UNDERSTANDING - ACCEPTANCE - INCLUSION

About Autism Nova Scotia

Autism Nova Scotia is a national leader in providing social, educational, and employment supports for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), their families, caregivers, and professionals. Our vision is a society where people with ASD can live their lives to the fullest. This vision informs our day-to-day operations and provides a philosophy that revolves around person-focused supports, strength-based approaches, and community-oriented learning opportunities.

Autism Nova Scotia delivers programming in Halifax and in nine communities across Nova Scotia through our Regional Autism Centres. Our three program divisions are: Social & Community Inclusion; Employment Support; and Family and Caregiver Support.

POSITION TITLE: BRANDING & GRAPHIC DESIGN SPECIALIST

POSITION DETAILS: FULL TIME 1 YEAR TERM

POSITION LOCATION: HALIFAX

POSITION START DATE: 11/4/2024

Overview :

The Branding & Graphic Design Specialist is responsible for supporting Autism Nova Scotia's brand and visual presence through creative design, branding, and marketing. This role reports to the Branding & Communications Manager.

Objectives:

Create Autism Nova Scotia's marketing and communications materials including brochures, logos, posters, reports, social media and website graphics, large- and small-scale signage, and advertisements

Support Autism Nova Scotia's reputation and image for consistency across external channels, including social media, website and marketing collateral

Develop all promotional material required for fundraising events, including slideshows, signage and print and digital pieces

Provide creative and design expertise to lead creative direction on projects and assignments required by the organization and prioritized by Branding & Communications Manager

Oversee branding guidelines and brand identity

Responsibilities:

Maintain Autism Nova Scotia's website graphics and visual content

Assess, prioritize, and fulfil creative briefs and design assignment requests

Provide high quality files (print or digital ready) to appropriate vendors/team members while maintaining project timelines and edits

Monitor and update internal design requests

Communicate with staff members to ensure deadlines are met

Assist with photo and/or video editing as needed

Qualifications:

Three to five years of experience in design and marketing, demonstrating proficiency in graphic design, with a track record of leadership in creative design initiatives.

Diploma or degree from a recognized graphic design/visual arts program.

Proficient in industry design software including Adobe Creative Suite, Cloud Applications (e.g. MailChimp) and Website Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress).

Strong understanding of identity branding, with a passion for enhancing brand engagement.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Detail-oriented with a proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a busy environment.

Design leadership skills with ability to work independently and make executive design decisions.

Extensive knowledge of layout and print production processes.

Employment Requirement

A clear criminal record check including the vulnerable sector check.

A Clear, current Child Abuse Registry Check.

What to expect at Autism Nova Scotia...

You'll celebrate the uniqueness of all individuals.

Diversity is a fundamental part of our core values; we create every opportunity to become more inclusive. We encourage applications from qualified candidates from all diverse communities including, but not limited to, aboriginal persons, racially visible persons, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ and women in non-traditional roles.

You'll make a difference.

You'll be surrounded by passionate and committed individuals who work together to improve quality of life through our services

You'll find a place to grow and develop.

We support professional development through training courses and support to help our professionals working with autistic people gain the knowledge they need to succeed and thrive. With a lot of opportunity for professional development and collaborative projects, you'll continue to grow and learn throughout your career.

Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted and expected to provide at least three recent, relevant references. The successful candidate maybe required to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements where applicable.

Please Note: We encourage and consider applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or those of other minority groups. Members of designated groups are encouraged to self-identify.