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What you'll do

We are looking for a dynamic print/graphic designer to join our team in strengthening and elevating our brands across all apparel commodities and categories. This designer will work closely with AVP of Design and all design team members with a focus on developing prints and graphics across several brands that align with company vision and seasonal direction. A key responsibility is to communicate with cross functional teams from concept to production to ensure company product standards are met and seasonal calendar timelines are maintained.

• Collaborate with AVP of Design and design team members to establish seasonal creative direction and prepare seasonal mood boards based off market shopping and online trend research

• Research seasonal key trends, colour, application techniques and innovations

• Collaborate with AVP of Design and design team members to create prints and graphics for product lines that are brand right and align with seasonal direction

• Partner with Brand team to align with brand guides and direction

• Collaborate with external designer resources

• Partner across functional departments, such as merchandising, production, product development and technical design

• Facilitate in the selection of print/graphic application techniques and collaborate with product development regarding vendor capabilities

• Prepare technical production artwork for prints/graphics that specify scale, sizing, placement, or any relevant technical application details

• Enter and manage prints/graphics into PLM system as required

• Assist in approving print/graphic strike offs, hand looms, and knit downs

• Assist in the development of artwork for trims, hangtags, packaging, or branding

• Manage calendar deliverables and workflow

• All other duties as assigned

What you bring

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Suite, Illustrator and Photoshop is essential

• Strong abilities in both graphic design and development of original artwork

• Experience with color separation, color indexing, and preparation of artwork for textile application

• Proven ability to maintain a high standard of design and productivity in a fast-paced work environment

• Talent in understanding target customer by creating profitable product lines

• Basic comprehension of garment construction and garment specifications

• Must have an eye for detail, colour and creativity combined with fashion industry insight

• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

• Some travel for trade shows and market shopping may be required

• Degree in Fashion Design or Graphic Design

• 5+ years working experience within a Fashion/Apparel Design role, Graphic/Textile Design role, or related position

Hybrid

We value flexibility and have adopted a hybrid work model where employees can work both in-office and virtually based on the needs of their teams. Each leader has the authority to determine the most suitable approach for achieving desired outcomes.

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About Us

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.

Accommodations

We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.