Graphic Designer/Communications Specialist

• Design and assist in the creation of corporate marketing material including traditional and digital advertising, collateral and interactive media 
• Support our web design team  
• Work with our Regional and Canadian Marketing team to ensure successful execution of any materials needed to support their strategic direction 
• Contribute during brainstorming sessions to develop creative concepts 
• Adhere to marketing team processes in a high paced creative environment 
• Maintain well organized project files, folders and documentation 
• Develop strong professional relationships, clearly communicating and collaborating with internal clients and stake holders 
• Participate in team activities and presentations as necessary 
• Develop a thorough understanding of Trufla’s services and industry niches 
• Support the communications/social media specialists with ongoing projects including the development of a comprehensive and engaging corporate social media strategy and email marketing campaigns 
• Ensure all products, services, and other offerings conform to brand identity; conduct ongoing brand management for Trufla 
• Make electronic page layouts using publishing software (i.e. Wordpress) and have an understanding of UX/UI design principles/ best practice 
• Create and export JPEGs, PDFs, presentations, video, infographics, Illustrations, and other design elements 

• Certificate or Diploma in Design, Visual Communication Studies or Graphic Design 
• At least 3 years of direct work experience as a Graphic Designer 
• Proficient in the use of the Adobe suite of products and other applicable tools 
• Well versed in the latest graphic design methods, practices, techniques, and associated principles 
• Solid design and conceptual skills 
• Strong knowledge of page layout and photographic requirements 
• Strong knowledge of printing/publishing procedures and standards 
• Effective written and verbal communication skills 
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team 
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback from leaders 
• Effective deadline management and project management skills 
• Able to identify, select, and coordinate vendors for printing needs 
• Strong interpersonal skills required to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders and/or content owners 
• Ability to analyze and interpret user requirements 
• Strong interpretive skills to analyze technical information and create illustrations 
• Ability to develop print specifications 

Required: Please include a link to view your portfolio.