Graphic Designer

Job summary

Design and update packaging, product specifications, instructional manuals, photography, video, and marketing materials across Dorel Juvenile brands and platforms. Maintain product content and trackers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver projects on schedule while following brand guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Job details

The Graphic Designer will collaborate with internal teams and external partners on a wide range of projects across Dorel Juvenile brands, including Safety 1st, Maxi-Cosi, Tiny Love, Cosco Kids, and Little Seeds. This is a full-time, 12–14 month maternity-leave coverage position. Candidates must reside in the Mississauga area and be available to work onsite as needed. This position does not support immigration sponsorship. Key Responsibilities Work closely with Product Development, Brand Marketing and internal/external staff to: Design and develop packaging from scratch, as well as execute edits on existing EU and US packaging, ensuring compliance with brand guidelines and regulatory requirements. Create and revise product fashion specifications in collaboration with the product development team. Develop instructional manuals by adapting existing files from other markets or create new manuals for Canadian-specific products Produce high-quality photography and A+ content, including video, to enhance product presentation on various online platforms. Design marketing materials such as point-of-purchase (POP) displays, brochures, display concepts, social media content, web banner sizing and versioning, and product launch packages. Maintain Dropbox with up-to-date product content and manage a content tracker for sales and marketing purposes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, and product development to understand project requirements and deliver effective design solutions. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve design quality and effectiveness. Work with team to achieve key delivery dates Ensure alignment with cross functional teams Education, Experience and Skills Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design/Commercial Art or equivalent experience 3+ years of related experience High level of creativity, passion and integrity Keen understanding of the basic principles of branding Experience designing e-commerce advertising Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Highly proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, XD, InDesign, Acrobat, Word, Excel Strong presentation skills Organized and able to multi-task in a high-volume, ever-changing environment Ability to interpret branding assets and apply across multiple platforms, such as: packaging, environmental & digital Solid understanding of branding systems and style guides and toolkits Provide clear communication and ensure approval process protocols are adhered to Experience creating innovative design solutions for retail merchandising displays, ecommerce and digital platforms a plus Working well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

What you’ll do

Design and update packaging, product specifications, instructional manuals, photography, video, and marketing materials across Dorel Juvenile brands and platforms. Maintain product content and trackers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver projects on schedule while following brand guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or Commercial Art, or equivalent experience, and at least three years of related experience are required. Candidates should be proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, XD, InDesign, and Acrobat, with strong branding, communication, presentation, organization, and multitasking skills.

Listed skills

• Graphic Design · Preferred
• Adobe Illustrator · Preferred
• Adobe Photoshop · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Graphic Design
• Packaging Design
• Branding
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe XD
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Acrobat
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• E-Commerce Advertising
• Product Photography
• Video Content Creation
• Marketing Materials Design
• Regulatory Compliance
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Job areas

• Art & Design
• Creative & Media
• Marketing
• Manufacturing