The Lifesaving Society is a national volunteer organization and registered charity working to prevent drowning and water-related injury. We are composed of tens of thousands of individual members, and over 4,000 affiliated swimming pools, waterfronts, schools and clubs. We save lives and prevent water-related injury through our training programs, Water Smart® public education, drowning prevention research, aquatic safety management and lifesaving sport.

The Society has been educating Canadians since the first Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion was earned in 1896. Each year, more than 1.2 million Canadians participate in the Society’s swimming, lifesaving, lifeguard, first aid and leadership training programs.

We are currently seeking a creative Graphic Designer to join the Lifesaving Society Ontario Branch Communications team on a 20 month contract.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

In accordance with strategic plans, approved project briefs and overall marketing and communications priorities and guidelines:

1. Design and format corporate and technical literature, ensuring compliance with current accessibility standards.
2. Develop digital and print-ready layouts for reports, newsletters, brochures, web pages and presentations.
3. Assemble text, graphics and photos into approved page layouts.
4. Create and edit graphics consistent with Lifesaving Society visual identity guidelines.

a. Corporate logos, event logos. b. Artwork for the Society’s activity centres c. Charts and illustrations.
1. Ensure all materials adhere to brand guidelines and accessibility requirements.
2. Transfer files to appropriate formats for print or electronic publication.
3.



Support the Lead Graphic Designer in maintaining consistency across all materials.
4. Revise designs based on feedback and approval from the Lead Graphic Designer.
5. Utilize and maintain file structure to save and retrieve design files, logos and other materials.

Requirements:

- Diploma or degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
- High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and other relevant design tools.
- Strong understanding of AODA compliance for digital and print materials.
- Experience in creating layouts for technical manuals and corporate literature.
- Ability to work collaboratively with and take direction from the Lead Graphic Designer.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent teamwork, time management and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of book production processes and file preparation.
- Photography and videography experience an asset.
- Aquatic experience and prior knowledge of Lifesaving Society programs an asset.
- Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.

The Lifesaving Society is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. If selected for an interview, please inform us of any accommodation you may require during the process. For more information, please visit www.lifesavingsociety.com or follow us on social media.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this role; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,259.00 per year

Advantages

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in North York, ON M2J 1P8

📌 Graphic Designer (20 month contract) (North York)
🏢 The Royal Life Saving Society Canada - Ontario Branch
📍 North York