Graphic
Designer

About Us:

The Toronto Animation Arts Festival International is an annual celebration of cinematic art, showcasing a diverse selection of films from around the world. As a platform for both established and emerging filmmakers, we aim to promote cultural exchange and artistic innovation through the power of storytelling. We have a rich history of building incredible events that inspire, educate, and celebrate our industry and the individual artists and creators working in this space. Our festival also includes Job Fair and Industry Conference components.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Freelance Graphic Designer to transform key art into different pieces for social media, marketing, and other modalities for the purposes of promoting the Toronto Animation Arts Festival International. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering all pre-determined assets in alignment with the Marketing schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Organize digital files and folders related to the marketing department’s graphic requirements

• Version out designs for social media from key art as provided by the Lead Artist

• Meet with the Lead Artist, Chair, and Executive Director to establish clear objectives and goals

• Design social media graphics as requested by the social media team

• Maintain company branding standards across digital and print mediums

• Provide print ready materials for printing purposes

• Design event related materials as needed (posters, maps, signage, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in graphic design, advertising, animation, or related fields.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a graphic design role.

• Portfolio of professional work completed

• Strong work ethic and ability to work self-motivated remotely

• Excellent time management skills.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

• High level of efficiency and accuracy

• Confident and assertive about timely needs

Application Process:

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio materials to info@taafi.com. In your cover letter, please address your qualifications and why you are passionate about graphic design and your experience working on professional projects.

The Toronto Animation Arts Festival International is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.