Web designer

Join AutoTrader and shape the future of automotive e-commerce. We are on a mission to reinvent the digital retail experience for automotive consumers. Come to Trader and join a diverse workforce, working with the latest tech to pave the way for innovation. 

We are proud to have built an environment where everyone has an opportunity to be their creative best. A place where we value collaboration, curiosity and excellence. A place where we trust teams to work autonomously, make data-driven decisions and become masters of their craft through numerous learning opportunities. 

Sounds like something you would enjoy? 

We are looking for a Web Designer for the largest automotive marketplace in Canada. Note this is a 1-year full-time contract position. 

What you’ll do:

As part of a team of designers, developers, and creative analysts, you will design, create and maintain artwork for Trader Corporation websites and our Professional Customer websites. You will strategically implement design solutions that support the organization’s goals for improving user experience and results.

Key areas of responsibility are: 

Design and enhance elements of client websites, to their specifications and within the parameters of our platform 

Ensure designs are optimized for our developers and effective on mobile and desktop 

Create both static and animated banner ads for customers for distribution on Trader’s marketplaces 

Maintain superior design concepts through current knowledge of web design technologies and trends 

Adhere to all technical, branding, and web content accessibility guidelines 

Work closely with developers to ensure your designs are executable, and provide design feedback as part of the QA process 

Communicate with stakeholders and customers for revisions and approvals 

What you’ll need: 

Graphic Design diploma or bachelor's degree/community college diploma, or equivalent work experience 

Strong design portfolio 

Experience with design software: Adobe CS, Adobe XD, Adobe Photoshop, InVision, Flexitive, HTML5 

Excellent design skills, including typography, layout, colour, user interface & navigation 

Able to design for cross-platform compatibility 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

At home in a fast paced, agile, commercial online environment 

Creative vision and attention to detail 

Collaborative spirit, ability to give and accept feedback in a professional manner 

Preferred but not required: 

Familiarity with CMS such as WordPress 

Basic knowledge of video/animated banners 

Bilingual French/English preferred 

What’s in it for you… 

We understand that there is life at work and life outside of work. Here are a few benefits we all benefit from that support us to be our creative best. 

Fitness and wellness 

We provide discounts to nationwide gyms, onsite gyms (when we’re in the office), an Employee and Family Assistance Programme, as well as a virtual wellness program. 

Day 1 health benefits 

Gym discounts 

Local in-office free gyms 

Employee and Family Assistance program 

Weekly virtual wellness events 

Learning allowance 

In addition to in-house training, we provide an annual allowance of $1500 so you can grow your skills. 

Tuition allowance 

Conferences & training budget 

Regular internal training programs 

Financial planning 

Let us help you invest in your future with 3% matching towards your pension and multiple forms of income protection. 

Competitive salary 

3% CPP matching