Graphic Designer

Winnipeg Foundation is For Good. Forever. We help people give back to our shared community by connecting generous donors with causes they care about For Good. We are an endowment-based public foundation, so we pool and invest gifts and distribute annual earnings back to the community Forever. Founded in 1921, we are proud to be Canada's first community foundation. Our vision is ‘a Winnipeg where community life flourishes for all.’

The Foundation is committed to work-life balance and diversity, both within the organization and in its work with the community.

We are currently recruiting for the role of

Graphic Designer (1 Position – Permanent & Full-Time)

Our Values

• Trust

• Generosity

• Equity

• Transformation

• Responsiveness

Our Core Competencies

• Relationship Building

• Managing Healthy Conflict

• Adaptability

• Critical Thinking and Decision Making

The Role’s Opportunity:

The Graphic Designer creates thoughtful, engaging, and accessible visual communications that connect donors, community organizations, partners, and Winnipeggers with the impact of generosity. As part of the Communications & Marketing team, the role designs and produces materials across print and digital channels, manages projects from concept to final production, and helps ensure all visual communications are consistent, professional, accessible, and aligned with Winnipeg Foundation's brand.

Areas of Responsibility

Design and Production

• Design and produce print and digital materials, including donor stewardship pieces, event materials, social media and digital advertising graphics, website and email assets, presentations, templates, forms, infographics, and organizational communications.

• Design and layout publications and long-form materials, including magazines, annual reports, impact and research reports, brochures, and campaign materials.

• Prepare production-ready artwork for printers, suppliers, advertising partners, and other vendors, and review proofs to ensure accuracy and quality.

Brand Stewardship

• Apply Winnipeg Foundation's visual identity consistently and advise colleagues on appropriate brand use.

• Maintain and improve templates, design systems, and brand assets to support efficient, consistent production.

• Ensure visual communications meet standards for quality, accessibility, readability, and inclusive design.

• Maintain organized design files, photography, logos, templates, and other creative assets.

Collaboration and Project Management

• Execute multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines, balancing routine production requests with larger publications, campaigns, events, and organizational priorities.

• Collaborate with marketing, communications, and event staff to understand project needs and develop effective visual solutions.

• Coordinate specifications, estimates, proofs, timelines, and delivery with printers, photographers, illustrators, freelancers, agencies, and other creative suppliers.

• Contribute creative ideas during project planning and incorporate feedback and revisions efficiently.

About You:

Experience, Education, and Credentials

• Post-secondary education in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3-5 years of professional graphic design experience and a strong portfolio demonstrating print and digital work.

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, as well as Microsoft PowerPoint and common office applications.

• Experience designing publications, reports, marketing materials, and digital assets, and preparing files for professional print production.

• Experience working within established brand standards and an understanding of design requirements for websites, social media, email, and online advertising.

• Knowledge of accessibility and inclusive design practices is an asset.

• Experience in communications, marketing, and an agency environment is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong visual design, typography, layout, and information design skills across print and digital formats.

• Ability to translate communications objectives and written content into clear, engaging, and audience-appropriate visual materials.

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, polished work.

• Strong organization and time management, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.

• Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate, receive feedback, and revise work efficiently.

• Ability to determine when to use an established template and when a project requires a more creative approach.

• Commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and Winnipeg Foundation's role in strengthening community connections.

What We Offer:

• Starting salary in the range of $57,057 - $68,469

• A comprehensive benefits package including health and dental benefits

• A Health Spending Account

• Access to Consult+ Maple (Virtual Doctor Service)

• EFAP program available to employees and family members

• Pension program starting at six months of employment

• Vacation starting at three weeks per year

• Eco-pass program (half-cost bus pass)

• Maternity/Parental Leave Top Up

• Professional Development opportunities

Submit applications, including a resume and cover letter, by November 27, 2026. All applications must be submitted at https://careers.risepeople.com/the- winnipeg-foundation/en.

Applicants who do not fully meet all essential requirements are still encouraged to submit their applications for consideration for this position. We firmly believe diverse perspectives, skills, and experience can enrich our team and contribute to the Foundation’s overall success.

The Recruitment Process

As part of the Foundation’s commitment to being transparent, the following are the stages of our recruitment process:

• Job posting closes – November 27, 2026

• Phone screening interview – December 3, 2026 (Tell me about yourself; explain your values to me)

• First In-person interview – December 9, 2026 (It is all about your technical skills and alignment with our values)

• Second in-person interview – December 18, 2026 (What makes you a great coach, leader & mentor? What is your vision for this role)

• Start date: January 18, 2027

During the recruitment process, prospective candidates will be expected to provide specific examples of situations where they have demonstrated the Foundation's values and core competencies.

Winnipeg Foundation is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require accommodation.

Note:

Employment is conditional upon verification of eligibility to work in Canada for an employer other than the current employer.

If you would like to discuss accommodation or have difficulty submitting your application via the portal, please email [email protected] for support.