DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

SvN Architects

• Planners is looking for a proposal specialist / graphic designer for our Vancouver Studio. In this role, you will work within the Business Development and Marketing team, closely collaborating with the brand manager and studio leadership to creatively develop visually innovative design concepts that support proposal, award and speaking submissions; internal and external communications; conceptual pitch packages for branded assets, prospectus and decks; special projects; swag and gifts; and public relations and social media initiatives.

This role requires an organized and strategic creative designer who is eager to bring a confident and fresh perspective to our team. You must be proactive, detail-oriented, agile, results-focused, passionate about great quality work, and highly collaborative. In addition, you must bring versatility and a broad knowledge of design principles and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or similar in graphic design, fine arts, or journalism
• 3+ years of experience as a graphic designer
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong portfolio showcasing design projects across various digital platforms
• An understanding of design requirements for disability legislation compliance for both Ontario (AODA) and British Columbia (Accessible British Columbia Act) will be considered an asset
• Familiarity with video editing and animation is considered an asset
• Well-versed in design standards and document management processes across all print and digital materials
• Strategic mindset with the ability to solve complex design challenges
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Expertise in the coordination of printing and distribution of materials
• Expertise in web content maintenance using WordPress
• Creative asset organization and management
• Exceptional time management
• Strong conceptual and detail-oriented design skills, with the ability to take a project from concept to completion with minimal supervision.

The salary range for this role is $60,000 - 65,000 or commensurate based on experience.

WHY CHOOSE SVN?

SvN is one of Canada's premier integrated design firms with a 180+ multidisciplinary team of architects, planners, urban designers and landscape architects engaged with the dynamic social, economic and environmental forces that define and govern where we live and work. We provide solutions focused on the urgent transition of the built environment into an equitable and low carbon world.

We are committed to engaging with projects that put people, the planet and local economies at the forefront of design. We believe the multiple crises we face today are fundamentally design challenges. We are unique in providing design-intensive services and believe that ideas and expertise together with optimism and generosity can help make a better world.

Since our original inception over 40 years ago, we continue to shape the built environment in regions, cities, and towns across Canada and worldwide. With offices in Toronto, Vancouver and Mexico City (known as SvNMX, we've revitalized industrial waterfronts, developed many new forms of affordable housing, designed resilient neighbourhoods, and promoted rural and urban economic development.

SvN offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Full Health and Dental benefits, including a $1000 Health and Wellness Spending Account;
• Parental Leave top-up of 75% for 13 weeks*
• A generous Professional Development Allowance of $1500, as well as covering licensing fees;
• A Group Retirement Savings Plan with a matching component;
• A generous amount of vacation, sick and personal time, as well as a studio-wide closure over the holidays in December;
• An incentive compensation Bonus Program;
• Flexible work hours; and
• Engaging and fun social events, with opportunities to participate throughout the year including ski days, holiday parties, weekly forums, design work shops and more!

*after 6 months of service

How Do I Apply?

Candidates may apply through our HR platform on our Careers Page.

Please attach or send a link for a portfolio of your work. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to present your portfolio.

As an employer committed to employment equity, SvN encourages applications from members of equity-seeking communities, including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. We encourage members of equity-seeking groups to self-identify within the cover letter in their application.

If you require any form of accommodation during the application process, please let us know how we can assist.