Illustrator Specific Skills

Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs; Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations; Assist in developing storyboards for electronic productions; Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations

Graphic Designer Specific Skills

Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials; Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication; Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives; Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements; Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides; Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers; Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials; Co-ordinate sub-contracting

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus

Work Location Information Rural area; Urban area; Willing to relocate

Ability to Supervise 3-4 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation

Work Samples

Portfolio; Published work; Design sample; Website URL

Work Site Environment Non-smoking

Own Tools/Equipment

Fax machine; Computer; Printer; Internet access; Equipment

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Work Setting

Magazine or journal publisher; Graphic design firm; Advertising, marketing and public relations agency; Corporation

Additional Skills

Estimate costs of materials and time to complete graphic designs and illustrations; Work in a multidisciplinary environment; Supervise other graphic designers or graphic arts technicians; Adapt existing illustrations

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

QuarkXpress; PageMaker; Linux; HTML; Corel Draw; AutoCAD; InDesign; Social Media; Autodesk Maya; Adobe Freehand; Autodesk 3ds Max; Unity3D; PFTrack

Operating Systems and Software MARI; Toon Boom Harmony; Houdini

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education Bachelor's degree

Languages English