Overview

Certo Creative is a boutique studio with big impact. We share a love for design and people which drives everything
we do. Our approach is responsive, thoughtful and detail-oriented. Our work spans branding, communications
and advertising, in both print and digital mediums.
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As an Intermediate Designer, your focus is on independent execution and consistency. You are expected to
manage projects with minimal oversight, make design decisions within brand parameters and proactively manage
your timelines and workflow. You should be comfortable presenting work, both internally and in client meetings.

Expectations

Concept Creation—30%

• Conceptualize and strategize to develop unique solutions that deliver against a client brief
• Interpret and adhere to corporate brand guidelines
• Ensure creative output is brand-appropriate and on target, soliciting feedback as necessary

Art Production—50%

• Revise content based on creative direction and client feedback
• Implement approved creative across print and/or digital channels
• Prepare and finalize creative as needed for distribution

Project Communication—15%

• Review project specifications and asset requirements, ensuring we have everything needed for successful
  completion of a project
• Regularly communicate project status, risk and progress to the team
• Soundly articulate creative rationale to the team and clients

Internal Design—5%

• Support internal marketing initiatives
• Prepare for pitches and presentations as needed

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma from a post-secondary program in Graphic Design
• 3–5 years of experience in the field of design
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud; specifically Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator and After Effects
• Competency in both print and digital execution
• Strong grasp of typography and design principles
• Basic HTML coding is an asset

Soft Skill Requirements

• Excellent written and presentation skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Creative capacity to generate ideas that align with a project brief
• Good judgment and professionalism when dealing with clients and team members
• Strong leadership, decision-making and critical thinking skills
• The ability to work with minimal supervision, demonstrate initiative and effectively manage priorities
• Tolerate job-related stress, particularly in regard to deadlines and feedback
• Commitment to the successful completion of work
• A positive attitude and genuine interest in the success of our clients and the culture of our agency