Web Designer

Is this job for you?:

The Brick is one of the top destinations for home furnishings in Canada. We’re known for our great value products, customer service and over 220 locations across the country and growing. Our newest focus is on building our online brand. Using digital channels like social media, email and our ever-changing website, we’re working to attract a new generation of Brick shoppers.

At The Brick, we build our creative in house. Website, email, social media, digital flyer; these are all different tactics our digital team handles. To keep up with production demands, we’re growing our marketing team. This position is a great opportunity to become exposed to all aspects of digital marketing with a top Canadian retailer. You need to have an enthusiasm for design. Whether it’s creating the next eye-catching email, a crafty social post, or building promotional banners for the website, we succeed by grabbing the attention of our customers.

Responsibilities:

Website Design: Design and develop promotional banners, website layouts, wireframes, prototypes, and user interfaces (UI).

User Experience (UX): Ensure websites are optimized for usability, accessibility, and mobile responsiveness.

Graphic Design: Create visually appealing graphics, icons, branding assets, and marketing materials.

Brand Consistency: Ensure all web pages and assets adhere strictly to company brand guidelines.

Collaboration: Work closely with developers, marketers, and stakeholders to execute the visual elements of our digital properties.

Quality Assurance: Test designs for functionality, cross-browser compatibility, and responsiveness.

Time Management: Effective time management and attention to detail is critical.

Resourcefulness: Gathering required information from the digital team, purchasing group, vendors and management.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 2-years of proven experience in web design, backed by a strong portfolio showcasing your work.

Design Tools: Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or the Adobe Creative Suite.

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive web design best practices. (Optional: Basic JavaScript or CMS experience like WordPress/Shopify).

Aesthetic Eye: Excellent visual design skills with a keen focus on typography, color theory, and layout.

Communication: Ability to articulate design decisions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why The Brick?:

A flexible and comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental and Paramedical Services for you and your family

Competitive remuneration package that will commensurate with experience

Career progression potential with plenty of access to ongoing personal and professional development

Employee discounts

A dynamic environment to showcase your leadership talents.

The Brick is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the process, please let the hiring manager know or reach out to hrhires@thebrick.com