At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging digital designs for marketing campaigns that resonate with pet lovers.
- Company: Join Pet Valu, Canada's top pet specialty retailer with a passion for pets.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid work, learning support, and generous employee discounts.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on pets and communities while showcasing your creativity.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years of design experience and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
About Us
Pet Valu is Canada’s leading pet specialty retailer, dedicated to strengthening the bond between dedicated pet lovers and their pets. With 50 years of animal care expertise, we operate over 800 stores across Canada under several banners, including Pet Valu, Bosley’s, Total Pet, Paulmac's Pet, Tisol & Chico. Guided by our mission to deliver products, care, expertise, and memorable moments, Pet Valu is a place where people build meaningful careers while making a positive impact on pets and communities.
Location: Markham, Ontario
Job Description
We're looking for a Digital Designer for one 3-month contract position estimated to end in December 2026. Are you a pro at designing purr-fectly paw-some digital experiences? You appreciate the diverse creative choices made in online content, recognizing the need for authenticity across different platforms. If you're a talented designer with a knack for creating compelling visuals that make Devoted Pet Lovers (and their pets) smile, you might just be the missing piece to our pack!
Responsibilities
- Become a digital pet whisperer: Collaborate with our talented team (designers, copywriter, marketers – the whole shebang!) to develop engaging customer-centric, on-brand designs that bring our 360 marketing campaigns to life – including website components, digital ads, motion graphics, email, social media and in-store POP.
- Showcase your creativity: Interpret creative briefs like a pro, develop innovative designs and adapt existing artwork with ease that align with our brand standards. For big campaigns you love ideating through collaborative brainstorming, development, and mood boards and can take a project from concept through completion!
- Make it rain (cat treats… metaphorically): Design digital assets that drive engagement, boost brand awareness, and ultimately help us connect with Devoted Pet Parents who love their pets as much as we do.
- Be a team player (because teamwork makes the dream work!): Work closely with the marketing team to ensure your designs are aligned with overall brand strategy and campaign.
- Stay ahead of the curve: Keep up with the latest digital design trends and technologies, and bring fresh, innovative ideas to the table.
Qualifications & Experience
- A Passion for Pets: Seriously, we're not kitten around! You love animals as much as we do.
- A Killer Portfolio: Show us your best work - the stuff that makes you proud! We want to see a range of digital design projects that demonstrate your skills and creativity.
- You're a master of Figma, Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects.
- 3-5 years of solid design and production experience with digital, motion graphics, print, branding design background.
- Graphic design/Web diploma from a recognized Community college or University.
- You approach projects with meticulous attention to detail and ensure high-quality control while managing multiple projects with an organized approach.
- Experience using Asana project management and digital asset management tools.
Compensation
The targeted salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$75,000.00 annually. The final offer will be based on factors such as market location, relevant skills, experience and internal equity.
Ready to join the team? We’re looking for passionate people who bring strong skills and live our core values of safety, compassion, expertise, and efficiency every day. If you’re energized by doing meaningful work, taking pride in what you deliver, and making a real impact for pets, people, and communities, you’ll feel right at home here. Join us and build a career where purpose, care, and excellence come together - because love lives here™.
Why work for us?
At Pet Valu, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re passionate about creating an environment where you feel supported, included, and empowered to grow - both personally and professionally. Some of the perks of working with us include:
- Hybrid, Flexible Work Options
- Learning and Development support tailored to you
- An inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice matters
- Fun company events that keep us connected
- Preferred rates for car rentals, hotels, phone plans and gym discounts
- Generous employee discounts on our products
Pet Valu is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and accessibility. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). At Pet Valu, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our hiring practices.
Digital Designer in Markham employer: Pet Valu
At Pet Valu, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture. As a District Manager in the Prairies, you will have access to comprehensive training programs and growth opportunities that empower you to lead effectively while making a meaningful impact in the community. Our commitment to employee well-being, coupled with a hybrid work model, ensures a balanced lifestyle as you drive success across our stores.
