27 Aug
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KNOW HISTORY
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Winnipeg
27 Aug
KNOW HISTORY
Winnipeg
Know History Temp Canada Remote $27 - $31 CAD per hourKnow History is a Canadian firm that provides historical research services to Canadian and Indigenous organizations, governments, municipalities, museums, and heritage groups. One of our defining characteristics is our ability to communicate complex information and perspectives to public audiences through impactful sensory experiences, ranging from engaging physical design to emotive graphics to leading-edge media. We’re looking for a part-time Designer to collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to help tell stories that matter in creative and original ways.About the RoleKnow History’s design needs are highly diverse, ranging from laying out polished professional reports to developing unique story driven projects such as board games and museum exhibits. This role will focus on designing print publications, digital projects, PowerPoints, social media assets, museum exhibitions, and a variety of interpretive products. The Designer will create custom illustrations that effectively translate historical research into clear, engaging visual content. Experience with video editing is considered an asset, as the Designer will support our in-house videographer, particularly by adding illustration and animation elements to short documentaries.The position involves working in a client-facing environment and across a suite of projects of varying sizes, scales, and durations. The successful candidate will be adaptive and thrive in collaborative environments while working on multiple files simultaneously.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop design concepts, mock-ups,
wireframes, sketches, or design briefs to support project visioning and effective client communicationCreate custom illustrations for exhibitions, publications, digital media, or other productsProduce and contribute to the development of high-quality media products, including print materials, book/published material layouts, exhibit designs, digital publications, websites, motion graphics, animation, videosCollaborate with a wide range of vendors and specialists, including architects, interpretive planners, book designers, fabricators, editors, and lighting designers as well as our Digital History teamDesign marketing materials for Know History, including digital and print assets that support brand development, outreach, and business growthProvide video editing support to assist our videographer with the production of promotional, educational,
and digital content.Provide editing support by adding visual effects and motion graphics using software such as Adobe After Effects to enhance video contentComplete administrative tasks such as accurately tracking time and regularly updating project management software to ensure effective workflow and budget oversightPreferred Skills & QualificationsAt least 3 years of experience in a range of multimedia designAdobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator)Solid illustration skills, with demonstrated ability to create original, concept-driven artworkKnowledge of print, web, and physical design best practicesExperience using WordPress or Squarespace (or similarDemonstrated experience with published material layout (books, booklets, reports etc.)AR/VR skills would be an asset.Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skillsTerm: 4 month contract, from May to August 2026Hours: 20 hours per week, flexibleLocation: Either Ottawa or Calgary office or remote within CanadaSalary: $27-$31/h, depending on experienceHow to Apply:If you are interested in joining Know History’s team for this role, please submit your resume and a link to your portfolio online at www.Knowhistory.Ca. If you have any questions or require accessibility or cultural accommodations, at any point in the application process, send us an email and we’ll work with you to make sure your needs are met.Know History is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We know that to understand our collective history, we need to prioritize Indigenous and diverse voices across all aspects of our organization. We strongly encourage candidates to apply and self-identify if they identify as Indigenous, members of racialized communities and visible minorities, people with disabilities, or members of the Two Spirit (2S) & LGBTQIA+ communities.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Designer - C$27 - C$31 An Hour - Part Time - Remote (Winnipeg)
🏢 KNOW HISTORY
📍 Winnipeg