Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Call for Web / Graphic Designer

Web / Graphic Designer
Toronto, Canada

An international organization combining youth, technology and global community to create positive global change

Position: Web / Graphic Designer
Position Location: Toronto, Ontario
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Details: 40 hours/week
Salary: $26,000 – 32,000 /year, depending on experience
Applications Due: June 4th 2012

TakingITGlobal (TIG) is seeking a Web / Graphic Designer to join our team for a unique opportunity. Under the direction of our Creative Director, the ideal candidate will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to stimulating projects and expand their skill-set and network. Our model applicant can take great pride in contributing not only to our office on a local level, but also to TIG’s world-wide network.

~The TIG Team

Roles and Responsibilities
• Working on design for internal and external youth-focused projects including website, logos, and print materials.
• Creating illustrations, photo manipulation
• Maintaining brand consistency in all web & print projects
• Preparing material for press, including consultation with printing companies
• Updating web design work and enhancing the TakingITGlobal online community platform.

Skills
• Experience with web production and graphic design, 2+ years industry experience
• A strong knowledge of the current web design standards and technology
• A solid foundation in typography and general brand design
• Extremely detail oriented. Strives for pixel perfect implementation on all browsers.
• A strong knowledge of user interface design, information architecture and SEO process
• Proficient in all Adobe Creative Suite applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Flash, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro is an asset
• Ability to turn a mockup into valid XHTML and CSS (not required but has basic knowledge)
• Self-motivated with the ability to work quickly and efficiently while conquering creative challenges under short deadlines
Problem-solver that can think outside the box when required
Ability to work in a group setting, as well as independently and also be able to take direction by different project leads
Strong consultation skills to interact with management, staff and suppliers to support program areas
Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build effective working relationships and to provide support and advice to the team regarding web production and graphic design issues



About TakingITGlobal

TakingITGlobal is an international organization lead by youth, empowered by technology. TakingITGlobal (TIG) connects youth from around the world to find inspiration, information and get involved in improving their local, regional and global communities.

TakingITGlobal’s mission is to provide opportunities for learning, capacity building, cross-cultural awareness, and self-development through the use of Information and Communication Technologies. Its key strategic initiatives include; providing a virtual space for cross-cultural expression, dialogue, networking and collaboration among youth, supporting youth action and understanding around global issues, developing rich interactive, global education experiences, and facilitating the development of local content, multilingualism and skills training.

TakingITGlobal has approximately 20 staff based in Toronto and an additional 20 staff who work part-time in different parts of Canada and around the world as well as hundreds of volunteers. Supporters include RBC Financial Group, Microsoft, the Government of Canada, the McConnell Foundation and Gordon Foundation. Please visit www.tigweb.org/about for further information.

Application Process:
Please include an online portfolio or pdf of your portfolio along with your resume and cover letter, and submit it to the Human Resources Department via jobs@takingitglobal.org

Application Deadline: June 11th 2012

Please electronically mail your cover letter and resume and include the title of the position in the subject line
of your email and let us know how you heard about the position. Please do not mail or personally submit resumes, as we are a small organization and do not have the capacity to respond.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, due to the volume of applications and inquiries we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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