Job Description

Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.

Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a 6 months contract opportunity for a Creative Designer. This role is based out of our office in: Richmond Street, Toronto.

Here’s where you’ll have an impact:

• Responsible for producing visually compelling and innovative designs that effectively communicate the brand’s message and support marketing objectives. This role involves collaborating with various teams to develop creative solutions for a wide range of projects, including digital, print, and multimedia formats.
• The Creative Designer will use their artistic skills and design expertise to create engaging and impactful visual content.
• Develop high-quality visual designs for various platforms, including websites, social media, email campaigns, advertisements, brochures, and other marketing materials.
• Collaborate with the creative team and stakeholders to brainstorm and refine design concepts that align with project goals and brand guidelines.
• Ensure that all designs adhere to brand standards and maintain a consistent look and feel across all media and communication channels.
• Manage design projects from initial concept through final execution, ensuring that deadlines are met and deliverables are of high quality.
• Work closely with copywriters, marketers, and other team members to integrate design elements with content and achieve cohesive and effective marketing solutions.
• Accept and incorporate feedback from team members, clients, or stakeholders to refine and improve design work.
• Stay updated on design trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices. Incorporate new ideas and techniques to keep designs fresh and innovative.
• Prepare and deliver final design files in various formats, ensuring they are optimized for print and digital use.

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What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Fine Arts, or a related field. Additional certifications or training in design-related areas are a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in graphic design or a related role, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects across different mediums.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools. Familiarity with web design tools (e.g., Sketch, Figma) and video editing software is a plus. Experience working with AI is also a plus.

Who we are
Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.
Learn more about our story and culture:
Who We Are | Why Work With Us
Total Rewards
We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
Additional Information
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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.
Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.