Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada's only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. Competition ID: 4803Internal Closing Date: October 31, 2026External Closing Date: N/A# of Openings: 1*Salary Information: 14
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- $34.78 to $38.87 per hourEmployment Type: Temporary Full TimeWorkplace Type: HybridTravel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required. Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayHours of Work (BCGEU): 8:30am
- 4:30pmHours per Week (BCGEU): 35 We are currently seeking a Digital Graphic Designer to join our Marketing and Communications team. Reporting to the Manager, Marketing Operations, this position is responsible for the creative conceptualization, design, production and coordination of print and digital marketing and communications collateral for the University and internal key parties, ensuring that all materials meet KPU brand standards. Materials and mediums include, but are not limited to: Static and animated digital advertising (programmatic, social, stadium video displays, movie theatre pre-rolls, etc.) Environmental displays (pop-up banners, elevator wraps, vehicle wraps, wall murals, floor decals, tradeshow booths,



large format banners, etc.) Event collateral (static and animated digital displays, signage, event programs, etc.) Social media graphics Motion graphics for video A Bachelor's degree in digital design, graphic design or a related field. A minimum of three years progressive experience in a digital design role, agency or In-house. Expertise in Sketch, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Adobe XD, InVision, Figma, After Effects and related programs. Advanced demonstrated working experience of desktop publishing using a PC to develop sophisticated marketing collateral using Adobe Creative Cloud 2020, Adobe Creative Suite CS5, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Acrobat and cloud-based interfaces like Microsoft OneDrive. Demonstrated knowledge of digital marketing, social media marketing, website design software including HTML, CSS and demonstrated experience with Content Management Systems. Proven experience with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc. and their respective creative requirements. Proven experience in developing and designing creative for ad platforms such as Google Adwords, Facebook Ads Manager. Experience producing professional and sophisticated presentations including the ability to incorporate charts, graphs, photographs and graphics, using Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel. and social media ad management platforms.



Excellent working knowledge of modern marketing communications methods including graphic design, designing advertising, digital design, web design, illustration, photo-retouching, minor animation, promotions, media relations, presentations, newsletters, direct mail, marketing collateral, video, website content/messaging, social media, and writing and editing for collateral. Demonstrated use of creativity and innovation in developing marketing materials and design/promotional strategies to incorporate a variety of media
- print, electronic, radio, TV, etc. High proficiency in creating animated multimedia and graphics for web and social properties. General website UX experience and foundational knowledge of creating content for the web Knowledge of visual design principles and user-centric designs. Proven ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility with minimal supervision. Passionate about digital marketing and graphic design by taking the initiative to stay up-to-date on current industry trends. Creative with the ability to generate or recognize ideas, alternatives, and solutions. Able to work a flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends. A portfolio of previous graphic design, digital ads and animation projects will be requested. As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental perks, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition wai

📌 Digital Illustrator (Canada)
🏢 Kwantlen Polytechnic University
📍 Canada