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AECOM

Railway Signals Designer

Mississauga, ON

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Produces sets of drawings, including filing and archiving of drawings, and participates in quality reviews prior to dissemination of drawings. * Assist in the preparation of proposals, design ...

Mattamy Homes

Project Coordinator

Ottawa, ON · Hybrid

Process and track shop drawings * Assist in coordinating submissions, distribution, and approvals of shop drawings * Process and track SI and RFI to and from consultants along with project manager

Liberty Staffing

Estimator

Guelph, ON · On-site

CA$26 - CA$28/hr

... drawings. - Assist in generation of bill of material. Requirements: - Detail-oriented - Minimum of 2 years' experience in manufacturing environment. Knowledge of metal fabrication, welding, assembly ...

Aecon Group Inc.

Assistant Project Manager

Toronto, ON

CA$110K - CA$130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Evaluate and recommend design changes, specifications and drawing releases. * Provide status and progress reports to customers, project team, and management. * Forecast and track change orders and ...

Broccolini

Project Administrative Assistant

Ottawa, ON · On-site

Upload, organize, and distribute drawings and project documents to internal teams and subcontractors * Maintain accurate and up-to-date project records, including directories and logs * Assist with ...

Archmill House

Assistant Project Manager

Ancaster, ON · On-site

Coordinate with the design team to track Architectural and MEP drawing progress. * Monitor project milestones and follow up on outstanding deliverables. * Assist in coordinating drawing reviews and ...

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How much do drawing assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for drawing assistant in Ontario is $21.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a drawing assistant?

A Drawing Assistant supports artists, designers, or engineers by creating, refining, or managing drawings and illustrations. They may use digital tools or traditional techniques to assist with designs, technical schematics, or artistic projects. Responsibilities often include tracing, modifying, or organizing drawings based on project requirements. Attention to detail and proficiency in drawing software or manual techniques are essential skills for this role.

What jobs can I do if I like drawing?

Drawing assistants can pursue careers as illustrators, concept artists, graphic designers, or animation artists, often working in creative industries such as publishing, advertising, or entertainment. These roles typically require strong drawing skills, proficiency with digital tools like Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator, and a portfolio to showcase their work.

What kind of projects or tasks can I expect to work on as a drawing assistant?

As a Drawing Assistant, you'll typically support lead artists, designers, or architects by preparing sketches, technical drawings, or revisions based on project needs. Your daily tasks may involve digitizing hand-drawn concepts, making corrections, updating drawing files, and organizing project materials to ensure workflow efficiency. You'll often collaborate closely with team members to ensure designs meet client and project specifications. This role provides an excellent opportunity to build your portfolio and gain hands-on experience, which can lead to more advanced positions in the design or creative field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the drawing assistant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Drawing Assistant, you need a solid understanding of drawing techniques, attention to detail, and experience in drafting or illustration, often with a relevant educational background in art or design. Familiarity with digital illustration software like Adobe Illustrator, AutoCAD, or similar design tools is commonly expected. Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills help Drawing Assistants collaborate effectively and meet deadlines. These skills are crucial for producing accurate, quality drawings and supporting lead artists or designers in fast-paced creative environments.

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Infographic showing various Drawing Assistant job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,864 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Master Instructor - Drawing and Painting

Town of Oakville

Oakville, ON

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Job Details:
Part-Time

Posting Status:
Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants.

Duration:
Contract hours, by course appointment, varied at 1 to 8 hours weekly

Closing Date:
Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by 11:59 pm on December 31, 2026.


This posting is for current and future opportunities and will be filled on an as needed basis. Applications will be considered for any openings that become available between now and December 31, 2026.

Job Responsibilities:

To provide instructional art classes in a drawing and painting to children, youth and adults in a studio arts. Must be an independent, reliable individual able to work with minimal supervision and expected to assist in developing curriculum.

Master instructors are responsible for developing program specific curriculum, preparing and teaching classes to ages 3+ in any of the following media:

  • Drawing,
  • Painting,
  • Printmaking

Master instructors will:

  • Prepare, lead and deliver visual art classes to meet the needs of all participants registered in the program
  • Assist in the research and development of appropriate arts programming for beginner and practicing artists, ensuring that art activities are safe, creative, and inclusive of all program participants
  • Provide a positive learning and recreational experience for all participants

Qualifications:

  • Enrollment in or completion of a post-secondary program in Visual Arts or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated abilities and a strong knowledge of contemporary visual art
  • Familiar with a broad range of artistic techniques, practices and materials with one or more of the following interests/skills: painting, drawing, illustration, printmaking, mixed media.
  • Experience developing lesson and activity plans
  • Previous teaching experience in an educational setting
  • Strong organizational, planning, time management and leadership skills
  • Ability to be flexible and adapt instructional practices to diverse audiences
  • Ability to work independently
  • HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) is required for instructing children's programs ages 4-12 years.

Please note that this position requires a satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector screening check dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment. Candidates who are under the age of 18 at the time of hire will only be required to provide a criminal record check.

Letters of application should address the candidate's expertise in the areas of teaching, professional work, and community service. All applicants must be able to provide a portfolio that demonstrates all of the above during the interview process.

Refer to the Recreation and Culture programs at Oakville.ca for descriptions of children, youth and adult art programs.
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre (QEPCCC) is a unique multi-purpose recreation, arts and culture facility located in Oakville, Ontario. QEPCCC offers many drop-in and registered recreational, cultural and aquatic programs, including a studio drop-in program and memberships , and an exhibitionsprogram. Refer to the Recreation and Culture Programs page for a list of current culture programs and camps offered at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre.

DATED: August 5, 2026

The Town's recruitment software includes elements of artificial intelligence to assist in the screening and short-listing of qualified candidates.

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Type: Part Time

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