Graphic Designer

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

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​Job category: Communications, marketing and public affairs
Job posting ID: 7420

​Employment status: Temporary full-time
Position's anticipated start date: 2025-07-14 
Position's anticipated end date: 2026-02-12 

Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: $63,546 - $72,329

Application deadline: 2025-07-04 
Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume and portfolio.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

 Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues. 

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a temporary full-time Graphic Designer to join our versatile Integrated Marketing team.

The Integrated Marketing team is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive, integrated marketing strategies aimed at building Canadian Blood Services’ brand, expanding our donor base, and enhancing donor loyalty.

In this role, you will take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them seamlessly into images, layouts, and other designs. You will be responsible for creating social media and web graphics, marketing collateral, event and engagement materials, and infographics, among other creative tasks. You should have a deep understanding of marketing campaigns to effectively support our objectives.

Formula for success

• Leveraging your graphic design skills, you will participate in designing and redesigning graphics, illustrations, advertisements, brochures and many other forms of visual communication. You will create visual aspects of marketing materials, websites, and other media, including infographics.
• Harnessing your skills in digital organization, you will support the maintenance of our online resource library.
• Capitalizing on your ability to collaborate, you will work with various partners across the organization to provide both printed and digital materials. You will consult with our marketing, communications, and regional donor relations teams to create cohesive designs that reflect our corporate culture, brand vision, and marketing goals.
• Drawing on your creativity and design expertise, you will develop new design concepts, graphics, and layouts while adhering to our brand guidelines.
• Utilizing your attention to detail, you will amend final designs based on client feedback and secure full approval.
• Leveraging your multitasking abilities, you will manage multiple projects simultaneously, depending on the current client workload.
• Drawing on your expertise in resource development, you will develop templated resources in editable formats to support the growing needs of the business.

Desired education and skills

• Post-secondary secondary education, plus related experience or equivalent combination.
• Preference will be given to those with an interest in Marketing, Graphic Design.
• Experience using graphic design tools such as Adobe CC  – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Experience creating and updating templates built in Microsoft Office.
• Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks while being flexible.
• Strong personal initiative and a passion for the cause.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a dynamic team.
• Possession of creative flair, versatility, conceptual/visual ability and originality.
• Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
• Ability to interact, communicate and present ideas.

What we offer you

• Percentage in lieu of vacation and benefits.
• Annual performance award up to 5%.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect
•    This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time/ 2 days of the week.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

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We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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