WHO ARE WE?
Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that's something we're truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.
Job DescriptionWHAT'S THE JOB?
Reporting to the Director, Corporate Communications & Marketing, the Creative Services Specialist is responsible for leading and delivering world-class creative outputs for Dexterra Group. You will work closely with our sales, marketing, communication and proposal teams to provide creative solutions and develop branded assets across Dexterra's diverse business lines and operating brands.
The ideal candidate is a versatile and thoughtful graphic designer, who has a unique blend of strategic brand design skills and hands-on ability to produce high-quality assets that align with our brand guidelines.
The Creative Services Specialist performs some or all of the following duties:
- Develop and refine our visual brand identity, including internal and external logos, colour palettes, typography, and brand guidelines
- Conceptualize and design visual assets for campaigns, social media, presentations, websites, and other marketing collateral
- Create and manage a library of templates for brochures, reports, and presentations
- Follow established brand guidelines to maintain visual consistency across all touchpoints
- Develop and maintain a library of version controlled creative assets.
- Provide leadership and guidance on creative concepts and development of creative project requirements
- Review, maintain and improve resources and creative internal processes
- Develop and articulate brief to freelancers and/or creative agency to ensure quality and effectiveness of deliverables
- Use graphic design and layout best practices to enhance the effectiveness of digital and print content to support marketing and sales enablement
- Create, revise, and develop graphics, collateral, and branded materials for a variety of outlets such as print, video, web, social media and RFPs
- Manage of Dexterra Group's online print shop and promotional items catalogue
- Liaise with external vendors such as printers to ensure production requirements and quality to meet business objectives and deadlines
- Conceptualize, shoot, edit, direct and publish creative videos
- Create design strategies and conduct internal photoshoots to populate photo library as needed
- Ensure templates are consistently updated in line with corporate changes and brand guidelines for accuracy
- Perform other duties as required
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- A passionate and creative B2B graphic designer, who understands the importance of brand strategy (it's not just a logo!) and a strong brief, with demonstrated ability to both conceptualize and execute.
- Post-Secondary education with diploma or degree in graphic design, marketing, or related field
- 3+ years of professional, in-house experience
- Strong competency in the Adobe Creative Suite, specifically, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with extreme attention to details
- Well-developed organizational, time management and decision-making skills
- High level of integrity, accountability, and work ethic
- A basic understanding of UX best practices
- Video editing skills in Premiere Pro and photography are considered assets
- Agency-side experience is considered an asset
- Candidates are asked to submit a portfolio of their work with their resume
Additional Information
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Work That Matters, People Who Care
- A chance to grow with a fast-growing company
- Hybrid work environment (3 days in office)
- Employee resource groups and programs focused on DEI, women in leadership, mentorship, and mental health and wellness.
- Benefits that start on Day 1 of employment, including life insurance, extended health & dental coverage, STD/LTD, and Health Spending Account.
- Total Rewards Program that includes paid personal days, $500 wellness benefit, EAP, and dependent education assistance program
- Retirement benefits with company-matched contributions up to 5% of your eligible earnings
- Competitive compensation package
Working Arrangement: Hybrid
Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.
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