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petvalu logoPetvalu · 0001 – Markham Office
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Pet Valu is Canada's leading pet specialty retailer, dedicated to strengthening the bond between dedicated pet lovers and their pets. With 50 years of animal care expertise, we operate over 800 stores across Canada under several banners, including Pet Valu, Bosley's, Total Pet, Paulmac's Pet, Tisol & Chico. Guided by our mission to deliver products, care, expertise, and memorable moments, Pet Valu is a place where people build meaningful careers while making a positive impact on pets and communities. What will you do? We're looking for a Digital Designer for a 12-month contract role who shares our enthusiasm for making pets (and their humans) happy. Are you a pro at designing purr-fectly paw-some digital experiences? You appreciate the diverse creative choices made in online content, recognizing the need for authenticity across different platforms. If you're a talented designer with a knack for creating compelling visuals that make Devoted Pet Lovers (and their pets) smile, you might just be the missing piece to our pack! This is a temporary contract until February 2028.

Responsibilities

  • Make it rain (cat treats... metaphorically): Design digital assets that drive engagement, boost brand awareness, and ultimately help us connect with Devoted Pet Parents who love their pets as much as we do.
  • Be a team player (because teamwork makes the dream work!): Work closely with the marketing team to ensure your designs are aligned with overall brand strategy and campaign.
  • Stay ahead of the curve: Keep up with the latest digital design trends and technologies, and bring fresh, innovative ideas to the table. We're always looking for new ways to capture our audience (and make their tails wag!).
  • Qualifications & Experience
  • A Passion for Pets: Seriously, we're not kitten around! You love animals as much as we do.
  • A Killer Portfolio: Show us your best work - the stuff that makes you proud! We want to see a range of digital design projects that demonstrate your skills and creativity.
  • You're a master of Figma, Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects.
  • 3-5 years of solid design and production experience with digital, motion graphics, print, branding design background.
  • Graphic design/Web diploma from a recognized Community college or University.
  • You approach projects with meticulous attention to detail and ensure high-quality control while managing multiple projects with an organized approach.
  • Experience using Asana project management and digital asset management tools.

Benefits

The targeted salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$75,000.00 annually. The final offer will be based on factors such as market location, relevant skills, experience and internal equity.Ready to join the team?Why work for us?At Pet Valu, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're passionate about creating an environment where you feel supported, included, and empowered to grow - both personally and professionally. Some of the perks of working with us include:Hybrid, Flexible Work OptionsLearning and Development support tailored to youAn inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice mattersFun company events that keep us connectedPreferred rates for car rentals, hotels, phone plans and gym discountsGenerous employee discounts on our productsPet Valu is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and accessibility. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).At Pet Valu, we are commFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options

Additional Information

Location: Markham, Ontario Job Description: Position: Digital Designer Type: Full-Time | Temporary | Hybrid Location: Markham, ON Reports to : Vice President, Marketing

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