Graphic Designer

Our teams cover the gamut for our clients – strategy, brand, creative, social, digital, web, UI/UX, CX and more. We’re privately owned, and we’ve been around for 21 years, with a history that goes back to 1980. We have team members, clients and partners of all shapes and sizes, and we’re proud of it – and we’re looking to add to our award-winning team. We work hybrid from our HQ in Vaughan, Ontario, and we work collaboratively to tell stories. We thrive on pushing limits we have the personalities, creativity, thoughtfulness and energy needed to separate our clients from the flock.

THIS IS THE ROLE YOU’LL HAVE The Skylar Creative Team is seeking a Graphic Designer who can bring thoughtful, high-quality creative to life across a range of brand and marketing initiatives. In this role, you’ll translate ideas and business objectives into compelling visual solutions—delivering work that is on brand, on brief, and on deadline in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You’ll be responsible for producing a wide variety of design deliverables across print and digital channels, with a strong focus on craft, consistency, and attention to detail. This role requires someone who is confident presenting ideas, open to feedback, and skilled at collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders. A strong foundation in design fundamentals, visual storytelling, and marketing principles, paired with the ability to balance creativity and efficiency, is essential.

THIS IS WHAT YOU WOULD BE DOING Participate in planning and kickoff meetings to understand project goals, objectives, and success criteria

Review and interpret creative briefs, translating marketing strategies and business objectives into effective visual solutions

Collaborate with the creative team to brainstorm, concept, and develop strong, integrated design ideas

Design clear, compelling visual communications across brands and sub-brands, ensuring consistency and integrity across all touchpoints

Present creative concepts internally and, when required, to clients to help guide strategic direction and creative decision-making

Support account managers and project teams by bringing concepts to life and delivering on day-to-day design needs

Contribute original ideas and actively encourage collaborative creative thinking within the team

Design a wide range of assets including brand identity, advertising, POS, digital, and campaign materials under the guidance of the Creative Lead

Conceptualize, design, and produce content for social media platforms, including static posts, carousels, short-form video, motion graphics, and quick-turn assets

Contribute to UX design for digital experiences such as websites, landing pages, and campaign microsites—considering user journeys, information architecture, and usability in collaboration with the team

Leverage AI-powered tools to support ideation, concept exploration, asset creation, and production efficiencies—while applying strong design judgment and attention to craft

Partner closely with copywriters on brand development, storytelling, and campaign concepts

Support the creative development of digital campaigns across consumer touchpoints, including (but not limited to) display ads, email campaigns, landing pages, and websites

Produce and support video and animation content, from concept through execution

Manage competing priorities, multi-task effectively, and consistently deliver high-quality work that is on time and on strategy

YOU’RE THE RIGHT PERSON IF YOU HAVE THESE QUALIFICATIONS 4+ years of design experience in an agency environment

Thorough knowledge and demonstrated ability in computerized design and knowledge of related software, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premier Pro, After Effects, PowerPoint, Figma

Experience across multiple marketing mediums including digital, video, TV, print, OOH, etc.

Photography experience is a plus

Strong and versatile creative portfolio

University degree or college diploma in creative, communications and/or advertising design or related field (not mandatory)

YOU’RE THE RIGHT PERSON IF YOU HAVE THESE QUALITIES Ability to maintain the highest standards to deliver quality results under high-pressure deadlines

Knowledge and interest in current industry trends, including digital and social media

Always strive to improve and encourage others to be at their best

Have an upbeat and positive attitude

Pay meticulous attention to details

Excellent organizational, problem-solving and interpersonal skills

Effective and precise communication skills, both written and oral

Self-starter with the ability to work independently and/or as part of a team

THIS IS WHAT YOU’LL GET Be part of a growing agency with a passion for innovation and creativity.

Health and dental benefits, life insurance

Group RRSP savings plan

Hybrid schedule (currently 3 days in-office and 2 days WFH per week)

Continuing education opportunities

Opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic, supportive team.

A collaborative, fun, and inclusive work culture.

A great work experience with an amazing team

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