Graphic Design Intern Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Marketing & Proposal Design Specialist to join the marketing team of an established, multi‑disciplinary professional services firm. This role combines graphic design, proposal development, and marketing coordination, supporting the firm's business development efforts through the creation of compelling, visually engaging, and client-focused materials.

Working closely with project teams, leadership, and the Director of Marketing, the successful candidate will play a key role in helping the firm pursue new opportunities, elevate its visual communications, and maintain a consistent and professional brand presence. This position offers the opportunity to contribute both creatively and strategically within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and design of high-quality RFP responses, proposals, award submissions, and interview presentations.
• Collaborate with project teams and internal stakeholders to gather information and develop compelling pursuit materials.
• Design and produce project reports, presentations, and supporting documentation, including graphic layouts and text formatting.
• Develop and maintain a variety of marketing collateral, including brochures, project sheets, advertisements, publications, resumes, presentations, internal communications, and digital content.
• Maintain and update project, marketing, and proposal databases to support business development initiatives.
• Research clients, market sectors, competitors, and industry trends to support pursuit strategies and marketing initiatives.
• Contribute new ideas and creative approaches to strengthen the firm's visual communications and marketing efforts.
• Provide general marketing, coordination, and administrative support as required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, Digital Design, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of graphic design principles, typography, layout, visual hierarchy, and brand consistency.
• Demonstrated graphic design experience supported by a professional portfolio.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience

• Experience designing proposals, presentations, publications, reports, or other multi-page documents.
• Previous experience supporting business development, marketing, or proposal functions within a professional services environment.
• Experience in architecture, engineering, construction, or design industries is considered a strong asset.
• Comfortable working with tight deadlines and occasional last-minute requests.
• Combination of creative thinking and strong execution skills.

Work Environment

• Collaborative marketing team consisting of specialists across Calgary and Edmonton.
• Opportunity to join a growing team following the departure of a long-tenured senior marketing professional.
• Creative, design-focused culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and new ideas.
• Position can be based in either Calgary or Edmonton.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Approximately $50,000-60,000 annually.
• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive Blue Cross health and dental benefits program.
• Professional development allowance of $500 annually.
• Extensive learning and educational support opportunities.
• 3 weeks of vacation, with flexibility for experienced candidates.
• 10 paid sick days.
• 4 paid volunteer days annually.
• Hybrid work environment.