Designer Marketing Communications Job In Toronto

Job Description

The Royal Conservatory is one of the largest and most respected music education institutions in the world, providing the definitive standard of excellence in curriculum design, assessment, performance training, teacher certification and arts-based social programs.
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Job Title

Designer, Marketing Communications

Job Type

Full-time

Location

The Royal Conservatory - Toronto, ON M5S 1W2 CA (Primary)

Job Description

The Royal Conservatory (RCM) is one of the largest and most respected music education institutions in the world, providing the definitive standard of excellence in curriculum design, assessment, performance training, and teacher certification. It is also a leader in the development of early childhood education programs and arts-based social programs, and presents a diverse range of concerts featuring the finest Canadian and international artists in its magnificent performance space, Koerner Hall. Please visit www.rcmusic.com for more information.

What is the Opportunity?

The Designer, Marketing Communications is responsible for visually communicating all aspects and initiatives of The Royal Conservatory. They collaborate closely with divisions across The Conservatory, as well as external suppliers, to lead the design, development, and implementation of a vast array of print and digital creative.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

As their work is highly visible to Royal Conservatory staff and the general public, the Designer, Marketing Communications’ responsibility is to promote the brand in the very best way possible. Their work is reviewed by all divisions and levels of The Royal Conservatory (e.g., Vice Presidents, Development Officers, Managers, and the President) through both formal presentations and email communications. Reviews are followed by requests for changes or final approvals. Once approved, it is the Designer’s responsibility to prepare projects for production/implementation.

The breakdown of the Designer’s responsibilities is as follows:

• Design, develop, and deliver a wide range of print and digital creative
  • Capital campaign and donor-related materials
  • Government reports and proposals
  • Fundraising materials and special event collateral
  • Advertisements and promotional materials
  • Direct mail
  • Sales collateral
  • Product packaging
  • Printed and digital signage
  • Illustrations, photo-editing
  • PowerPoint presentations, internal reports and materials for board meetings
  • Academic and corporate stationery design
  • Digital creative, including requirements for email, web banners, social media content
• Project management duties, such as developing comprehensive work-back schedules, managing approval processes, working with external suppliers to ensure that all projects stay firmly on track and are delivered on time, ensuring all projects are of outstanding quality, and are appropriately branded according to our Style Guide.
• Other marketing and communications projects and responsibilities as assigned.
• The Designer consults the Director, Digital Marketing and Creative Services on issues that require their input and guidance to resolve. Examples include requests that deviate from the style guide, conflicting priorities, unexpected demands requiring outsourcing approval, or other issues that may necessitate the need to make decisions with unplanned or revised budgetary implications, etc.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor of Design degree (BDes) or equivalent, with a specialization in Graphic Design.
• 4-6 years of design experience, with additional experience in a project management capacity.
• Exceptional creativity and innovation, excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of design and typographic principles.
• Excellent IT and studio software skills, especially with design and photo-editing software.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Experience with Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Quark Express.
• Highly collaborative and able to thrive in fast-paced environment.
• A solid understanding of The Royal Conservatory’s mission as well as each of its business units, target audiences, and key messages relevant to each project.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• An understanding of the latest design trends.
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
  

Salary Range

$60,000 - $65,000 per annum.

Additional Information

• Required to work flexible hours at times, including some evening and weekend work.
  

How to Apply

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and current résumé online (please upload a single file combining both documents) at www.rcmusic.com/about-us/careers-royal-conservatory . Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate has been identified.

The RCM is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the RCM’s Anti-Racism, Access and Equity Policy, accommodation will be provided at any stage of in the recruitment and selection process. Applicants are asked to make their accommodation needs known when they have been contacted for an interview.

The RCM thanks all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.