Ethical Swag is hiring a Graphic Designer to join our team. You will work closely with our production and e-commerce teams to ensure we meet the needs (and timelines) of our clients. There are a lot of moving parts so we are looking for someone with HATD (High Attention To Detail), dependable, and is able to work independently.

• This is a remote position, but you must be legally allowed to work in Canada.
• Flexible, but core working hours between 10 am and 3 pm EST
• Part-time (2 positions available) or Full-time (1 position available)
• Salary range: $18-$20/hour
• Start Date: ASAP

What you'll be doing:

• Creating product mock-ups and presentations to support the sales and e-commerce teams.
• Creating ready-to-print files for several different product types with different requirements.
• Ability to understand and follow branding guidelines from various different brands.
• Managing the development of marketing and sales collateral assets from design phase through delivery, including one pagers, brochures, advertisements, web design, social content, motion graphics, etc.
• Creating graphic elements such as logos, color correct and retouch images, and place or convert graphic elements and/or images into correct formats and programs.
• Ability to select images, text styles and layout that effectively convey the brand message and reflect our brand standards.
• Properly package and prepare design files for print as well as review, verify and sign off on vendor color proofs.
• Properly save files for web publishing.
• Ability to create various forms of media including videos, motion graphics, static graphics, gifs, memes, etc. in various sizes and formats utilizing the tools of your choice (Adobe CC preferred, but we’re flexible.)
• The ability to ideate and press our brand forward in meaningful and creative ways.

Requirements:

• 2+ years working experience in digital, graphic and web design, marketing, art direction, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, art, or related field; or 2 years additional experience in lieu of a degree.
• Advanced Adobe Suite Skills are required (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A keen eye for visual details, with strict quality control standards.
• Proven aesthetic skills.
• Excellent collaborative skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Text, video, visual animation, landing page design skills a plus!

What Success Looks Like:

• Ability and desire to stay ahead of the curve by finding new ways to enhance the customer experience. Yes, we want your ideas and input!
• Accurately and consistently capturing business critical data.
• Effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively finding intelligent solutions to barriers and bottlenecks.

What skills and experience you’ll bring:

• You are comfortable working in an entrepreneurial environment with deadlines.
• You can work within a team and independently.
• You know how to ask questions and how to obtain all the necessary information to clarify and complete given tasks.
• You are comfortable working with technology and learning new software and SOPs.
• You can balance competing priorities and tasks.
• You have High Attention To Detail.
• You have great interpersonal skills in person, on the phone and via email.
• You write and speak English fluently.
• You are interested in social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and sustainable products.
• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Help to identify potential process improvements.
• You have at least 1 year of experience in working in an office, virtual or otherwise.

Perks:

• Equipment provided to set up a successful work environment.
• Flexible working environment.
• Join the team at a time when you can help shape the future of the company.
• Access to cool Swag products!
• Being part of an organization that rewards results and truly believe in promoting from within. At Ethical Swag, your growth potential is uncapped and we will support you in achieving your career goals!

Ethical Swag welcomes talent from all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is directly correlated to our people, and we believe our team should reflect the diversity of the companies we partner with. We strive to foster an inclusive, diverse environment where we all work towards a common goal! As a Certified B Corp, we have been audited to a global standard for sustainability. We care about our employees, our clients and our planet.

How to Apply:

Please email the following to jobs@ethicalswag.com with the subject line “I want to be your Graphic Design Assistant!”

Ethical Swag is hiring a Production Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with our production, procurement, and e-commerce teams to ensure we meet the needs (and timelines) of our clients. There are a lot of moving parts so we are looking for someone with HATD (High Attention To Detail), dependable, and is able to work independently.

• This is a remote position, but you must be legally allowed to work in Canada.
• Flexible, but core working hours between 10 am and 3 pm EST
• Salary range: $18-$20/hour
• Start Date: ASAP

What you'll be doing:

• Monitoring and responding to incoming client requests, delegate tasks to the different departments accordingly, and keep all requests moving.
• Reviewing correspondence from suppliers to ensure orders have complete and accurate product information, shipping details, and artwork files.
• Review client artwork to ensure there are no potential issues with file format, sizing, placement, legibility, contrast, etc., ensuring imprint will meet the client’s expectation
• Maintain up-to-date supplier, client and product information in our database.
• Keep projects moving through our process to ensure timely response rates and project turn-around.
• Deal professionally with clients, suppliers, and vendors to ensure order is completed on time.
• Follow up with past clients for post-purchase services and re-conversion.
• Participate in team meetings and assist with special projects when needed.

What success looks like:

• Ability and desire to stay ahead of the curve by finding new ways to enhance the customer experience. Yes, we want your ideas and input!
• High attention to detail when reviewing correspondence from suppliers to ensure orders have complete and accurate information such as artwork details, quantities, pricing, shipping details, and product information.
• Accurately and consistently capturing business critical data.
• Effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively finding intelligent solutions to barriers and bottlenecks.

What skills and experience you’ll bring:

• You are comfortable working in an entrepreneurial environment with tight deadlines.
• You’re comfortable talking to customers, answering their questions, and helping to solve their problems.
• You are comfortable working with technology and learning new software and SOPs.
• You are comfortable working with spreadsheets.
• You can work within a team and independently.
• You have great interpersonal skills in person, on the phone and via email.
• You can balance competing priorities and tasks.
• You have High Attention To Detail.
• You have great interpersonal skills in person, on the phone and via email.
• You write and speak fluently in English.
• You are interested in social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and sustainable products.
• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Help to identify potential process improvements
• You have at least 2 years of experience in working in an office, virtual or otherwise.
• Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator skills are not required, but are an asset!

Perks:

• Equipment provided to set up a successful work environment.
• Flexible working environment.
• Join the team at a time when you can help shape the future of the company.
• Access to cool Swag products!
• Being part of an organization that rewards results and truly believes in promoting from within. At Ethical Swag, your growth potential is uncapped and we will support you in achieving your career goals!

Ethical Swag welcomes talent from all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is directly correlated to our people, and we believe our team should reflect the diversity of the companies we partner with. We strive to foster an inclusive, diverse environment where we all work towards a common goal! As a Certified B Corp, we have been audited to a global standard for sustainability. We care about our employees, our clients and our planet.

How to Apply:

Please email the following to jobs@ethicalswag.com with the subject line “I want to be your Production Assistant!”