Scientific Technical Officer R15 – Graphic Artist

Employer Description

BC Pension Corporation is one of the largest professional pension service providers in Canada. We serve over 718,000 active and retired members and more than 1,000 plan employers, paying out nearly $500 million in benefits each month (over 5.8 billion a year) to over 233,000 retirees.

One in eight BC citizens is a member of one of the five pension plans we serve. Services include providing plan information to members and employers, managing contributions and members records, paying pension benefits, and providing policy, financial and communication services to plan boards. We are a community of dedicated professionals who share common beliefs about client service and a desire to make our organization an even better place tomorrow than it is today.

Job Description

Classification: Scientific Technical Officer R15

Reports to: Production Manager, Corporate and Plan Communications

Salary Range: $59,015.56 to $66,749.47 per annum

Union/Excluded: BCGEU

Security Screening: Required

Job Type: Temporary full time until December 2025

Additional Info: An eligibility list to fill future vacancies may be established. This temporary opportunity may be extended or made regular.

We are seeking a Graphic Artist to join our team in VICTORIA, British Columbia, Canada.

The Graphic Artist will support various corporate and board products, including the launch of Wave 2 of the 20|30 Strategic Plan, brand updates and implementation, and internal and external campaigns and events.

We are looking for a graphic designer with a strong skillset in the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, and the ability to interpret ideas and concepts into compelling graphics and products, i.e., infographics or digital media solutions.

The successful candidate will have an influential role on a small creative services team with room to grow. They will work with varied products and design projects and have an ability to influence creative decisions and solutions.

If you have a positive, can-do approach to your work, are interested in tackling a variety of creative projects, and are committed to continuous learning and client service, this is the role for you.

Hybrid Work Model

This position is located in our Victoria, BC office. You will have the opportunity to work part of the time on-campus and part of the time off-campus. Guidelines and requirements for in-office presence are determined by operational need and vary according to the unique needs of each business area.  

Responsibilities

• Consults with clients to determine their graphic communication needs and audiences.
• Provides advice and creative counsel on design options within budgetary limitations.
• Searches for and analyses background materials.
• Recommends project schedules to clients and ensures production of materials within established deadlines.
• Produces and coordinates the production of products to industry standards through contracted service providers.
• Ensures quality control on all in-house design projects.
• Ensures that designs and computer files meet government and industry standards.
• Monitors the technical content of the work of consultants contracted to undertake projects to ensure compatibility of documents.
• Establishes and maintains image banks.
• Keeps current on graphic art trends.

Qualifications

Must have

• Diploma in graphic design or equivalent, and 2 years of related experience.
• Related experience must include:

          -Experience in a creative role on an in-house corporate creative team or with a creative agency.

          -Experience producing a variety of graphic arts products to meet client requirements.

          -Experience in photo selection and photo editing.

          -Experience working with print, digital media and multi-media.

• An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience may be considered.

Nice to have:

• Experience working in a regulated sector and/or financial sector is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of graphic design principles.
• Advanced knowledge in graphic design software, including: Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat; aptitude in Microsoft 365 environment, specifically PowerPoint and Microsoft Word; preference given to those with knowledge of a SharePoint environment.
• Ability to translate data and concepts into effective graphics.
• Ability to navigate complex corporate and/or public service environments; ability to foster strong working relationships with multiple business partners.
• Ability to generate accurate results and work under tight timelines.

Application requirements

Cover letter: Required, please include a link to your portfolio.  If it is not included your application will not be considered.

Resume: A resume is required as part of your application. Ensure your resume includes your education, the start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relate to the job requirements.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm PST on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

Please apply through our career website:   https://fa-exby-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1013/requisitions

Diversity & Inclusion

BC Pension Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law. 

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email us at jobs@pensionsbc.ca.  

Thank you for your interest in working with us. We will let you know about your status in this competition as soon as possible. If you have questions about this opportunity, please email us at jobs@pensionsbc.ca.