideas and create design for your team’s portfolio supporting some of Canada’s best-known brands. You must have a knack for new ideas, and an ability to think outside the box/screen/file and a keen eye for detail to support Ariad’s stellar reputation for quality and accuracy. Did we mention that Ariad is a great place to work? Our new, modern, open space is a friendly atmosphere where we work hard and have fun. Yes, we have all the latest hardware and software toys. And our location in the heart of the entertainment district connects you easily to any part of the city. Our salary and benefit packages are competitive with the best. Sound good to you? Tell us why it’s worth a meeting and send us something intriguing (a resume, a PDF of recent samples, or a link to your portfolio site is a good start). Contact: Teresa Baldesarra aka tbaldesarra@ariad.ca -------------------------------------------------------------- GRAPHIC DESIGNER REQUIRED Join our energetic, proficient, and talented design team. We are looking for candidates with a diploma in graphic design and a minimum of two years design experience. Attention to detail, creative flair, multi-tasking, and problem solving are required skills. Experience with PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign and colour correction preferred. Patient News Publishing offers an award-winning working environment and a positive, fun, and empowering team atmosphere. If you can work efficiently with a smile and a sense of humour, send your resume to scarlin@patientnews.com – subject line Graphic Designer. Only qualified applicants will be contacted. This is a full-time in-house position in our Haliburton, Ontario office. -------------------------------------------------------------- Job Title: Intermediate/Senior Graphic Designer Reports to: Design Director/Creative Director Status: Full Time, Permanent Location: Vancouver, BC Cause+Affect is a multidisciplinary brand focused design studio with offices in Gastown, Vancouver. We are looking for an intermediate/senior graphic designers to play major roles in upcoming projects. Candidates must have at least 3 years experience working in brand focused environments. Please send CV and a small portfolio of your work to employment@causeandaffect.com. Applicants without portfolios will not be considered. We would like to thank everyone in advance for your applications but unfortunately we are not going to be able to contact everyone personally. Only those who are being considered for the position will be contacted. -------------------------------------------------------------- Multimedia Designer Wiley is an established Global Publisher having marked our 40th anniversary in Canada and over 200 years in the U.S. We currently have an opening in our Toronto office for a Multimedia Designer. You will be designing interactive web sites, tutorials, videos, web banners, etc. On the print side, you will be designing marketing materials including ads, brochures, posters, etc. You will also get a chance to work on book interiors and covers. You will have knowledge and experience using Flash, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign and/or QuarkXPress, etc. Please submit pdf resumes and portfolios and/or web links to ikoo@wiley.com -------------------------------------------------------------- Graphic Designer and Interactive Designer KELLETT is a full-service marketing agency with a diverse group of clients North of 60°. We are on the hunt for a Graphic Designer and an Interactive Designer to complement our young and energetic team. We believe in integrated campaigns and not one-off projects so if you share our passion for ideas, we want to hear from you. Applicants must work well in a collaborative and bustling atmosphere, and of course, be willing to relocate to this cool little city. Please forward a detailed resume and portfolio to William Kellett or contact us to find out more about these unique opportunities. T (867) 669-9344 | E wkellett@kellett.nt.ca | Yellowknife, Northwest Territories |KELLETT.NT.CA -------------------------------------------------------------- Art Director Xtra, Canada’s gay and lesbian media group, needs an Art Director with an intelligent, thought-provoking approach to editorial design. You will also work in advertising, marketing and web publishing. Are you a strong leader? Execute ideas and projects independently? Equally comfortable taking direction and being team player? Exceptionally detail and deadline oriented? Proven project management skills to develop and manage large projects from concept through completion? Superior strategic planning abilities and can think effectively and creatively under pressure? Check out full description in the “Jobs” section at www.xtra.ca. (Full-time salaried position in our Toronto office.) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To post your career ads, please contact Charlotte Beckett at 416.510.0909 ext. 30 charlotte@appliedartsmag.com |
 |
