Graphic Designer

About Tucows Domains

Tucows Domains is the largest wholesale domain registrar worldwide, dedicated to maintaining the integrity, neutrality, and openness of the domain name system (DNS), a crucial yet often unseen part of the Internet. Operating globally under the Ascio, Enom, Hover, and OpenSRS brands, Tucows is one of the biggest internet companies with a commitment to enhancing the digital space.

We follow a people-centric philosophy grounded in respect, trust, and flexibility. Most roles at Tucows are remote-first, enabling employees to work from anywhere with internet connection. Our international team comprises over one thousand members from more than 20 countries.

Opportunity Overview

We are transforming the concept of an in-house agency and are seeking a graphic designer to join our marketing team, known as the Herd. This individual contributor role involves producing compelling visual content and shaping the brand identity for our Domain Services business line. You will design digital graphics, emails, newsletters, display ads, social media posts, video content, and promotional materials that engage our audience and boost brand recognition.

This position is fully remote within the Greater Toronto Area, with occasional expectations to attend onsite meetings, functions, or events.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with marketing, sales, product management, and partner teams to produce high-quality designs.
• Develop and continually update a comprehensive brand book documenting visual identity standards and guidelines for internal and external stakeholders.
• Create and refine marketing campaigns, brand assets, digital and social content.
• Research and utilize emerging AI design technologies to improve team productivity and creative results.
• Design proposals for new business opportunities and prepare presentation decks for leadership.
• Produce event collateral including swag, banners, booth kits, and conference signage.
• Develop diverse video content such as sizzle reels, teasers, tutorials, and demos.
• Ensure alignment of design and business objectives by working closely with cross-functional teams.
• Effectively communicate design concepts and rationale to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Manage print and digital design standards and specifications and coordinate with external printers and vendors.
• Create accessible designs compliant with W3C and AODA standards.

Required Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience as a graphic or visual designer in an advertising agency or in-house team.
• Possession of a certificate, degree, or diploma in graphic design or a related discipline.
• A portfolio showcasing strong design skills and conceptual thinking.
• Proven capacity to lead creative ideation from concept through execution.
• Experience in brand development or evolution, with knowledge of visual identity systems across multiple platforms.
• Strong aesthetic sensibility and command of core graphic design principles including typography, layout, grid systems, color theory, photography, and iconography.
• Familiarity with video content creation including basic animation, motion graphics, storyboarding, and prototyping.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, After Effects, and related software.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced work environment.

Compensation and Culture

The base salary range for Canadian residents is CAD 69,030 to CAD 76,700, varying by factors such as location, experience, and qualifications. Tucows offers a total rewards package that includes fair compensation and generous benefits.

Our commitment extends to protecting the open Internet, closing the digital divide, and promoting fairness and equality. We celebrate diversity in race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, and disability status, fostering an inclusive workplace with multiple viewpoints.

Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process upon request.

Additional Information

We integrate AI-driven tools in our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and consistency; however, hiring decisions are made by humans. Tucows and its subsidiaries participate in E-Verify for US employees.