Company Description

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100.

Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections.

We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.

Job Description

This role is based in our Toronto office.

Are you ready to take your creative leadership to the next level? Do you thrive on mentoring talent, crafting exceptional designs, and solving creative challenges? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Graphic Designer to lead and elevate the creative vision behind some of the most exciting live events in North America. In this role, you’ll oversee a talented team of designers and create work that fans will see, share, and remember across iconic brands like FAN EXPO, VidCon, Interior Design Show, Artist Project, One Of A Kind Spring & Christmas Shows, and Art Toronto.

As the Senior Graphic Designer, you’ll be a mentor, a visionary, and a hands-on creative leader. You’ll guide our team of five designers—three full-time graphic designers, one freelancer who works with us full-time, and the new hire in this role. You’ll also collaborate closely with our Project Manager to oversee project workflows, manage deadlines, and provide support to the design team. This role will report directly to the Associate Director, Creative and Brand, while working closely with our Creative Directors and VP of Marketing to ensure all graphic projects meet brand standards and align with our creative vision.

We’re looking for someone who not only understands pop culture but also has experience in the Design and/or Art industries. Ideally, you’ll bring people management experience, a passion for mentoring, and a knack for contributing fresh, innovative ideas to elevate our branding and marketing campaigns year over year.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Mentor: Guide and support a team of five designers, including three full-time designers, one full-time freelancer, and one new hire. Provide constructive feedback, creative direction, and professional development opportunities to help the team thrive.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with the Project Manager to oversee project workflows, manage deadlines, and ensure the team is supported. Act as a key liaison between the design team, Creative Directors, VP of Marketing, and Associate Director, Creative and Brand to communicate direction and ensure alignment with brand standards.
• Drive Creative Excellence: Conceptualize and execute innovative campaign ideas from concept to delivery, ensuring they meet and exceed creative brief requirements.
• Streamline Processes: Spearhead process improvements to enhance project efficiency and team collaboration.
• Manage Projects: Oversee the end-to-end creative development of new projects, managing timelines and team workloads to meet strict deadlines.
• Ensure Quality: Provide quality assurance for all creative deliverables across print and digital platforms.
• Oversee Print Production: Manage print production and file preparation for CMYK output, including vendor management as needed.
• Create Motion Graphics: Design motion graphics for digital initiatives, including video content, using advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills.
• Contribute to Branding: Bring fresh design ideas to the table to elevate our branding and marketing campaigns year over year.
• Stay Ahead of Trends: Research and implement current design trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to push creative boundaries and set new visual standards.
• Support Daily Projects: Assist with day-to-day creative projects as required.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Leadership Skills: Proven experience managing and mentoring a team of designers, with the ability to inspire and develop talent.
• Industry Expertise: A strong understanding of pop culture, with experience in the Design and/or Art industries.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere) and expertise in motion graphics for digital and video content.
• Print Production Knowledge: Strong understanding of file preparation for CMYK output and print production processes.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Strategic thinking and the ability to translate complex concepts into compelling marketing assets.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous eye for detail to ensure the highest quality in all deliverables.
• Collaboration and Communication: Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and customer support skills to work effectively with stakeholders and team members.
• Organizational Skills: Strong planning, multi-tasking, and time management abilities to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• A BA or BS degree in Graphic Design, Graphic Arts, or Communication Arts.

• A minimum of 7-8 years of experience in a related graphic design role.

• Demonstrated experience leading a team and mentoring junior designers.

• A passion for the pop culture industry and a deep understanding of how to create designs that resonate with fans.

Additional Information

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at an Informa event – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Comprehensive time off package: 10 vacation days, 8 paid emergency days, 1 paid day to celebrate your birthday and up to 4 paid volunteering days
• Work from almost anywhere for up to 4 weeks per calendar year
• Competitive benefits, including Share Match program
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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