A portfolio is required for this role. Please include a link to your portfolio or attach it to your resume.Indigo is a physical and digital place inspired by and filled with books, ideas, beautifully designed lifestyle products, and the creative people who help make it all happen. We believe in real books, living life fully and generous, being kind to each other and to the setting, and that stories — big and little — connect us. Indigo is our customer's happy place — for joyful moments of discovery and to connect with people who share their passion for reading, their belief in ideas, and their commitment to making the world a better and more beautiful place.OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLESOur Mission is to inspire reading and enrich the lives of booklovers. As such, we believe in the power of people and their stories. We aim to attract top talent, nurture the potential of our employees, and create space for everyone to thrive. Our Guiding Principles are the few key ideas that are meant to influence everything we do, every day.We Will Hire, Inspire, Promote and Retain the BestWe Will Be EntrepreneurialWe Will Be Committed to Caring About Each Other, Our Communities, and Our EnvironmentWe Will Be Committed to True and Shared Value CreationWe Will Be Systems Thinking, Data Driven and AI enabledJob DescriptionThe Designer, Paper creates unique, original and engaging graphics and art to be used in production of Indigo private label paper products and packaging. As part of the Design Studio team, this role collaborates closely with cross-functional partners to ensure the Indigo brand is communicated in a strong and consistent manner, inspiring and engaging our customers. The designer will design unique, original and engaging graphics to be used in production of Indigo paper and packaging, and will support sourcing to ensure the successful roll out of creative concepts and delivery of proprietary product.KEY PERFORMANCE METRICSEffectiveness of project delivery and quality controlOn time, on-spec,



within budget delivery of all designs and packagingPositive consumer response and brand appropriate design and packagingSatisfaction of cross-functional partners and internal customersSatisfaction of internal and external cross-functional partnersKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESFunctionalDesign and creation of impactful graphics and artwork for paper proprietary product category, as well as packagingPresent designs to cross functional teams and executive leadersWorks closely with design leaders, internal merchant teams, artists and suppliers to ensure smooth execution of production artwork from design concept through to launchDevelopment of original creative concepts that meet the given project's overall objectives and support the company's existing creative and visual guidelinesResponsible for graphics and artwork from inception to final product, resizing and reformatting images based on needs for paper and packaging collectionsAdapt work to changing needs and support production, as requiredKeep up-to-date and informed of emerging trendsAct as an advocate for the customer by placing them at the forefront of all decision-making and design processesProactively identify and anticipate customer expectations and needsEmbrace and seek out technology that creates high tech and high touch solutions for Indigo’s customersChallenge the status quo by consistently identifying areas for improvement, diagnosing issues and working to resolve themPeopleCollaborate with others to drive flexible and iterative solutions, quickly and easilyShare technical knowledge with others and actively seek to learn from those more knowledgeable than yourselfHelp others see the impacts of their efforts and proactively engage other functions to get inputEncourage others to freely share their point of view and be open to feedbackCulturalModel Indigo’s beliefs and convey a positive image in every thing you doCelebrate diversity of thought and have anopen mindsetTake an active role in fostering a culture of continual learning,



taking risks without the fear of making mistakesEmbrace, champion and influence change through your team and/or the organizationSCOPEReports to: Manager, Paper & PackagingManagertistsQualificationsWork Experience / Education / CertificationsPost-secondary degree or diploma in graphic design or design-related fieldMinimum 5 years’ experience in an agency or in-house creative shopPrevious experience in packaging, production design and designing for retai l considered an assetThorough understanding and ability in graphic design, page layout and typographyExtensive knowledge in graphics manipulation using the following software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesignStrong understanding of industry standards and best practices for design and development ina retail environmentStr ong conceptual skillsDynamic, driven, good-listener, team-oriented, with ability to handle and learn from constructive criticismExceptional organizational and communication skillsAbility to meet tight deadlines while juggling competing prioritiesBranding and package design experience an assetAdditional informationThis posting is for a current opp ortunity within Indigo. Indigo uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with certain aspects of the hiring process, such as screening and assessments. These tools support our team but do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.At Indigo, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility are core to our values. We integrate these principles into our training, policies, and hiring practices and continuously evolve to reflect the needs of the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including but not limited to individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please cont act Human Resourc es at [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Designer (Winnipeg)
🏢 ABB
📍 Winnipeg