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Account Coordinator
Summary
As an entry-level Account Coordinator at The Workhouse, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the account management team in the coordination and execution of projects. From organizing timelines and deliverables to facilitating communication between clients and our creative team, you’ll help ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard. You’ll also be involved in internal initiatives and administrative responsibilities that keep our studio running. This is a collaborative, detail-oriented role where a proactive, detail-oriented mindset and passion for creative work will set you apart.
Location
This is a hybrid position and will require regular in-person workdays at our studio in Toronto.
Experience
Although this role is an entry level position, experience in coordinating, organizing and the ability to simultaneously manage a large volume of assigned tasks is an asset.
Role & Responsibilities
Provides efficient and well-organized coordination on all assigned initiatives, ensuring attention to detail while offering effective assistance to team members and handling various administrative tasks as needed
Manage a select portfolio of client accounts, acting as a liaison between clients, partners, and internal teams (studio, copywriters, illustrators, etc.)
Report to the Account Management team in general, with more direct day-to-day interaction with the Strategic Account Director
Coordinate project timelines, schedules, and resources to ensure projects stay on track and deadlines are met
Maintain project documentation, including meeting notes, client feedback and status updates
Assist in preparing project estimates, schedules, briefing documents, contact reports, etc. to ensure the successful execution of projects
Review creative deliverables, ensuring they meet client expectations and adhere to high-quality standards
Contribute to the research and notes necessary for drafting briefs and proposals
Occasionally attend calls outside of regular business hours to accommodate clients in different time zones
Manage time, workload, and schedules in a productive manner
Maintain and encourages a positive working environment
Detailed Description
View→Intermediate Designer
Summary
As a designer at the Workhouse, you will be tasked with the strategic development and execution of innovative designs across various print and tactical mediums. In collaboration with the creative director, you will drive the visual concepts from initial brainstorm to detailed production. A key aspect of your role is to effectively articulate the rationale behind each design, demonstrating how they are grounded in thoughtful strategy and meaningful substance, to both clients and team members. Your passion for concepts should go beyond just fulfilling the brief; it should extend to innovative ideas that will enhance the overall visual designs, leaving a lasting impression with our clients and partners.
Location
This is a hybrid position and will require regular in-person workdays at our studio in Toronto.
Experience
Proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro) and Figma
Proven education or experience demonstrating the skills required for quality UI/UX and motion design work is highly sought after
Experience in presentation programs like Microsoft Powerpoint & Keynote is a plus
2-3 years of previous professional experience outside of school
Role & Responsibilities
Contributes to the development of original design concepts to meet business objectives
Proficient in conducting market research, trend analysis, and competitive reviews
Actively engages in brainstorming and interactive sessions, focusing on developing visual concepts and strategic design thinking
Designs versatile concepts that translate effectively across multiple media platforms, from print to digital
Identify opportunities where motion graphics, animations and video assets can help reinforce a brand identity and elevate digital storytelling.
Communicates design ideas and concepts, both verbally and visually
Utilizes data visualization skills to present complex information in a clear and visually appealing manner
Proactively tackles design challenges, ensuring smooth project progression
Crafts and presents persuasive presentations to showcase design work
Efficiently manages time and navigates design processes to ensure optimal execution of projects
Provides constructive feedback and incorporates suggestions to enhance designs
Works collaboratively with team members, ensuring brand coherence and unified visual storytelling
Applies print production techniques with an emphasis on precision and craftsmanship
Ensures consistently high-quality standards across all design outputs
Shares valuable industry insights and best practices, fostering peer growth and team development