Position Summary
The Graphic Design & Creative Coordinator supports the visual identity and creative development of The Wave Placemaking and its programs, including Taste Asia Food & Culture Festival, Off The Eaten Path, food literacy initiatives, workshops, markets, and community events.
Working closely with the Marketing & Storytelling Coordinator and other team members, this role is responsible for designing promotional materials, event branding, merchandise, digital assets, and visual communications that help bring The Wave's programs to life.
The successful candidate will combine creativity with strong organizational skills, helping ensure that all visual materials are delivered on time and aligned with project goals, audience needs, and current design trends.
This position is ideal for someone interested in graphic design, branding, marketing, creative direction, web design, and community-based storytelling.
Key Objectives
The successful candidate will help:
- Maintain and strengthen The Wave's visual identity
- Create engaging promotional materials for multiple programs and events
- Support the design of merchandise and branded products
- Enhance digital and website experiences
- Ensure consistent visual communications across all platforms
- Support event production through signage and printed materials
Responsibilities
Graphic Design & Branding
- Design promotional materials for:
- Taste Asia Food & Culture Festival
- Off The Eaten Path
- School Food Literacy Programs
- Studio Workshops and Events
- Community Markets and Festivals
- The Wave Placemaking organizational initiatives
- Create:
- Posters
- Flyers
- Social media graphics
- Event programs
- Signage
- Banners
- Sponsorship materials
- Presentation decks
- Digital advertisements
- Ensure consistency with established brand guidelines and visual identity standards
Merchandise & Product Design
- Assist with the design of:
- T-shirts
- Hoodies
- Tote bags
- Stickers
- Pins
- Event merchandise
- Promotional products
- Prepare production-ready files for vendors
- Research new merchandise ideas and market trends
- Assist with merchandise planning and inventory coordination
Website & Digital Design
- Support website updates and visual improvements
- Design web graphics, landing pages, and digital assets
- Assist with user experience and visual layout recommendations
- Collaborate on future website development projects
Experience with Webflow is required.
Knowledge of:
- User experience (UX)
- User interface (UI)
- Website content management
is considered an asset.
Production Coordination
- Prepare print-ready files
- Coordinate with printers and production vendors
- Assist with ordering and tracking printed materials
- Support quality control for printed products and merchandise
- Manage design asset organization and file management
Creative Research & Trend Monitoring
- Monitor design, marketing, and social media trends
- Research emerging visual styles and audience preferences
- Contribute creative ideas during campaign and program planning
- Help ensure materials remain fresh, engaging, and audience-focused
Ideal Candidate
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong graphic design portfolio
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Experience with Canva and other digital design tools
- Experience designing for both print and digital formats
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Assets
The following qualifications are considered strong assets:
- Experience with Webflow
- Website design experience
- UI/UX design experience
- Photography or videography skills
- Merchandise design experience
- Print production knowledge
- Experience working with community organizations, festivals, or events
- Ability to communicate in Mandarin
Desired Interests
We welcome applicants interested in:
- Graphic design
- Branding
- Marketing
- Community development
- Arts and culture
- Event production
- Merchandise and product design
- Digital media and storytelling
Why Join The Wave?
This position offers the opportunity to shape the visual identity of one of Nova Scotia's most dynamic community organizations. The successful candidate will build a diverse portfolio spanning festivals, cultural events, food literacy programs, workshops, merchandise, websites, and community initiatives while gaining valuable experience in creative project management and brand development.
Canada Summer Jobs Eligibility
This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program.
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
- Be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada
International students are not eligible under the Canada Summer Jobs Program.