Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer
Reports to: Associate Creative Director
Location: Hybrid
Salary: $68,000.00
Position Type: Existing vacancy, Temporary 1 year, Full-Time Contract
Perks: Benefits Package
Join an organization that's making an impact in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities. Ampere (formerly the Pinnguaq Association) isn't just another non-profit. We're an award-winning catalyst for change, activating opportunities for people of all ages in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities to unlock their potential through STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). Through our partnerships with communities, businesses, and technology creators, we co-design and deliver culturally responsive tools, resources, curriculums, and world-class digital skill & AI programming across the country. We believe the best education doesn't feel like work, it feels like discovery.
From our roots in Pangnirtung, Nunavut, we've grown to operate Makerspace and Skills Hubs in Iqaluit (Nunavut), Bathurst (New Brunswick), and the Kawartha Lakes (Ontario), while collaborating with partners nationwide. Our Lifecycle approach ensures that we're with learners at every age and every stage of life, and our mission-driven model ensures that 100% of social enterprise proceeds sustain programs that benefit communities we serve.
Your work here directly changes lives. If you're passionate about making a tangible difference, this is where you belong.
Why Join us?
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Mission-driven impact – Working alongside Inuit communities to advance the vision of Nunavut and Inuit self-determination across Canada.
- Enjoy the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance with schedules that fit your lifestyle.
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Comprehensive benefits – Access a robust benefits package designed to support your health and wellness.
- Pension Plan – Plan for your future with a competitive pension plan.
- Wellness Perks – Take advantage of wellness initiatives that promote your physical and mental well-being.
Join a creative team working on meaningful projects that support STEAM education and AI literacy across Canada. We’re hiring a Senior Graphic Designer to join our team on a temporary, 1-year contract. We’re looking for a highly skilled designer who brings strong creative thinking and a high level of craft to their work. You take pride in producing polished, thoughtful design and are able to take direction, run with it, and deliver solutions that feel considered and on-brand. You’re comfortable working independently and don’t need a lot of oversight to get to a strong solution. You'll work closely with the Associate Creative Director to bring Ampere’s brand to life across a wide range of touchpoints, including digital, print, campaigns, and events. This is a hands-on role focused on execution, collaboration, and maintaining a high standard of design across everything we create.
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Execute high-quality design across both digital and print, including web, branding, reports, campaigns, and event materials.
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Support Ampere’s internal initiatives, as well as creative for external partners, funders, and collaborative programs.
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Take creative direction and briefs and translate them into thoughtful, well-crafted visual solutions, applying a strong eye for typography, layout, and composition throughout.
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Maintain and apply Ampere’s brand across all deliverables, ensuring consistency while supporting the ongoing evolution of brand systems and guidelines.
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Collaborate closely with the Associate Creative Director, as well as marketing and program teams, to deliver effective creative solutions.
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Use clear communication, incorporate feedback efficiently, and stay aligned with project goals.
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Manage multiple projects and deadlines, prepare final files for production, and support campaign rollouts, asset versioning, and overall production needs.
- Degree or diploma in Graphic Design or Visual Communication
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4+ years of experience working at a senior level
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Strong portfolio demonstrating brand, campaign, print, and digital work
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High proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
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Experience with Figma and UI/UX is an asset
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Strong foundation in typography, layout, and visual systems
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Ability to take direction and execute with a high level of craft and accuracy
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Exceptional attention to detail and production precision
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Strong organizational and time management skills
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Clear communication and collaboration skills
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Experience with accessibility standards (PDFs, EPUBs) is an asset
Ampere prioritizes the safety of our employees and the community members we work with, because of this we may require both new hires and current team members to undergo a Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS). The approval for acceptance of a VSS lies with our People and Culture Team and Management. To ensure up-to-date documentation, please ensure it has not been over six months since the date of completion of the VSS you are submitting. The expense for the VSS falls on the individual, not the company, if there are any concerns regarding this please speak to the People and Culture Team. Additionally, please confirm you're completing the VSS in the correct region. Ampere strongly believes in fostering diversity within the communities we serve. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Ampere is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process. We do not use AI or automated systems to screen or evaluate job applicants. Every application is reviewed by a member of our hiring team to ensure a fair and human-centered selection process. 