BAND 2 - Creative Services Consultant

Posting Title
BAND 2 - Creative Services Consultant

Position Classification
Band 2

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$76,500.09 to $108,100.23 per annum

Close Date
9/26/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> BC Pension Corp

Ministry Branch / Division
Corporate & Plan Communications

Job Summary

Classification:Band 2
Job Type:RegularFull-time
Location: Victoria, BC Canada
Union/Excluded:Excluded
Salary Range: $76,500.09 to $108,100.23 per annum
Competition:PC23:47594
Closing Date:September 26, 2024
Criminal Record Check: Required
Additional:An eligibility list to fill future vacancies may be established.

Why choose us?

There is more to Pension Corporation than you might think. We are an award-winning organization with meaningful, purpose-driven work, where staff have impact and create peace of mind for those we serve. We have cultivated an outstanding community rooted in respect, where employees are inspired to have courage, take action, and be at their best every day.

Our nine-year strategic plan, Plan 20|30: Our Future is Insight, will guide us from 2021 to 2030. To learn about our aspirations and objectives and how you can be a part of a people-focused organization that is grounded in operational excellence, visit bcpensioncorp.ca

What we offer:

• A variety of work options (modified workweek, on-campus work, or a hybrid of work from home/on-campus)
• Incredible campus with collaboration spaces
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities and scholarship programs
• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits for you and your family
• Defined benefit pension program
• Health & wellness programs - lunchtime seminars, community activities and a comprehensive Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities to give back to the community and support not-for-profits
• Seasonal events and socials
• A robust awards/recognition program
• Discounts on BC Transit passes, travel and accommodation, cell phones and plans, and more

Hybrid Work Model

This position is located in our Victoria, BC office. You will have the opportunity to work part of the time on-campus and part of the time off-campus. Guidelines and requirements for in-office presence are determined by operational need and vary according to the unique needs of each business area.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Creative Services Consultant to join our team in VICTORIA, British Columbia, Canada.

As a Creative Services Consultant, you will report to the Manager, Creative Portfolio. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the Corporation's creative strategies and projects. You will leverage your professional leadership and expertise to independently design, deliver, and manage both in-house and contracted creative services. Your work will support the corporation's and plan boards' business outcomes, encompassing strategy, design, brand identity, and various media including videography, photography, and print materials.

As a senior creative, you will have the opportunity to exercise your design skills and knowledge through varied creative and brand challenges. You will work closely with various stakeholders across the organization, including assistant directors, directors, executives and contract managers. Your role will involve understanding client needs, designing effective creative strategies and campaigns, and ensuring the successful delivery of creative services both corporately and with plan boards. You will be a conduit between clients and creative services, managing relationships and ensuring the delivery of professional and effective creative solutions. Our ideal candidate is both a strategist and a tactician - as comfortable developing a creative brief as they are fulfilling it.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have

• Degree or diploma in related field (graphic design, visual communications). An equivalent combination of recent related education, training and experience may be considered.
• A minimum of five years of recent and relevant experience (i.e. within the last seven years) in a graphic design and/or art direction role(s).
• Experience must include the following:

• A minimum of 3 years working in-house creative roles in a corporate or public sector environment.
• Progressive experience in graphic design, art direction and creative oversight of peers.
• A minimum of 2 years leading print, digital, and photo and video production carried out by others, including contractors.
• Delivering complex, multi-stakeholder creative projects in collaboration with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Planning, coordinating, and producing high-quality design deliverables from initial concept to completion.
• Providing creative and communication advice and recommendations to clients, stakeholders and senior leaders.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications (including Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint; working proficiency in Excel.
• Experience leading project intake and workflow for multiple users; providing production management.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience creating, managing and supporting web, intranets and/or digital workspaces.

Nice to have

• Experience supervising employees is preferred
• Experience with motion graphics (e.g. Vyond, Adobe AfterEffects) is preferred.
• Experience in SharePoint work environments is preferred.

To learn more about the Creative Services Consultant position, please click the link to the job description at the bottom of the page.

Application requirements

Cover letter: Required. Please include a link to your creative portfolio in your cover letter.

Resume: A resume is required as part of your application. Ensure your resume includes your education, the start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job requirements.

Questionnaire: As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please allow approximately 20 minutes to complete this questionnaire.

Please apply through our career website: https://bcpensioncorp.prevueaps.ca/jobs/

Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm PST on the closing date referenced above. Late applications will not be considered.

Diversity & Inclusion

BC Pension Corporation i s an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email us at jobs@pensionsbc.ca .

Thank you for your interest in working with us. We will let you know about your status in this competition as soon as possible. If you have questions about this opportunity, please email us at jobs@pensionsbc.ca .

Job Category
Leadership and Management