Why Valtech? We’re advisors, visionaries, creative and techies. We embrace all things digital. We talk to each other. We have fun. We love our clients. We’re looking ahead. We are global.

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values -driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.

The opportunity
At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.

Please note, we are only accepting applicants from the provinces of Ontario and Québec for this role. For Québec-based candidates, fluency in English is necessary because the position entails collaboration with teams based in the rest of Americas and occasionally in Europe.

As a Lead Art Director you are passionate about experience innovation and eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible. You bring 8 YEARS of experience, a growth mindset and a drive to make a lasting impact.

The Lead Art Director is an accomplished art director and visual designer with exceptional craft and expertise across advertising, interaction design, brand experience, and AI-enabled design practices. Working within Valtech's Creative Practices discipline across the Americas, this role is primarily responsible for creating compelling, high-quality ads and concepts, and secondarily designing digital experiences that bring brands to life while solving meaningful client and user challenges.

The ideal candidate combines a strongeye for art direction, a highvisual aesthetic, and a passion forinnovative creativity.They are a proactive conceptual thinker who brings ideas, references, and a clear point of view to the table, equally comfortable creating and art directing advertising concepts and campaigns as they are crafting beautiful interfaces.Theyare equally comfortablecreating and art directing advertising conceptsand campaigns,as they arecrafting beautiful interfaces .

You will thrive in this role if you are:

A curious problem solver who challenges the status quo

A collaborator who values teamwork and knowledge-sharing

Excited by the intersection of technology, creativity and data

Experienced in Agile methodologies and consulting

Role responsibilities

Create and execute highly polished visual design conceptsand campaigns that are consistently on brand and directly aligned with clientobjectivesand business outcomes .

Design digital experiences across web, mobile, and emerging platforms, including typography, layout, visual systems, interfaces, interaction patterns, branding elements, andcomponentlibraries.

Translate brand expression into scalable digital experiences and user interfaces that balance creativity, usability, and performance.

Craft and present high-fidelity design concepts and creative directions , including references, sketches, storyboards, mood boards, prototypes, and conceptual design explorations.

Activelyparticipate in workshops, brainstorming sessions, creative reviews, and design critiques, contributing ideas, inspiration, and innovative solutions .

Develop interactive prototypes and motion studies using Figma and other design tools to communicate design intent and user experiencebehaviors .

Create, evolve, and contribute to design systems, componentlibraries,



brand guidelines, style guides, and other artefacts that support consistency and scalability .

Apply accessibility best practices and inclusive design principles to ensure experiences are usable by diverse audiences and aligned with recognizedstandards.

Collaborate closely with UXDesigners,Strategists,Copywriters,CreativeDirectors,Developers, and other visual designers throughout the project lifecycle .

Partner with development teams to ensure design intent is preserved through implementation.

Maintain exceptionally high standards of design quality , presentation, documentation, and client engagement.

Stay current with emerging design methodologies, AI-enabled workflows, tools, and technologies, proactivelyidentifying opportunities to improve the team’s capabilities and processes .

Support and mentorJuniorDesigners through constructive feedback, collaboration, andbest-practicesharing.

Build and sustain strong working relationships across teams, disciplines, and clientorganizations.

Must have qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications:

7+ years of experience in a leading agency, consultancy, studio, or similar environment designingadvertisements anddigital experiences.

A portfoliodemonstrating exceptional visual craft,art direction,conceptualthinkingand brand-led experience design .

Deepexpertisein visual design, UI design, and digital brand experience across multiple channels and platforms .

Experience translating strategicobjectives, user needs, and brand narratives into compelling digital experiences.

Excellent communicationin English , with the ability toengageclients and teams across North Americathroughstorytelling, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.

Ability to confidently articulate and defend design decisions whileremainingopen to feedback and collaboration.

Strong understanding of interaction design principles, information architecture, and user-centereddesign methodologies, with experience translating concepts into interactive prototypes that enhance storytelling and usability.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities , work effectively under pressure, and deliver high-quality outcomes within tight timelines.

Strongorganizationalskills with the ability toprioritizeeffectively andmaintainfocus throughout the design process.

AI & EmergingDesignPractices

Demonstrated experience using AI-enabled design workflows to improve ideation, visual exploration, asset creation, prototyping, content generation, and productivity.

Advanced proficiencywith Figma and the broader Figma ecosystem , including AI-driven capabilities and plugins.

Experience using image generation and other creative AI tools as part of a modern design practice.

Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, with a desire to help evolve how design ispracticed within theorganization.

Nice to have qualifications
The following are considered a strong advantage:

Experiencewith advertising and design in the travel and tourism spacestronglyconsidered.

Experience with luxury hospitality, travel, aviation , or premium consumerbrandsa plus.





Experience working with multicultural and distributed teams across regions and time zones.

Experience leading design-system governance across large, multi-brandorganizations.

Comfortable working independently while proactively seeking input, feedback, and collaboration when needed.

Experience working within multidisciplinary teams combining strategy, UX, technology, content, and creative disciplines.

If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.

Commitment to reaching all kinds of people
We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.

The advantages
This is a full-time position based in Canada. The offered salary range is $100,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience and location.

Valtech offers a comprehensive benefits package effective after three months of continuous service:

A comprehensive insurance plan , where you can choose the module that best suits your needs—Gold, Silver, or Bronze. The employer may contribute up to 80% of your coverage depending on the selected module. This plan includes short- and long-term disability coverage .

Dialogue via Sun Life provides virtual healthcare services, allowing you to consult with a healthcare professional for emergencies, prescription renewals, and more. You also have access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program , as well as a complete mental health support program .

A $500 Personal Spending Account , which can be used for healthcare reimbursements, gym memberships, public transit passes, office supplies, or contributions to your RRSP through Valtech.

A retirement plan where Valtech will match 100% of your RRSP contributions through a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), up to a maximum of 4%. You can start contributing to your RRSP immediately, and to the DPSP after 3 months. The vesting of the DPSP will be after a 24 months of service.

Access to a flexible vacation under Valtech's policy to support your work-life balance, with 5 days available during your probation period and a prorated amount calculated for the remainder of the year.

Personal Technology Reimbursement – $30/month for every employee-offered on day 1.

We close during the winter holidays and offer flexible scheduling throughout the year, so you can enjoy those sunny Friday afternoons—provided your weekly hours are completed.

About Valtech
Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G;, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.

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📌 Lead Art Director (Manitoba)
🏢 Valtech
📍 Manitoba