Graphic Designer - AdFarm

You don’t make it 40+ years in this business without good people behind you. At AdFarm, we are driving the evolution of agriculture, and it starts with hiring the right individuals. We are the bridge between farmers and the brands that serve them. Companies come to us for strategic planning, creative services, public relations, media planning, marketing science, content creation, and research. If you’re ready to be a part of a team that does these things, and does them well, we should chat. We partner with everyone from crop protection, nutrition and seed companies to technology, sustainability, food, and animal health brands. If you’re in that space, or want to head that direction, this role will be a great fit.      

You will love it here if you follow these GUIDEPOSTS:        

Are you being agile? Change is inevitable, whether it’s from the client, or the industry as a whole. Are you ready to get the job done well, on time and on budget? We’re all about developing and following processes that keep our teams effective and our clients happy.        

Are you being smart? Knowing what to ask, how to start and what resources you have to solve problems are essential. Invest in yourself and keep up with the ever-evolving world of our clients and the wider communications industry.       

Are you being helpful? If you know the ad and ag industries, you know it gets hectic sometimes. Are you ready to pitch in when it counts and do whatever it takes to deliver amazing work for our client partners? Be ready to have direct conversations when needed and set clear expectations for you, your supervisor, and your team.        

As the Graphic Designer, you’ll have the opportunity to create engaging and effective design solutions for a range of clients and across mediums. While much of your work will require executing within existing brands, there is opportunity to support new brand and conceptual development as well. In this position you’ll be accountable to the following things: 

Primary "Maker" of the project

Design

Proof/Edit 

You’ll have success here if you value clear processes and feel qualified to do the following things: 

Design creative deliverables to help the client tell their story  
Version out marketing assets based on existing posters, web/print ads, etc.  
Create and update marketing collateral (ie, campaigns, print materials, web/print ads, trade-show collateral, social media images, promotional items, business cards, mobile app pages, e-mail blasts, logos, website designs, and storyboards)  
Align work to brand standards by working closely with team leads (creative director, creative team, account managers)  
Design and deliver high-quality graphics optimized for video/web/social media  
Create sketches, artwork, or illustrations  
Demonstrate a growing mastery of core Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) and Figma
Knowledge of additional software (Premier, XD, After Effects) or disciplines such as illustration, photography or animation an asset
Willing to learn additional software as needed
Maintain files according to AdFarm processes and structure  

We train our team to help them succeed, and everyone on our team helps with our success. In this role, you’ll need to come to the table with the following skills and qualifications: 

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communications, Fine Arts, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience or certifications will be considered 
Proficiency in industry-standard design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); experience with Figma or Sketch is a plus 
Strong understanding of design principles, including typography, color theory, layout, and composition 
Demonstrated ability to create visually compelling designs across digital and print media 
Solid portfolio showcasing creative work, design process, and attention to detail 
Basic knowledge of web design and user experience (UX/UI) principles preferred 
A strong portfolio  
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams 
Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workThe willingness to note relevant trends and develop ideas.
Team player and a critical thinker  

The salary range for this role is $50-70k/year. All employees will receive benefits (health, dental, vision, life and disability through a cost shared premium model), 3% RRSP contributions on an annual basis, a Health Spending Account, Health & Cell Phone Reimbursements, and we can offer a Hybrid working environment with a wonderful group of top talent individuals. 

Culture is everything for us and so we do our best to hire according to alike values and mutual respects. 

We are a TEAM and we are looking for like-minded individuals that are eager to contribute as such.