Designer

About Publicis Canada

At Publicis, we embrace innovation and challenge conventional rules. Our team consists of motivated individuals who collaborate closely, support each other unwaveringly, roll up their sleeves when needed, and celebrate successes enthusiastically. We value attitude as much as talent.

Failure is not part of our vocabulary; instead, we experiment, learn from outcomes, and improve continuously. To align with this vision, we seek responsible individuals passionate about personal growth and eager to engage with local brands to fuel creative thinking.

Role Overview

As a Designer within our team, you will act both as a creative thinker and a meticulous craftsman, focusing on pharmaceutical advertising projects, including campaigns targeting both commercial audiences and healthcare professionals and patients. Reporting to the Associate Creative Director - Art, you will partner closely with other Designers, Art Directors, and Medical Writers to translate creative concepts into practical, effective designs.

This role requires autonomy, the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines, and strong problem-solving skills in a dynamic agency setting. Your curiosity, attention to detail, and production expertise will be vital to delivering outstanding design solutions. Proficiency in Figma is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Art Directors and Medical Writers to convert creative ideas into compelling visual designs.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and effective interaction design implementation.
• Develop efficient structures and user flows based on consistent and scalable conceptual models that mirror user mental models.
• Identify user needs and analyze client challenges to create innovative design concepts.
• Establish visual language and craft cohesive brand experiences across various healthcare categories.
• Maintain brand consistency and adhere to design principles in close partnership with the team.
• Apply robust typography, color theory, and illustration skills to produce impactful visuals.
• Innovatively solve design challenges by creating unique solutions aligned with project objectives.
• Engage actively with interdisciplinary teams during brainstorming sessions and design critiques.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging design techniques to continuously enhance your skills.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality designs.

Required Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant agency experience.
• A professional portfolio showcasing completed design projects, including pharmaceutical advertising campaigns.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.
• Proven experience as a visual or production designer within an agency environment.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional execution, developed design sensibility, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience specifically in pharmaceutical advertising.
• Excellent skills in typography, color theory, and illustration, coupled with a sharp aesthetic sense.
• Solid understanding of design fundamentals, brand consistency, and visual storytelling.
• Creative thinking, problem-solving abilities, and capacity to deliver top-tier design solutions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within diverse teams.
• A continuous curiosity and desire for skill enhancement.
• Capability to thrive in fast-paced settings, juggle several projects, and meet deadlines.
• Additional expertise in prototyping, motion design, or technical design is advantageous.

Additional Information

• Competitive annual vacation package, enhanced during the holiday season with office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day.
• Extended public holidays with additional Mondays and Fridays off surrounding provincial holidays, allowing for long four-day weekends.
• Six sick days and two personal days provided annually.
• Hybrid working model implemented.
• "Work Your World" program enabling up to six weeks remote work per year from any country with our offices.
• Comprehensive collective insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, psychological care, paramedical services, salary insurance, fertility and gender affirmation support.
• Internal support program dedicated to assisting individuals impacted by cancer.