DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner‑led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021.This is a 6 month fixed term employee contract.This posting reflects an existing vacancy.JOB PURPOSEThis role is part of our Global Studios team. We create emotive yet conversion‑focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper‑personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients.As a Senior Designer, you will work on a broad range of small and large projects across some of the largest, well‑recognised brands in the world. Our Senior Designers are required to understand, organise, and motivate people to achieve extraordinary things: they’re able to guide thinking and behaviour in others and take counsel from within to thrive in a dynamic environment. Our Senior Designers are masters of their craft, demonstrate good judgement and emotional intelligence, and inspire self‑development.WHAT YOU’LL DO:Oversee the work of and mentor other designersDeliver constructive feedbackCoach your team members and help them to realise areas of developmentWork on a brief from start to finishUse AI prompting and image generationDesign responsive, customer‑centric emails (and more!)Develop, maintain, and regularly optimise global Figma librariesManage and mentor more junior members of the teamApply creativity to ad‑hoc projectsAlways strive to create work that contributes to the client’s business goalsResearch competitors and stay current with design and marketing trendsTake accountability for flawless design outputWork cross‑departmentally with developers, copywriters,
etc.Contribute innovative ideas at creative review meetingsProtect brand integrity and guardianshipDrive the delivery of work on time and to the highest standard by understanding your team's capabilitiesWHAT YOU BRING:3-5 years of digital design experienceWell‑versed in working in an agency context with relevant experience covering brand, direct, and above‑the‑line creative workKeen to build client relations and confidently pitch ideas to themGood eye for layout, skilled in typesetting and retouching.Proficient using digital design software (i.E. Figma, Adobe CS)Experience with Weavy.Ai or other node‑based AI systems is a strong plus.Deep understanding of email marketing and digital designHigh‑level understanding of motion design principlesA strategic designer who always takes a customer‑first approach, ensuring the user journey is an excellent end‑to‑end experienceA great teammate who supports their colleagues and doesn’t act as an individualVery organised with attention to detailA great source for up‑to‑the‑minute creative knowledge and digital design trendsWorks with grit and determination in the face of demanding deadlinesHas a desire to embrace new skills and challengesThe anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 CAD. Salary is based on relevant experience, expertise, and organisational impact.WE OFFERA versatile, hybrid working policy.An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies.Mental health support, and company sick pay scheme.15 days paid holiday annually (plus Public Holidays).Refreshments are provided in the office all week.Enhanced family‑friendly policies to support new parents.Social and Cultural Events,
plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks at DEPT®.A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.AI DisclosureAt DEPT®, we use AI‑assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarise interview conversations, so our interviewers can stay fully focused. Using the AI is optional; just let us know if you’d prefer it not be used.DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSIONAt DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of under‑represented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Senior Designer - 6 Month Ftc - C$60,000 - C$70,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 DEPT
📍 Toronto