Digital Design Specialist (Marketing) – 12 Month Contract

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

The Globe and Mail is a national icon and one of Canada’s most recognized media brands. We proudly serve as a trusted destination for Canadians seeking the highest caliber of journalism, and we’ve garnered international acclaim for our data visualization, design, and creative storytelling.

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity by reflecting all Canadians in both the stories that we tell and the composition of our workforce. We are proud partners with organizations like Indigenous Works, Pride at Work, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and we are a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also invest in our employees’ growth through training and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills and embrace new challenges.

No matter your position at The Globe, you’ll be an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada. Join us.

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

The Globe and Mail is seeking a talented and experienced Digital Design Specialist to join our dynamic team within The Globe’s revenue department. This role reports to the Event Marketing Lead and is pivotal in supporting our events business and  travel experiences. The successful candidate will be responsible for the digital development of websites and email, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience that drives results. This is a 12 month contract role. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Liaise with the events team to develop and maintain over 60 websites annually to support various events and travel experiences, ensuring that they follow The Globe’s design system and are responsive and optimized for various devices and browsers
• Liaise with the event marketing team to develop compelling email campaigns that drive results
• Build net new website and email templates using platforms such as Squarespace, Pagebuilder, and Splashthat.org/Cvent, to meet individual event requirements
• Maintain existing website templates, ensuring an up-to-date asset library
• Debug and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth functionality and user experience.
• Liaise with The Globe’s legal and data standards teams to manage privacy and consent requirements and ensure compliance with regulations and Globe standards
• Collaborate with the events team to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality digital solutions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience as a Front-End Developer, with a strong portfolio of websites and email templates
• Proficiency in HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
• Experience with website development platforms such as Squarespace, Pagebuilder, and Splashthat.org.
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles and best practices.
• Ability to debug and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Knowledge of privacy requirements and cookie management.
• Strong proficiency in image editing software such as Photoshop or InDesign
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

WHY CHOOSE THE GLOBE:
 

The Globe’s mission is to deliver essential content – news, information, analysis and insights – for aspiring individuals and strong communities.  The Globe is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace that upholds our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation and accountability. 
 

As Canada’s most respected media brand The Globe is dedicated to making a difference to Canada and you can make a difference by working with us.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive compensation to ensure we hire, retain and reward team members
• Hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance
• Generous vacation and flexible work arrangements
• Parental leave top-up
• Competitive health and dental benefits
• Defined Benefit pension plan
• Annual wellness subsidy
• On-site chiropractor and registered massage therapist
• Employee and family assistance program
• Free digital subscription to globeandmail.com and 40% off other Globe products
• Education assistance for external training courses
  

SUPPORTING YOUR GROWTH:

• We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees, to enable everyone to reach their full potential. This commitment is embedded in our strategic plan and core values.
• There are lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers.
• We believe in mentorship and collaborative peer-to-peer learning and have both formal and informal programs in place to encourage knowledge-sharing.
• We support continuing education and provide both internal and external opportunities for training and development.

VACCINATION POLICY:  

All offers of employment with The Globe and Mail are conditional upon the candidate being Fully Vaccinated. To be Fully Vaccinated is defined as someone who has received the full series of a vaccine or a combination of vaccines accepted by the Government of Canada (currently Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Janssen) and has received the last dose at least 14 days prior to their start date. To prove they are Fully Vaccinated, all new hires will be required to provide evidence by emailing a copy of their vaccine dose administration receipt(s) to Human Resources prior to their start date. Those seeking exemption based on one or more of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code will need to provide their request for accommodation to Human Resources for approval.  If the accommodation request is not approved and the candidate is not Fully Vaccinated, any offer of employment will be revoked.     

THE GLOBE AND MAIL IS DEDICATED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE 

The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.          

The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.