DEPT - Senior Designer (6 month FTC)

Designer is needed in Toronto, Canada.

Client: DEPT

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

Contract: No Job Type Listed

Job Description

This is a 6-month fixed term employee contract initially, with a likelihood of extension. This role is part of our Personalized Creative team, focusing on creating emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products, and campaigns at scale and speed. The specialty lies in hyper-personalized digital communications that influence perceptions, behaviors, and market share for clients like eBay, Ancestry, Walmart, and more.

As a Senior Designer for the eBay North America account, you’ll lead creative direction, guiding the design team to produce impactful digital marketing assets. You’ll work closely with clients, providing strategic oversight while mentoring one direct report. This role requires strong communication skills and the capability to manage both creative execution and process improvement.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and direct design projects across digital platforms (emails, banners, social media) for the eBay NA account.
• Provide strategic design guidance and feedback to the team, ensuring high-quality and on-brand work.
• Mentor one direct report, offering feedback and leadership while overseeing their development.
• Communicate directly with clients, managing expectations and presenting design concepts effectively.
• Review and address feedback before it’s filtered, acting as the first line of defense.
• Improve internal processes and create reliable templates and slide decks in Figma.
• Ensure designs align with eBay’s business objectives while maintaining DEPT’s design standards.

What We Are Looking For:

• 3-5 years of design experience, with a focus on digital marketing.
• Strong proficiency in Figma, including template creation and slide deck building.
• Proven ability to give constructive feedback and lead junior designers (management experience is a plus, but not required).
• Excellent time management and client communication skills.
• Ability to handle difficult feedback and use it to improve creative work.
• Experience working with clients and managing their expectations.

Additional Information

We Offer:

• A flexible, hybrid working policy.
• An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies.
• Mental health support and a company sick pay scheme.
• 15 days paid holiday (plus Public Holidays).
• Refreshments in the office all week and drinks at 4 pm on a Friday.
• Social and Cultural Events to connect with colleagues.
• Inspirational Talks with regular guest speakers and events.
• Learning and Development opportunities for growth.
• Buddy Programme for support during initial weeks.
• Opportunities to work with awesome clients of all sizes and across various industries.
• Participation in the Global annual DEPT Cares Month to support local charities.

Who Are We?

DEPT is a pioneer agency dedicated to innovation and creating a positive impact. With a culture that blends being large enough to provide resources with a personal touch, DEPT invests in its employees’ growth and autonomy.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

DEPT values an inclusive workplace and actively recruits and retains diverse talent. The agency encourages applicants from all backgrounds and provides support throughout the recruitment process.