Motion & Graphic Designer

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Location: This position is located in our Toronto office.

Term: June 2024 - January 2025

Our organization:

Founded in 2017, Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. (Wellington-Altus) is the parent company to Wellington-Altus Private Counsel Inc., Wellington-Altus USA Inc., Wellington-Altus Insurance Inc., Wellington-Altus Group Solutions Inc., Wellington-Altus Asset Management Inc., and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.—the top-rated* wealth advisory company in Canada and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. With more than $25 billion in assets under administration and offices across the country, Wellington-Altus identifies with successful, entrepreneurial advisors and portfolio managers and their high-net-worth clients.

*Investment Executive 2023 Brokerage Report Card.

The opportunity:

Reporting to the Design & Creative Lead, and in collaboration and partnership with the cross-functional marketing team, the Motion & Graphic Designer will conceptualize, design, and execute a variety of assets to support corporate marketing and advisor objectives.

All Candidates must provide a strong portfolio showcasing professional work examples – inclusive of static print, digital and motion graphics - that demonstrate concept development, creativity, and best practice.

All Candidates must provide a strong portfolio showcasing professional work examples – inclusive of static print, digital and motion graphics - that demonstrate concept development, creativity, and best practice.

Key responsibilities include:

Working with the Marketing team to develop custom digital, print, and motion graphics to complement investment advisors and corporate marketing initiatives.

Partnering across the broader marketing team to conceptualize, design and develop compelling motion graphics (explainer, logo/typography, and short form video) for use in various marketing mediums such as websites, social media, presentations, events, advertisements, etc.

Developing storyboards, including illustrations and infographics to be included in motion graphics, animated text/titles, transitions, advanced GIFs, animated logo sequences, etc. via editing and combining raw video footage, editing, and syncing audio with video.

Designing and delivering a variety of traditional and digital visual content, including booklets, brochures, advertisements, social media graphics, pitch decks, data visualization, marketing collateral, etc.

Championing creativity and innovation in what you do.

Managing day-to-day projects (timelines, work backs, status updates, approvals, etc.).

Acting as ambassador and custodian of the Wellington-Altus brand.

Keeping abreast of emerging design and motion graphic trends and competitor operations.

Performing other duties, as assigned (research and product sourcing etc.).

The ideal candidate will possess:

A degree or diploma in Motion & Graphics, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Animation, Visual Communications, or a related discipline.

A minimum of 5 years' experience is preferred.

Advanced knowledge in current graphic design practices and digital/video production software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.

Fluency in current graphic design practices and digital production software, such as Adobe CS/CC products (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Professional, etc.).

An ability to translate static imagery and concepts into dynamic motion graphics, including creation of storyboard and design elements with vector graphics.

Experience with print and web-based production standards.

A strong grasp of branding layout, and typography and a keen eye for sourcing images, footage, music and other assets.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint & Excel).

Knowledge of Figma will be an asset.

Exceptional collaboration and teamwork skills.

Able to multi-task and work on various projects and meet strict deadlines.

Proven time management abilities as well as strong analytical and technical knowledge.

Highly creative, organized, and detail-oriented.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to quickly adapt to changing needs.

Reliable, strong work ethic.

Excellent attitude and commitment to providing extraordinary service.

Experience in the financial services industry is considered an asset.

Conditions of employment:

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

A background check, satisfactory to the employer, may be required of the successful applicant prior to commencing employment.

Wellington-Altus is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply.

If you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please let us know at the point of application.

To apply:

Click the Apply For This Job button to submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. More information about working at Wellington-Altus can be found on our website at www.wellington-altus.com .

Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelor's degree or better in Graphic Design or related field.

Experience Required 5 years: 5 years: Experience with current graphic design practices and digital/video production software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.

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