🎨 Graphic Designer at Makita Canada Inc.
Hey there! Are you a creative professional with a passion for design and a sharp eye for detail? Makita Canada Inc. is looking for a talented Graphic Designer to join their marketing team at their Head Office in Whitby, Ontario. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-known brand and make a real impact! 🚀
📋 About the Role
You'll be reporting to the Marketing Manager and spending most of your time creating awesome product-focused marketing materials that help Makita's dealers sell more products. Think flyers, product sheets, retail signage, and more!
✅ What You'll Be Doing
- 🖨️ Designing and producing dealer flyers, promotional materials, and product sales collateral
- Creating point-of-sale materials, retail signage, and in-store marketing pieces
- Supporting product launches, email campaigns, and social media with creative assets
- Editing, retouching, and organizing a large library of product photography
- Preparing artwork for professional print production
- Making sure all work aligns with Makita's brand standards
🌟 What They're Looking For
- Post-secondary education in Graphic Design or Visual Communications
- Minimum 3 years of professional graphic design experience
- Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
- Experience with AI tools like Adobe Firefly is a plus 🤖
- Strong knowledge of print production and image editing
- Great organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple deadlines
- French language skills are a bonus but not required
💰 Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary between $45,000 – $57,000 per year
- Company-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid vacation and personal days 🏖️
- Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program
- RSP plans
📁 How to Apply
⚠️ Important: Your application MUST include a cover letter and a link to your design portfolio. Applications missing either of these will not be considered. Make sure your portfolio showcases promotional, product-focused, or print design work!
Company: Makita Canada Inc.
Location: 1950 Forbes Street, Whitby, ON L1N 7B7