Junior Design, Co-op

Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Job Description:

Length of term: 4 months (Fall 2023) September - December 2023

Hybrid: This co-op opportunity will be a combination of in person and hybrid work. When working remotely, you will be required to work within the province. Remote work outside of Canada will not be a possibility.

Reporting to the Manager, Graphic Design, the Junior Design, Co-op is responsible for providing support for the Global Marketing Design Services department through a variety of channels, print, digital, web, video and other as assigned.

What will you do?

• Assist with the development and design of core Sun Life graphics, logos, collateral event materials and a variety of other creative tasks, as assigned
• Create and design print and digital materials
• Adhere to brand guidelines and complete projects according to assigned deadlines
• Retouch and manipulate images
• Use graphic design software and work with a wide variety of media
• Receive creative briefs from the Studio Manager to acquire and confirm all project details
• Collaborate with the Senior Designers to develop design concepts
• Receive feedback from the Director of Design Services and Lead Designer and make necessary changes
• Prepare final publication assets for digital and/or print requirements

What do you need to succeed?

• Graphic Design major preferred
• Basic knowledge of layouts, typography, line composition, colour, and other graphic design fundamentals
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Strong creative skills

What is in it for you?

• An environment of continuous learning and improvement that encourages creativity
• Hybrid working environment, where you can choose from a variety of workstations and collaboration zones based on your daily needs
• A friendly, collaborative and inclusive culture
• Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the US
• Named 2021 “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor
• Canada Award for Excellence for Mental Health at Work - 2021

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.

Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Category:

Temporary Employee

Posting End Date:

26/05/2023