Graphic Design Coordinator

Overview

Graphic Design Coordinator Jobs in Toronto, Canada at Aecon

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon’s Corporate Affairs, Corporate Communications & Marketing Team produces compelling and strategic digital and print content to inform, engage, and connect Aecon’s people, clients, partners, and communities. With multiple offices and sites across the company, keeping everybody strategically aligned and up to date in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment is a huge challenge – and we thrive on it. We also lead the way when it comes to building and maintaining a strong and consistent brand through a wide range of marketing collateral for both internal and external audiences.

And when it’s in-person, virtual, or hybrid event time, this is the go-to team for conference agenda development and event logistics for corporate functions of all sizes and scopes.

As a Graphic Design Coordinator, you’ll support the development of Aecon’s visual communications across both print and digital platforms. Working primarily in Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva Enterprise, you’ll help design and produce a wide range of materials, including presentations, internal communications, marketing collateral, social content, and print assets.

You bring a strong eye for detail, an organized approach to your work, and a genuine eagerness to learn and grow. With a solid foundation in graphic design principles such as layout, typography, and visual hierarchy, you also have a working understanding of print production and digital best practices. You’re comfortable designing within established brand guidelines to ensure consistency, while also contributing fresh ideas and thoughtful improvements to how the brand shows up across channels.

Curious about design trends and tools, you welcome feedback and apply it constructively to your work.

You’re able to manage multiple projects at once, prioritize competing deadlines, and balance speed with quality – delivering reliable, on‑brand work in a fast‑paced environment.

Reporting to the Director of Communications with direct guidance of our Manager of Brand Design, you’ll collaborate closely with the design team, and cross‑functional partners to support business needs and contribute to the ongoing evolution of Aecon’s brand.

Please note this is a 12-month contract opportunity.

What You’ll Do Here:

Design and produce digital and print assets in alignment with Aecon’s brand standards

Build and maintain Canva templates, including basic animations and short video content

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting timelines and production requirements

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate business goals into clear, effective visual solutions

Interpret high‑level concepts and data to create engaging graphics for presentations and communications

Contribute to team process improvements and shared learnings

Stay current on design trends, tools, and emerging channels

What You Bring to the Team:

Diploma or degree in Graphic Design (or equivalent experience)

2+ years of experience in an in‑house or agency design environment is preferred but we welcome recent graduates

A strong portfolio demonstrating visual craft, design thinking, and attention to detail

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

Working knowledge of Canva Enterprise, including animation capabilities

Working knowledge and experience in Microsoft Power Point

Solid understanding of print production and file preparation

Experience designing for both digital and print formats

Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design decisions

Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

A collaborative mindset, openness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve

Nice to have:

Experience in Photography, Video Production, Animation or Motions Graphics

Knowledge/Experience in User Experience/User Interface Design

Knowledge/Experience in Marketing or Communications

RGD membership or affiliation

Reason for Vacancy:
Replacement

The expected pay range for this role is: $60,000 – $65,000 per year

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

Title: Graphic Design Coordinator

Company: Aecon

Location: Toronto, Canada

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