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Designer

Ottawa, ON
Hybrid
Posted Aug 31, 2026
1 position

$50,000–$70,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Apply by: Feb 27, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 3 days per week
Seniority: Entry level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

The Designer will execute digital and creative projects, including web design, brand identity development, and responsive email marketing campaigns. They will collaborate with developers and marketing professionals to create user-friendly, accessible interfaces and maintain cohesive brand guidelines.

Job details

We are currently seeking a Designer to join our team in Ottawa. In this role, you will support web design projects and tasks, email marketing campaigns, and brand design initiatives, contributing to visually compelling and user-friendly experiences. Your work will help businesses establish or strengthen brand identities, enhance marketing efforts, and optimize user engagement across platforms. The ideal candidate is a self-starting, enthusiastic, and driven professional with a solid foundation in design and UX best practices. They should be comfortable working in a collaborative team environment, directly engaging with clients, and confidently presenting creative concepts. This is a hybrid role, requiring in-office work three days per week. The Designer reports to the Design Lead and collaborates closely with designers, developers, and marketing professionals to deliver high-quality creative solutions. Primary responsibilities would include: Digital, Web & Creative Design Manage and execute creative and digital projects across their entire lifecycle from concept to delivery Wireframe, design, and prototype UI components, landing pages, and full websites, from low-fidelity sketches through to high-fidelity, developer-ready deliverables Develop brand identities and creative concepts through research and exploration, including logo concepts, colour palettes, typography systems, moodboards, and stylescapes Apply user experience best practices throughout the design process, ensuring interfaces are intuitive, accessible (WCAG-compliant), mobile-responsive, and optimised for conversion Ensure all design work is consistent with established brand guidelines and contributes to a cohesive visual identity across all touchpoints Support with the creation of internal marketing materials such as slide decks, document templates, webinar assets etc. as needed Stay current with web design trends, accessibility standards, and emerging tools to continuously elevate the quality of design output Email Marketing Design, build, and maintain responsive, on-brand email templates for use across one-off, recurring, and automated campaigns in platforms such as Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign, etc Create and manage design assets for email campaigns including promotional banners, headers, and supporting graphics that are optimized for web and email rendering Build and configure drip campaigns and automated email flows, populating templates with design assets and content in collaboration with the team Support with audience list management and segmentation Ensure all email design work meets technical requirements for deliverability, accessibility, and cross-client compatibility (desktop, mobile, dark mode, etc.) Project Management & Collaboration Work closely with project managers and clients to provide clear, timely project updates and detailed design notes that keep projects on track Participate in client-facing design reviews and presentations, clearly communicating design rationale and incorporating feedback effectively Be accountable to individual and department objectives and key results (OKRs) Qualifications & Skills 2+ years of professional experience in graphic, digital, or web design Experience with branding projects, from concept research through execution and delivery Strong understanding of design and UX best practices, including responsive and accessible design Familiarity with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp, Klaviyo, or ActiveCampaign, including audience list management and segmentation Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain design decisions to clients and internal stakeholders Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma; Webflow experience is a plus A basic understanding of HTML/CSS is beneficial An online portfolio showcasing brand, email, and web design work Compensation Package $50,000 - $70,000 / year + benefits Profit sharing program (DPSP) Paid vacation, sick, and personal days Education and personal development budget Wellness budget If you’re excited about working in a dynamic, creative environment and making an impact through design, apply today!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates need 2+ years of professional design experience and proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. A strong portfolio showcasing brand, email, and web work is required, along with knowledge of UX best practices and email marketing platforms.