Graphic Design Manager Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

COMPETITION NUMBER: 1806
CLOSING DATE: August 11th, 2026 @ 11:59pm MST

ENROLMENT & COMMUNICATIONS

The Graphic Designer reports to the Manager, Visual Communications, Strategic Communications. This role provides graphic design expertise that supports NorQuest College's brand, marketing, and institutional communications. The position is responsible for creating visually engaging, inclusive, and accessible designs across a wide range of digital and print assets while ensuring brand consistency through the application of NorQuest's visual identity standards. Working collaboratively with internal clients and colleagues across the college, this role translates messages into clear, effective visual communication that supports marketing, recruitment, engagement, and brand goals.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• • Interpret and develop creative concepts and produce digital and print designs aligned with NorQuest's strategic priorities.
  • Translate complex information and messaging into clear, engaging visual formats for diverse audiences.
  • Ensure all design outputs meet accessibility standards and reflect inclusive design practices.
  • Apply and uphold NorQuest's brand guidelines consistently across all materials to maintain a cohesive institutional identity.
  • Review, update, and refine existing assets to ensure accuracy, compliance, and brand alignment.
  • Produce a wide range of marketing and communication assets, including social graphics, print collateral, digital ads, presentations, signage, and templates.
  • Prepare production-ready files for print and digital distribution while maintaining version control, file organization, and asset libraries.
  • Work closely with internal clients, project managers, and marketing partners to understand project objectives and deliver design solutions that meet strategic needs.
  • Provide design recommendations, creative guidance, and technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Stay current with design trends, accessibility guidelines, technology trends, and industry best practices while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOU BRING

• • Diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or an equivalent post-secondary program, with 2-4 years of professional graphic design experience.
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
  • Strong understanding of typography, layout, colour theory, hierarchy, and visual communication principles.
  • Experience creating accessible and inclusive design solutions and applying accessibility standards to visual communications.
  • Experience working within established brand standards and producing high-quality digital and print assets.
  • Strong conceptual thinking, creative problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
  • Experience collaborating with internal clients and stakeholders to provide design recommendations and deliver solutions that support strategic goals. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, motion graphics, and Adobe After Effects is considered an asset.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER? 

As a difference maker you bring experience in:

• Interpreting project briefs and determining effective design direction, format, layout, and visual hierarchy to communicate messages clearly and effectively.
• Making creative and technical decisions regarding typography, colour, imagery, composition, accessibility, and brand alignment.
• Assessing and resolving design challenges while balancing creativity, clarity, usability, and project objectives.
• Providing design guidance and recommendations on brand standards, accessibility requirements, and visual communication best practices.
• Acting as a subject-matter resource on layout, typography, hierarchy, inclusive design, visual storytelling, and file preparation.
• Building strong relationships with internal clients, leadership, project teams, vendors, and creative partners to achieve project goals and maintain brand consistency.
• Managing multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing workload, and delivering high-quality design solutions within established timelines.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, templates, workflows, accessibility, and user experience while supporting effective and consistent visual communication across the college.

You must submit a portfolio of work with your submission. Applications without a portfolio submitted will not be reviewed. Be advised that this is an Edmonton-based role and there is an expectation to be in the office 2 days a week.

SALARY: AUPE Band Level 8 | Analyst III | $67,351 - $87,454 annually reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time, permanent position with the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate's suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers - we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution's work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we'll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.