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sgsco

Creative Technologist, CGI

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

  • PTO

Help establish and maintain a high level of quality * Assist in bridging gaps between client requests, creative direction, production artists to final internal quality control and client delivery.

SGS & Co

Creative Technologist, CGI

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

  • PTO

Help establish and maintain a high level of quality * Assist in bridging gaps between client requests, creative direction, production artists to final internal quality control and client delivery.

Acosta

Creative Technologist

Toronto, ON

About the job The Creative Technologist will support the Android Brand and Google Play Creative team by building the tools, workflows, demos, and prototypes that help creative ideas get stronger and ...

HelloKindred

Creative Producer

Toronto, ON · On-site +1

HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid. Our vision is to make work ...

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SGS & Co

Creative Technologist, AI

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

  • PTO

Develop AI briefs & outline feedback with internal creative team and production * Assist in bridging gaps between client requests, creative direction, production artists to final internal quality ...

Phoenix

Creative Strategist

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$105K - CA$125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

We're a team of creative problem-solvers who move deliberately and collaborate in person, because ... These tools assist our recruitment team, and all final hiring decisions are made by real people ...

Trivium

Creative Strategist

Toronto, ON

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

A media buyer who can't talk creative is only half the picture, and so is a creative who can't run the account. We're looking for both, at a high level, in one person. This is a senior seat. If you ...

sgsco

Creative Technologist, AI

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

  • PTO

Develop AI briefs & outline feedback with internal creative team and production * Assist in bridging gaps between client requests, creative direction, production artists to final internal quality ...

Trivium

Jr Creative Strategist

Toronto, ON

The Creative Strategist is responsible for translating performance goals and audience insights into a clear, testable creative direction that drives measurable growth. This role owns creative ...

Marinabaysands

Together withthe Creative Strategy & Content teams, you willarticulate thecontentstrategy for Marina Bay Sands and ensure cohesive expression across all projects. * Support the development of ...

Vidsy

Social Creative

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

CA$55K - CA$75K/yr

About Vidsy Vidsy is a global creative platform transforming how the world's biggest brands create ... These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions ...

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How much do creative assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for creative assistant in Ontario is $15.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.06 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a creative assistant do?

A Creative Assistant supports creative teams or individuals by handling a variety of tasks such as organizing schedules, coordinating projects, preparing materials, and assisting with brainstorming sessions. They often help manage communications, conduct research, and handle some administrative duties to ensure smooth workflow. Creative Assistants may also be involved in social media, graphic design, or content creation, depending on the industry and team needs.

What does a creative assistant do?

A creative assistant typically works in the marketing industry. In this position, you provide support for a team of creatives that designs content for advertising and promotional purposes. Your duties can vary depending on where you work and the details of each of your projects. In some assistant jobs, you help create and edit text or imagery. In other positions, you focus on administrative and organizational responsibilities. You ensure that the creative team meets benchmarks, schedule meetings, and arrange for contractors to take part in the project. You organize images and track progress for each project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a creative assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Creative Assistant, you need a solid grasp of design fundamentals, organizational skills, and a relevant degree or experience in creative fields. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite, project management platforms, and digital asset management systems is typically required. Strong communication, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving skills help you excel in fast-paced, collaborative environments. These abilities ensure you can efficiently support creative teams, manage projects, and contribute to high-quality creative output.

How does a creative assistant typically support multiple projects and team members simultaneously?

Creative Assistants often juggle several projects at once, providing administrative and creative support to designers, writers, and marketing teams. This role involves managing schedules, coordinating meetings, preparing presentation materials, and assisting with brainstorming sessions. Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and clear communication are essential to keeping workflows smooth and ensuring deadlines are met. Creative Assistants regularly collaborate with various departments, acting as a bridge to ensure everyone is aligned and project goals are achieved efficiently.

What is the difference between Creative Assistant vs Graphic Designer?

AspectCreative AssistantGraphic Designer
CredentialsTypically a high school diploma or associate's degree; some roles prefer a bachelor's in art or designBachelor's degree in graphic design, visual arts, or related field
Work EnvironmentSupportive roles in creative teams, often in agencies or corporate settingsDesign studios, advertising agencies, or in-house corporate teams
ResponsibilitiesAssisting with project prep, research, basic design tasks, and administrative supportCreating visual concepts, designing layouts, and producing final artwork

While both roles support creative projects, a Creative Assistant primarily provides support and performs basic tasks, whereas a Graphic Designer is responsible for creating and executing visual designs. The roles often overlap in work environment and required skills, but the Graphic Designer has a more specialized and independent design focus.

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Infographic showing various Creative Assistant job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,467 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

CGI Creative Technologist

Everforth, Cybercoders

Etobicoke, ON • Hybrid

CA$60 - CA$68/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

CGI Creative Technologist

CGI Creative Technologist (Houdini, Maya, CPG)
6 months, approx 37 hours/week
Hybrid, 3 days/week (Tuesday - Thursday)
Rate: $60-65/hr (T4)
Our client in the CPG space is looking for a CGI Creative Technologist  to join their team for at least the next 6 months.

This is an exciting role for a CGI Creative Technologist join our global Content Studio team (CGI, Photography, Retouching, Video and Post Production) to help elevate our production pipelines and assist our R&D team in enhancing creative workstreams. The ideal candidates will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of motion, VFX, CPG goods, and advertising with an eye for quality, strong brand guardianship, and strong communication skills. As an CGI Creative Technologist, you'll work alongside our CGI, video and retouching teams, as well as client services and producers to bring a high-level creative consistency and collaboration to our campaign projects.

Requirements of the CGI Creative Technologist:
-Experience in art directing and visual storytelling for CPG brands and beyond
-A background in CGI, Photography or Retouching is a great asset
-Deep understanding of the AI process from modelling, prompting, creating and developing workflows
-Ability to use AI to empower creative coding workflows

Software skills:
-Expert knowledge of CGI Software such as Houdini, Maya, Cinema 4D, Karma, Redshift, and Vray
-Expert knowledge of AI software including Weavy, Comfy, Claude, ChatGTP and more
-Proficient in the Creative Cloud Suite, including Photoshop, After Effects, Substance toolkit

Responsibilities of the CGI Creative Technologist: 
-Collaborate with cross-functional creative teams to conceptualize and develop high-end CGI and visual content across the production pipeline
-Build, refine, test and socialize creative tools, techniques and workflows to achieve high-quality outputs
-Help lead and develop internal adoption of new CGI tools, technologies and pipelines across creative disciplines
-Champion excellence in craft, pushing boundaries of creation, in the day-to-day workflows, projects and teams pushing transformational evolution of our craft skills, processes and deliverables through CGI and emerging technologies
-Provide technically creative solutions for varying levels of production from concept visuals to campaigns, photo shoots, product launches, and other brand initiatives
-Maintain a unified artistic direction and high creative standard in the creation of assets for a global brand, with an extensive range of brands and products
-Help lead the collaborative development and process of all work from inception to final delivery
-Help establish and maintain a high level of quality control
-Assist in bridging gaps between client requests, creative direction, production artists to final internal quality control and client delivery

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

- This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 08/07/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth Creative Circle ULC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, record of offences and/or any other ground protected by applicable law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results. If you require accommodation in the application process on the basis of a disability or any other ground protected by applicable law, please contact a member of our Human Resources team at HumanResources@creativecircle.com or your Everforth Creative Circle Recruiter to make arrangements.

Salary

$60 - $68 USD per hour