Senior Digital Designer

Welcome to Kanvas Studio! We're a Toronto-based creative agency that thrives on developing imaginative and innovative solutions for our partners. This journey often takes us on exciting and unexpected paths, and as a key member of our creative team, you'll be in the driver's seat as we propel our ideas forward.We're not just a team; we're a tight-knit family of designers, developers, strategists, and account managers, all deeply passionate about our craft. Our collaborative spirit energizes our fast-paced work environment, and our unwavering commitment is to our clients' success. Currently, we're on the lookout for a seasoned senior digital designer to not only join our team but also help us reach new creative heights. To apply, please share your PDF portfolio and/or provide a link to your website. We're excited to welcome you aboard our creative journey!What You Bring:As a Senior Designer, you'll be working closely with our Creative Director (or their designate), and expected to bring creative ideas to life across various creative disciplines including web design, product interface design, social artwork, and animation. We're looking for someone who's not only exceptionally creative but also possesses a strategic mindset. You understand that a brand's identity extends through every interaction, and you're eager to explore solutions to challenges. You're a natural problem-solver, a great team player, and an effective communicator. Your ability to blend language and visuals to convey ideas is impressive. Whether it's identifying issues or crafting well-thought-out and visually stunning solutions, you thrive on the creative process.You thrive on zeroing in on exactly what the problem is, and you are equally enthusiastic about arriving at a well thought out, compelling and impeccably designed solution. So take a moment to ask yourself this: Do you love working in a fast paced environment with multiple top tier clients? Have you been looking for an opportunity to explore both strategic and technical skills and be valued for your ideas?Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of creativity in high-end design? Do you thrive in an open and collaborative work environment?If so, Kanvas Studio is the place for you.Visit Us To Learn More: https://www.kanvasstudio.ca/___________Design Discipline RequirementsResponsive Website Design & Interactive User Interface DesignUX/UI Strategy & Creative WireframingOnline Campaign Ad Creative (strategic ideation, storyboards, social)Brand Identities & Visual Story LanguagesDigital Presentation/Pitch DecksSocial Media Content CreationOverall Role & ResponsibilitiesReview, produce, and deliver creative assets ensuring accuracy, attention to detailPresent concept work in creative review or client meetings (when applicable)Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task between projects to deliver against tight deadlinesWorks closely with other team members on functionality and web templates to deliver best in class web designEnsures AODA compliance on all documents and within all web application designsOther design projects as required - print design, video editing, iconography, etcConduct ongoing market and user research Expertise & Skills:Minimum of 4-6 years of professional-level experienceRecommend a minimum 3 years of agency experience 4+ years of experience in web design with a strong knowledge and ability in design and web software, including hand coding HTML/CSSExpert working knowledge in Adobe Creative Cloud and FigmaStrong conceptual and articulate presentation skillsBasic animation skills using After Effects Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and can clearly articulate your design decisionsDetail oriented, resourceful, creative, and strong logical and analytical skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneouslyPassionate about quality, technology, and excellence with a desire to continually improve your skill setExcellent organizational skills and ability to coordinate efforts and output according to project specificationsCollaborate with internal stakeholders and teams to establish a vision for designAbility to communicate with engineers about implementation detailsCoach more junior designers on the team to help level up their skillsBonus Skills:Knowledge of AI systems is considered an asset University or College Degree in Media and DesignExperience in both UX/UI is viewed a valuable resource Perks and Benefits Of Working With Kanvas:The wellness of our employees is at the core of our business, therefore we offer competitive benefits:Competitive compensation packageMainly In-office complimented with flexible working hours and work-from-home options Vacation timeTeam social eventsPaid Christmas shutdownExtended long weekends on statutory holidays - Tank Days (extra days off annually)Work-life balance measuresBirthday day offFree Lunch Friday (yes, we mean every Friday)Choice of equipment How To ApplyIn your application, please include:A link to your LinkedIn profileA link to your portfolio of workA resume and cover letterA summary of how you would be able to make a difference on our teamA Portfolio is required with submission - applicants who do not provide a portfolio will not be considered. 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