Senior Designer (6 Month FTC)

You will design experiences for a large-scale eCommerce platform that will set the standards for others to follow. This role will focus on visual and art direction, concepting, prototyping and production. You are design focused, detail-oriented, and excellent at collaborating and multitasking. You thrive navigating complexity within teams, organizations, and creativity, and you are open to following or leading as the situation demands. You will exercise discretion and independent judgment while designing digital experiences, lifestyle, and technology content that deeply connect with people. You will report to the Creative Director and support the company’s strategic goals.

• Contribute to the design and production of large‑scale digital projects for Google, including e‑commerce, content, branding, social, and more.
• Build presentations, craft documentation, and deliver asset kits to developers and other team members.
• Act as a leader and a team player by contributing to the creative execution of the company’s efforts and putting the client and team first.
• Bring a point‑of‑view with fresh perspectives to the team.
• Take on other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Work with minimal processes in place, solving problems by being optimistic and using proactive thought processes and skills.

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in design and interactive work.
• Knowledge, communicative and analytical skills equivalent to those normally obtained through a Bachelor’s degree in a design, visual arts or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Knowledge of visual design, user‑centered experience design, interaction design, brand development, and the creative process.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.).
• Expert proficiency in Figma and design systems.
• Advanced prototyping skills using Figma or equivalent tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Experience creating lightweight motion assets (GIF, APNG, etc.).
• Foundational knowledge of HTML and CSS.
• Knowledge of accessibility and user‑centered design practices (AODA/WCAG).
• Strong public‑speaking skills with the ability to build presentations and confidently present to stakeholders at all levels.
• An open and curious mind in all areas of creative and design work and the ability to remain positive even in challenging situations.
• A solid point‑of‑view and a collaborative nature.
• Excellent organizational skills and a very high level of attention to detail.
• High ability to set goals and priorities in a constantly changing environment.
• Strong problem‑solving ability to develop solutions for client needs.
• Follow‑through and ownership of getting a job completed on time, even with tight deadlines.
• Dedication to understanding the requested task, feedback, and decisions made; not afraid to ask questions for clarity.
• Effective communication one‑on‑one and in large groups.

• A flexible, hybrid/remote working policy.
• An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies.
• Mental health support and a company sick‑pay scheme.
• 15 days of paid holiday annually (plus public holidays).
• Refreshments provided in the office all week.
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies to support new parents.
• Social and cultural events, with many opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Inspirational talks with regular guest speakers and events.
• Learning and development opportunities to grow with continuous learning.
• Buddy programme: paired with a buddy for the first weeks at DEPT®.
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT® is a certified B‑Corp and has been named Agency of the Year at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, from local to global, across industries. Celebrating all successes together.
• Opportunity to develop skills further through training, development and certification.
• Global annual DEPT® Cares Month, where employees donate skills to support local charities.

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $65,000 – $70,000 CAD.

At DEPT®, we use AI‑assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarize interview conversations so interviewers can stay fully focused. Using the AI is optional; let us know if you’d prefer it not to be used.

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively recruit, develop, nurture and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. We encourage reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and on the job. DEPT® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.