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Concept Designer Packaging

Giant Tiger

Ottawa, ON | Onsite or Remote Possible

May 17
Job Description

Recognized as an Employer of Choice, Giant Tiger provides dynamic work environments with many opportunities for a fulfilling career. We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 60 years of success. If you are looking for a challenging and stimulating career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.

Giant Tiger Offers:
- Giant Tiger Store Discount
- Work Your Way! Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement;
- Health/Dental/Vision benefits;
- 24/7 access to onsite gym;
- Full Service Cafeteria
- Weekly summer barbeques and staff events all year;

Role Specific Accountabilities
- Complete the creation of conceptual artwork that will be applied to packaging, labels, hangtags.
- Complete the creation of seasonal themes, mood boards for packaging design that supports category strategy and product development.
- Coordinate all packaging design processes with internal and external stakeholders
- Complete market research on trends and packaging design

Knowledge & Skills
Requirements
- 5+ years, experience as a packaging designer; at a brand design agency or in-house at a retailer
- Highly skilled in research, ideation, concepting, graphic design, typography, and colour theory
- Strong written and spoken communication and presentation skills
- Thorough understanding of illustration and food photography trends and techniques.
- Skilled in relationship and project management, and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
- Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts or equivalent; experience working in the creative industry strongly preferred.

Assets
- Bilingual English and French

Travel Requirements
- Minimal as required

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices. Are you are interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway! During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture. If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact careers@gianttiger.com.

Giant Tiger

Are you looking for a career that will let you learn, grow and challenge yourself in a FRIENDLY and FUN environment? We’re proud to be Canadian, proud to support the communities that we work and play in and proud of our continued success for over 50 years. Have a look at our current openings and you'll see that a career with Giant Tiger is just what you’ve been looking for!