About Kinaxis  

Kinaxis is the global leader in modern supply chain management. We serve supply chains and the people who manage them in service of humanity. Our software is trusted by renowned global brands to provide the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatility and disruption. We combine our patented concurrency technique with a human-centered approach to AI to empower businesses of all sizes to orchestrate their end-to-end supply chain network, from multi-year strategic planning through down-to-the-second execution and last-mile delivery. For more news and information, please visit kinaxis.com or follow us on LinkedIn. 

　　

Associate Visual Designer

　　Job location: This is a remote/hybrid position. You can work from home and be located Toronto or Montreal. If you are located in Ottawa we work in a hybrid environment where you will be expected to go into the office 3 days per week.

　　

About the team

The Associate Visual Designer supports the creative team in creating visual content for a variety of media and projects. The incumbent will execute design concepts while maintaining the visual identity of the Kinaxis brand.

　　The incumbent will work under the guidance and direction of the Senior Manager, Creative and in collaboration with the creative and marketing teams to ensure design work aligns with project goals and timelines

　　

What you will do

Reporting to our Senior Creative Manager you will support a range of tasks, from creating digital display ads to coordinating with integrated marketing campaign deliverables, spanning multiple touchpoints from email banners to event design. Develop a diverse array of design elements, including branding, presentations, decks, website UI, motion graphics, and digital ads, adapting to the specific needs of each situation. Engage in cross-functional design projects across various departments, simplifying complex narratives into compelling design concepts to meet stakeholder needs. Collaborate with team members to contribute creative ideas and bring them to fruition in final design solutions. Advocate for and accurately implement brand guidelines, fostering the evolution of brand identity and visual language to broaden audience reach. Provide conceptual and design ideation support for campaigns and collateral, aiding in the development and delivery of brand assets.

What we are looking for

College diploma or university degree in graphic design, visual design or related or, 1-2 years related graphic/visual design experience A portfolio site with samples of work along with descriptions of what you contributed to the project A clear, concise, and professional communicator with the ability to present information, knowledge, and content with justification Analytical and problem-solving skills; Demonstrates ability to think creatively when faced with challenges

Role Specific Skills and Experience 

The ability to collaborate with multiple clients, stakeholders, and the broader marketing team to ensure ongoing connectivity Conceptual understanding and knowledge design principles, layout, typography and colour theory Proficiency in graphic design software, particularly Adobe Creative Suite

What we have to offer

Challenging Work - We love solving highly complex problems. And as the global leaders in our industry, we never stop innovating—our work is never “done. That’s because across our teams and in all roles, every employee is empowered to bring their best ideas forward and to jump in and solve the problems they’re passionate about. Great People - We take our work seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously! It’s in our DNA to celebrate, laugh, and have fun. We are stronger, together, when we are open, honest, and above all, real. Every person is valued here and plays an important role in our shared success. Global Impact - As a global team spanning continents, boundaries, and cultures, every day we are inspired by the impact our work has on our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world at large. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Diversity, equity and inclusion are more than words to us. They are the guiding principles for building a culture where we celebrate each others’ differences, continuously strive for equality and recognize that inclusion makes us stronger as individuals, a company and a global citizen.  For more information, visit the Kinaxis web site at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com/.

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