[Remote] Junior Graphic Designer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hootsuite is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to support the creation of design and production solutions across various media. This role involves collaborating with the Brand team on creative projects, contributing to brand campaigns, and gaining experience throughout the design process.

Responsibilities

  • Support the creation of design assets for social, email, web, digital paid ads and print-based projects with defined objectives and strategies
  • Ensure designs are on brand and aligned with our brand purpose
  • Collaborate with team members on creative projects and contribute to meeting project timelines
  • Assist with the design process from concept through to final production, receiving feedback and direction from senior designers
  • Contribute ideas during brainstorming sessions and support the execution of creative campaigns across channels
  • Share design work with team members and incorporate feedback during project reviews
  • Help prepare and finalize design files for production and delivery
  • Maintain attention to detail while managing multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Work collaboratively with the design team and independently on assigned tasks as needed
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Interaction Design
  • 1-3 years of experience as a graphic designer, or relevant internship experience, with a portfolio showcasing social media, web, mobile and print projects
  • Design presentation decks and visual storytelling materials to support internal and external presentations
  • Fully proficient in MacOS
  • Proficiency using Adobe CC with a focus on InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
  • Experience creating designs that work across desktop and mobile formats
  • Proficiency using Figma
  • Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and CMS
  • Working knowledge of UX/UI strategies and processes
  • Up-to-date with the latest design trends, techniques and technologies
  • Creativity and Innovation: seeks new and better ways of doing things, generates original and imaginative ideas, products, or solutions
  • Collaboration and Teamwork: works with others to deliver results, meaningfully contributing to the team and prioritizing group needs over individual needs
  • Open Communication: clearly conveys thoughts, both written and verbal, listening attentively and asking questions for clarification and understanding
  • Certificate or courses in UX/UI Design
  • Experience or familiarity with tools like Unbounce and landing page design is an asset
  • Interest in learning about performance metrics for brand and content
  • Exposure to B2B marketing or SaaS environments is an asset

Company Overview

  • Hootsuite is a platform for managing social media presence and analyzing audience engagement. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://hootsuite.com.

 

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