Web / Graphic Designer

Rethink Solutions Inc. (RSI) is an Internet software development company with proprietary data management technologies that deliver secure, reliable, efficient, and rapid data processes over the web. We offer a flexible work environment and challenging projects with brand-name clients.

This position requires someone with a well-rounded understanding of graphic design, typography, information architecture, usability, technology, user experience design and online marketing. The role requires an up-to-date understanding of current design, and web trends.

The web/graphic designer is an integral part of the RSI team. She/he will be working in a highly skilled team environment and will be responsible for bringing to life our group of websites and web applications that follow our innovative strategies and design.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Liaise closely with RSI team and/or clients at the creative stage of web based projects;
• Develop and propose creative prototypes/solutions that address overall design, navigation, usability and layout of content;
• Develop and maintain user interfaces for our web applications/tools;
• Ensure that layout of content is accessible and logical; recommending improvements if necessary;
• Perform maintenance and updates to existing websites and web applications;
• Design and creation of brochures, flyers, and templates for print.
• Work with developers and technical staff to continually evolve our sites and applications;

Qualifications

• Post secondary IT degree or diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Extensive knowledge of HTML and CSS;
• Extensive experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Flash
• Experience with Dreamweaver or equivalent HTML editor;
• Good knowledge of JavaScript and Active Server Pages (ASP);
• Familiarity with search engine optimization (SEO) and performance;
• Attention to detail and creativity in problem solving;
• Superior knowledge of current web-design trends and technologies;
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to manage prioritized tasks while meeting deadlines;
• Strong technical skills and the desire/aptitude for continuous learning;
• Entrepreneurial spirit suited for ‘start-up’ environment - requiring flexibility to changing needs;

Remuneration will be commensurate with background and experience. If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume (including salary expectations) and a sample portfolio to: careers@rethinksolutions.com quoting your name and the position for which you are applying in the subject line of the email.

Your portfolio should contain the URLs of sites and/or Flash animations that show your design sense and creativity. Briefly note your contributions to each of the URLs you provide.

Submissions without a portfolio will not be considered.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls respecting this recruitment will be accepted.

No agencies please.
No phone calls please.