The Company

Arcade is an award-winning digital agency specializing in strategy, content production, social media and email marketing. We leverage engaging content and modern distribution strategies to nurture online communities, maximize brand influence and generate revenue. We curate our team with the same intention and attention to detail that we apply to every client partnership. Each individual on our roster brings a unique portfolio of talent and experience that contributes directly to the high-caliber service that we deliver daily.

The Standards

Be proud of who you are. Our stories and marketing campaigns are better when they originate from a group of people arriving from different perspectives, ethnic backgrounds, orientations, genders, and worldviews. Who we are and how we see ourselves is directly related to how the world will receive our work.

Always be in beta. We’re determined to make a mark that lingers far after we’re gone, which means pushing boundaries and taking risks. Always learning and adapting, we are uncomfortable with staying the same. Legacies are built by those who dare to evolve with the world, and who have the drive to reimagine their work over and over again.

Be humble. Confidence is an asset, arrogance is a liability. The strength of any team stems from the individual’s ability to recognize both their strengths and weaknesses, and celebrate their team’s success as their own. Similarly, we share in our failures or shortcomings as a first step to identifying creative solutions for future growth. We do our best work when we work together, through moments of difficulty and success. 

Take it all the way. No one wants generalists; the world needs specialists. Have the courage to define your genius zone—whether it's strategy, social, writing, or creative-—and take it all the way. Double down on your own education, push your own limits, and become a true practitioner in your craft. 

The Job

Working closely with the Art Director and creative team, the Senior Designer will support the development and execution of visual strategy and asset creation for all retainer clients, projects and email campaigns. The Senior Designer will provide leadership and direction for all design, brand and imagery across marketing channels, and collaborate with the design team day-to-day to produce engaging content and facilitate brand growth as envisioned by Arcade Studios.

The Specifics

• Working directly with the Art Director and department leads to develop concepts and deliverables based on strategic objectives.

• Support the Art Director with creative projects including the development of graphic concepts, visual boards, lookbooks, templates, and more.

• Conduct brand-owned and competitive audits to identify new creative campaigns and opportunities for the client. 

• Demonstrating the highest level of customer service; convey a polished and professional demeanor with clients during day-to-day calls and emails, in-person meetings, on-site production and photo shoots. 

• Working with the Art Director and department leads to ensure timeliness, clarity, and quality of tasks assigned.

• Providing insight and leadership around emerging creative trends, and identifying those worth pursuing and/or implementing.

• Contributing in brainstorming meetings and creative sessions.

• Ensuring brand standards are maintained across all client deliverables.

• Act as a creative evangelist across the organization, providing guidance and education when necessary. 

• Provide leadership in guiding internal teams across the agency to meet client goals ensuring that the brand strategy and objectives are being met. 

• Mentor and groom the creative team by leading by example, empowering appropriately, and holding people accountable.

• Agency experience preferred. 

• Ideal candidate lives in Calgary, Alberta. 

The Skills

• Proficient in Figma and Adobe suite – namely Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. 

• Skills in video editing and animation are considered an asset (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Final Cut).

• Knowledge of email design and email marketing platforms such as Klaviyo and Mailchimp.

• Precise attention to detail.

• Knowledge of web design platforms such as Squarespace and Shopify. Basic coding skills are also an asset. 

• 3D design and modelling skills are considered a bonus.