About Lee Valley:
Since 1978, Lee Valley has recognized that for many, woodworking and gardening are more than just hobbies. Lee Valley Tools enjoys a proud history of providing high-quality woodworking, gardening, hobby, hardware, gift and seasonal merchandise to customers worldwide. We pride ourselves on providing quality products and renowned customer service.
Lee Valley has been honored with many prestigious awards, including being recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies by Deloitte. Additionally, we ranked #1 for In-Store Experience in Ontario by Leger Marketing Inc.
A position at Lee Valley is more than just a job – we honor the time and dedication that our people give by providing sustained and meaningful employment while striving to provide an environment where learning and development are encouraged.
As a Graphic Designer, you will contribute to Lee Valley's integrated marketing initiatives across print, digital and retail channels. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll help bring campaigns to life while ensuring consistency with our bra
You will balance creativity with strong production skills, moving comfortably between concept development and execution while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design marketing assets for email, web, social media, digital advertising and retail signage.
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Create layouts for catalogs, flyers, brochures and other printed materials.
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Prepare production-ready files for both print and digital distribution.
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Collaborate with copywriters, photographers, and marketing managers to deliver integrated campaigns.
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Apply and maintain Lee Valley's visual identity across all customer touchpoints.
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Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines.
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Stay current with design trends, production techniques and industry best practices.
Knowledge and Skills:
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Diploma or degree in Graphic Design.
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3–5 years of professional graphic design experience.
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Strong portfolio demonstrating work across both print and digital media.
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Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
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Experience preparing files for commercial print production.
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Understanding of digital design best practices for email, web and social media.
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Strong typography, layout and visual hierarchy skills along with art direction of photography.
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Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
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Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
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Strong communication and collaboration skills.
What we offer:
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A competitive compensation program, including base salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and a matching group retirement savings plan.
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Paid vacation and sick leave to support your well-being and work-life balance.
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A generous Lee Valley employee discount.
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A supportive, family-oriented environment that encourages learning, growth, and long-term development.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000
Diversity and Inclusion:
At Lee Valley, we are proud to celebrate and foster a diverse team of professionals. We take pride in nurturing an inclusive culture that empowers our people to be their authentic selves, celebrate their differences and love where they work. Our diverse community combined with our inclusive culture, is what sets us apart in the industry.
We encourage all candidates to apply for job opportunities with Lee Valley regardless of race, national origin, colour, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital and family status, or disability.
Our Approach to Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
We believe that hiring decisions should be grounded in human judgment, thoughtful evaluation, and meaningful dialogue.
At Lee Valley, we do not use artificial intelligence tools to screen, rank, or make automated decisions about candidates. All applications are reviewed by members of our hiring team, and selection decisions are made through human assessment and professional judgment.
We are committed to a fair, transparent, and equitable recruitment process where candidates are evaluated based on their experience, skills, and potential — not by automated systems.
Accommodation Requests
If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to reach out.
How to Apply:
Please visit our careers page at https://www.leevalley.com/en-ca/careers
We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please submit your portfolio as a part of our recruitment process.
