Ampere Association Job Board
Graphic Designer
Description
Job Title: Graphic Designer
Reports to: People Manager, Education
Location: Hybrid
Salary: $50,000-$52,000
Existing Vacancy: New Position
Join an organization that's making an impact in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities.
Ampere (formerly the Pinnguaq Association) isn't just another non-profit. We're an award-winning catalyst for change, activating opportunities for people of all ages in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities to unlock their potential through STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). Through our partnerships with communities, businesses, and technology creators, we co-design and deliver culturally responsive tools, resources, curriculums, and world-class digital skill & AI programming across the country. We believe the best education doesn't feel like work, it feels like discovery.
From our roots in Pangnirtung, Nunavut, we've grown to operate Makerspace and Skills Hubs in Iqaluit (Nunavut), Bathurst (New Brunswick), and the Kawartha Lakes (Ontario), while collaborating with partners nationwide. Our Lifecycle approach ensures that we're with learners at every age and every stage of life, and our mission-driven model ensures that 100% of social enterprise proceeds sustain programs that benefit communities we serve. Your work here directly changes lives. If you're passionate about making a tangible difference, this is where you belong.
Why Join us?
- Mission-driven impact – Working alongside Inuit communities to advance the vision of Nunavut and Inuit self-determination across Canada.
- Enjoy the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance with schedules that fit your lifestyle.
- Comprehensive benefits – Access a robust benefits package designed to support your health and wellness.
- Pension Plan – Plan for your future with a competitive pension plan.
- Wellness Perks – Take advantage of wellness initiatives that promote your physical and mental well-being.
Job Summary
Join a creative team working on meaningful projects that support STEAM education and AI literacy across Canada. We’re hiring a Graphic Designer to join our team. We’re looking for a detail-oriented educational designer with a strong production background to support the development of high-quality print and digital materials. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys executing within established brand guidelines, and takes pride in producing accurate, polished work. This role focuses on the consistent execution, formatting, adaptation, and production of education design assets across a variety of projects. The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable, and experienced in preparing files for production with a strong eye for detail and quality control.
Job Responsibilities
- Support Ampere’s internal initiatives, as well as creative for external partners, funders, and collaborative programs.
- Produce and adapt educational and communication materials using established brand guidelines
- Format and update existing layouts across print and digital applications
- Ensure consistency across typography, spacing, layout, colour, and branding standards
- Prepare print-ready production files with accuracy and attention to detail
- Conduct quality assurance checks on files before release or print production
- Use clear communication, incorporate feedback efficiently, and stay aligned with project goals.
- Manage multiple projects and revisions in a fast-moving environment
- Maintain organized working files and production documentation
Attributes and Qualifications:
- Degree in Design or Visual Communication
- 4+ years of experience in Education Design with a strong focus on production work
- Strong understanding of print production processes and file setup
- High proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Strong foundation in typography, layout, and visual systems
- Ability to follow direction and execute work accurately and efficiently
- Exceptional attention to detail and production precision
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Clear communication and collaboration skills
- Comfortable handling repetitive, production-heavy tasks with consistency and care
- Experience with accessibility standards (PDFs, EPUBs) is an asset
Ampere prioritizes the safety of our employees and the community members we work with, because of this we may require both new hires and current team members to undergo a Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS). The approval for acceptance of a VSS lies with our People and Culture Team and Management. To ensure up-to-date documentation, please ensure it has not been over six months since the date of completion of the VSS you are submitting. The expense for the VSS falls on the individual, not the company, if there are any concerns regarding this please speak
to the People and Culture Team. Additionally, please confirm you're completing the VSS in the correct region.
Ampere strongly believes in fostering diversity within the communities we serve. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Ampere is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process. We do not use AI or automated systems to screen or evaluate job applicants. Every application is reviewed by a member of our hiring team to ensure a fair and human-centered selection process.
Compensation
$50,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year