Graphic Designer - Fixed-Term Contract
At a glance
Mid-level Graphic Design role at Altasciences. Remote, Canada · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate CA$73,677–CA$93,785 across Canada.
Altasciences has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Create marketing and brand visuals, including logos, brochures, ads, social graphics, event materials and presentations
- Turn scientific, technical and business information into clear designs for different formats, audiences and regions
- Carry the brand identity through campaigns and corporate materials, from early concepts to finished production
- Check designs for accuracy, accessibility and brand consistency, then manage approvals, deadlines and feedback
- Keep source files, templates and brand assets organized for teams to reuse
What you bring
- You have a completed DEC or AEC in graphic design or a related field, or an equivalent qualification
- You bring at least two years of related experience and a portfolio spanning digital and print design
- You are fluent in English and French, and have worked with content in multiple languages
- You are proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud, especially InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat
- You understand print production and digital design requirements, including file setup, image resolution and color modes
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits a self-directed designer who can balance assignments, deadlines and feedback while collaborating with marketing colleagues. The position is remote and based in Laval, Canada. English fluency is essential, and French is valued in the Quebec working environment.
From the employer
About The Role
The Graphic Designer will be responsible for the design and creation of various marketing collaterals in coordination with members of the Marketing team. Generate creative and innovative ideas and concepts, which comply with our business objectives, and which will be rolled out onto all brand manifestations (identity, business communication tools, promotional items, postings, print and electronic advertisements, WEB, etc).
What You'll Do Here
- Create visual concepts using software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate audiences.
- Design marketing and branding materials, such as logos, brochures, flyers, posters, ads, social media graphics, event materials, document templates, and presentations.
- Translate scientific, technical, and business-related information into clear and visually compelling content.
- Apply Altasciences’ visual identity and brand guide consistently across campaigns, communications, marketing literature, and corporate material.
- Support the visual development of marketing campaigns from initial concept through final production.
- Create and adapt designs for different formats, audiences, platforms, and regional needs.
- Review designs carefully for accuracy, consistency, accessibility, and brand alignment.
- Manage graphic design projects, deadlines, and approvals while responding constructively to feedback and changing priorities.
- Maintain organized source files, templates, and brand assets to support efficient collaboration across the organization.
- Contribute ideas that strength the Altasciences brand and improve the effectiveness of our marketing communications.
- Stay informed about graphic design best practices, digital formats, and creative trends relevant to B2B marketing.
- Support other creative or marketing initiatives as required by management.
What You'll Need To Succeed
- DEC or AEC degree completed or equivalent in Graphic Design or in other related field.
- Minimum two years of related experience
- A portfolio that demonstrates strong typography, layout, visual hierarchy, brand application, and graphic design across digital and print formats.
- Good communications skills in both French and English.
- Experience working with content in multiple languages.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat
- Experience with HTML5, responsive web design, and email design
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, VISIO, etc.)
- Familiarity with motion graphics, animation, and interactive content
- Knowledge of Figma
- A solid understanding of print production, file preparation, image resolution, color modes, and digital design requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, polished work.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple assignments and deadlines (must be self-directed).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain design choices, receive feedback, and work collaboratively.
- The ability to follow instructions and established brand standards while identifying opportunities for thoughtful creative evolution.
- Experience in graphic design for life sciences, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or another technical industry is considered an asset.
Altasciences strives to provide a French working environment for its employees in Quebec. Although as part of its francization program has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing the above-mentioned requirement. Fluency in English is an essential requirement for the position of Graphic Designer including, but not limited to, for the following reasons:
- The requirement to have study protocols, designs and clinical research documents written and documented in English as required by industry regulatory agencies.
- The employee communicates frequently with Altasciences employees across Canada and the United States. As such, English is the main language used to correspond between offices.
What We Offer
Altasciences' incentive programs include
- Training and development programs
- Employee orientation bonus program
- Annual performance reviews