The Director of Design masters the art of transforming imaginative ideas and concepts into a cohesive, professional visual experience. This individual has a keen eye for detail and is captivated by the opportunity to ensure that every line, word, and image that is used for CaseIT’s 20th Anniversary has a purpose. The Director of Design is comfortable with challenging the status quo, stimulating thoughtful discussion, and thinking outside of the box. They understand that the “packaging” of the competition is equally as valuable and impactful as the competition itself.

Commitment required:

  • Term duration is from June 2022 to June 2023
  • Must attend the CaseIT 2023 Onboarding on June 23, 2022 from 7-8 PM
  • Must attend CaseIT 2022 Organizing Committee, & Portfolio Meetings (2-3 hours per week) from June 2022 to March 2023
  • Attendance mandatory during CaseIT 2023 Competition Week from February 20-25, 2023

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Collaborate closely with the Marketing Portfolio in the creation of digital and print assets
  • Lead a team of Design Associates, supervising their work, and providing constructive critique while ensuring their professional growth
  • Develop and refine the branding and materials to align with CaseIT and PIVOT’s vision
  • Design professional documents that will be delivered to external stakeholders including sponsorship packages, university information packages, PIVOT 2023 programs, and impact summaries
  • Showcase finesse and visual appeal to enhance the overall execution of the competition by ensuring all details are thoughtfully crafted
  • Collaborate with external stakeholders to source and pick-up print material
  • Demonstrate ownership and accountability of work

Qualifications:

  • Solid knowledge of typography, colour theory, layouts, and web practices
  • Ability to work within branding guidelines while introducing fresh and interesting perspectives
  • Proven to demonstrate quick turnaround time in a high pressured environment
  • Strong teamwork and leadership skills
  • Fluent in design software (ie. Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Figma, etc.)
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is an asset
  • Photography and videography skills are an asset
  • Previous experience in branding and design are required

Successful completion of this role provides:

  • Strong creative portfolio bolstered with content from a high-profile international event
  • Compelling branding and graphic design knowledge
  • Creative, interpersonal, organizational, and management skill sets
  • Connections with industry professionals
  • Valuable knowledge of how the organization operates from the inside out: from logistics to sponsorship acquisition and venue bookings

CONTACT

If you have any inquiries or concerns about Director recruitment, please do not hesitate to contact the CaseIT 2023 Management Team at caseit@sfu.ca