Graphic Designer

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, privately held house of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Graphic Designer who will be responsible for creating innovative digital and printed marketing designs that are completely aligned and supportive of our Dynamite banner brand imaging.

Main Responsibilities:

• Produce and create impactful visuals for a variety of projects (print and digital) such as: store signages, labels, newsletter, seasonal guidelines, website/app landing page, homepages, web advertising and content for social media.
• Be able to design, create and deliver graphic animations for various media (video ads, web banners, ads, etc.);
• Assemble presentation boards of weekly/monthly/seasonal initiatives to give clarity and visibility to the management team;
• Work on several projects simultaneously, respect due dates as per department production calendars, and balance last-minute rush projects.
• Prepare files for programming and printing, as well as artwork guidelines;
• Contribute innovative ideas generating creative newness;
• Work as part of a team and collaborate with various internal and external parties;
• Support the Creative Services Manager in all assigned tasks.

Qualifications:

• BA in Graphic/Digital Design or college degree (DEC, technical diploma, community college diploma);

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role;

• Full knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effect, Illustrator and InDesign);

• Full knowledge of Figma;

• Mastery of web, mobile/app and printing files

• Well versed in fundamental visual and interactive design disciplines and principles;

• Extensive experience working in a fast-paced and innovative development environment, and a thorough understanding of cross-platform user interface design patterns and user-centric design methodologies;

• Bilingual, French and English

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…
No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

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