Remote Graphic Designer

Be essential at Cars Commerce Canada

At Cars Commerce, we’re fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire& D2C Media, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it’s built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together– putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it’s hard. It’s our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.

But don’t take our word for it. Awarded the 2024 Best Places to Work by Built In, we’re obsessive about the employee experience. We are among the top 20% being declared “Best” of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.

ABOUT THIS ROLE:

The role of a Graphic Designer involves creating visually compelling and cohesive designs across various digital platforms. This includes transforming abstract ideas into clear visual concepts that align with brand identity and project objectives. The Graphic Designer is responsible for producing a wide range of digital assets, such as logos, website layouts, social media graphics, and digital advertisements. They apply key design principles like typography, color theory, and composition to create engaging visuals that are optimized for digital platforms and enhance the user experience.

In this role, the Graphic Designer works both independently and collaboratively, often managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and creativity. Proficient in industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Suite, they use their technical skills and creative insight to develop polished, innovative designs. They are also responsible for incorporating feedback from clients, managers, and team members to refine their work and meet project goals. Strong time management, the ability to prioritize tasks, and the capacity to work under tight deadlines are essential, as is staying updated on the latest digital design trends and tools to continuously improve and innovate.

Main Responsibilities:

• Create Visual Assets: Design a variety of digital materials, such as logos, brochures, website layouts, social media graphics, advertisements, and presentations, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
• Apply Advanced Typography Techniques: Skillfully utilize typography, including font pairing, spacing, hierarchy, and alignment, to create visually appealing and readable designs that enhance the overall message and user experience.
• Create Balanced Layouts and Compositions: Use principles of balance, alignment, proximity, and contrast to develop well-structured layouts that guide the viewer’s eye through the design in a clear and engaging way.
• Incorporate Visual Hierarchy: Implement techniques of visual hierarchy, using size, weight, color, and positioning to emphasize key elements in a design and ensure that the most important information is communicated clearly and effectively.
• Maintain Brand Consistency: Ensure that all design outputs adhere to the OEM brand’s style guide and requirements, maintaining consistency in fonts, colors, and imagery across all visual materials.
• Perform Quality Control Checks: Conduct thorough reviews of design assets to ensure accuracy in alignment, typography, and color consistency, while also verifying that all deliverables meet the technical specifications for digital output.
• Optimize Files for Performance: Ensure that all digital assets are optimized for performance across platforms (e.g., web, mobile, social media), balancing file size with quality for fast loading times without sacrificing visual integrity.
• Leverage Cutting-edge Tools and Techniques: Continuously improve by incorporating the latest design software features and industry techniques into workflow, pushing the quality and innovation of all visual materials produced.
• Establish Design Guidelines and Best Practices: Develop and maintain internal design standards and templates that help ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency across all projects and platforms.
• Collaborate with Cross-functional Teams: Work closely with marketing, product development, and web development teams to deliver cohesive design solutions that enhance the overall user experience.
• Manage Multiple Projects: Prioritize tasks and manage multiple design projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
• Follow an Efficient Design Workflow: Establish a structured design process from concept to completion, ensuring that each stage—research, brainstorming, drafting, revisions, and finalization—is efficiently managed for optimal productivity.
• Track and Report Progress: Regularly update managers and team members on the status of design projects, identifying potential bottlenecks and adjusting workflows to stay on target.
• Streamline Collaboration: Use project management tools (e.g., Google Sheets, Jira) to effectively manage tasks, collaborate with teams, and track feedback, ensuring seamless communication and workflow throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain Consistency Across Projects: Develop reusable templates, design systems, and style guides that streamline work processes, helping to maintain consistency and speed up the design project completion without sacrificing quality.

ABOUT YOU:

• Work Independently on Projects: Take ownership of design projects from concept to completion, managing tasks without constant supervision and delivering high-quality results.
• Make Informed Creative Decisions: Use sound judgment to make design decisions that align with project goals and brand guidelines, even in the absence of direct input.
• Adapt to Shifting Priorities: Quickly adjust to changes in project scope, deadlines, or client needs, demonstrating flexibility while still delivering high-quality work on time.
• Expertly Use Design Software: Maintain advanced proficiency in key graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), ensuring efficient and effective use in all design tasks.
• Deliver Projects On-Time: Consistently meet deadlines and manage workloads effectively, ensuring that projects are delivered on or ahead of schedule, even during high-pressure situations.
• Follow Through on Commitments: Take responsibility for assigned tasks and follow through on commitments, maintaining reliability and trust with team members and clients.
• Communicate Effectively: Provide timely updates and maintain open lines of communication, ensuring all stakeholders are informed of project progress and any potential delays.
• Maintain Consistent Quality: Uphold a high standard of work quality across all projects, regardless of size or complexity, ensuring consistent and dependable results.
• Exhibit Strong Attention to Detail: Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of the design process, from initial drafts to final deliverables.
• Maintain a High Standard of Professionalism: Uphold a strong sense of professionalism in interactions with colleagues, clients, and external partners, ensuring positive and respectful working relationships.
• Work Diligently Under Pressure: Maintain composure and focus when handling tight deadlines or challenging design requirements, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Continuously Improve: Show dedication to personal and professional growth by seeking constructive feedback and constantly looking for ways to improve design skills, efficiency, and output.

Preferred:

• Language proficiency in both French and English is required
• High school diploma or higher education is required
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is essential
• Experience in designing for digital advertising, including banner ads, email templates, and social media campaigns is preferred
• Experience working within established brand guidelines while contributing innovative ideas is preferred
• A minimum of 3+ years of experience in Graphic Design or relevant experience
• Demonstrated creative ability and artistic talent through a portfolio of work is preferred

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Our Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

• Medical, Paramedical & Dental Healthcare Plans
• New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position which is not inclusive of bonuses, benefits or other forms of compensation that the position may be eligible for. If you are hired at Cars Commerce, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills and/or experience. If the salary range is close to what you’re seeking, then we encourage you to apply and learn more about the total compensation package for this position.

Salary Range

$51,200—$61,400 CAD

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