Web Design Specialist

TRADER Corporation is a trusted Canadian leader in online media, dealer and lender services. The company is comprised of AutoTrader.ca, AutoSync and Dealertrack Canada. AutoTrader.ca (AutoHebdo.net in Quebec) offers the largest inventory of new cars and used cars in Canada, receiving over 25 million monthly visits to its marketplace. With over 3,500 subscribers and counting, AutoSync is the largest and fastest growing dealer and OEM software provider in Canada. The platform's suite of connected automotive software solutions brings advertising, conversion and operational support together, synchronizing the entire retail process. AutoSync's diverse range of offerings includes: vAuto, EasyDeal, xtime, Motoinsight, Activix, TAdvantage and TRFFK. Dealertrack is Canada’s largest automotive financing portal, enhancing efficiency and profitability for all major segments of the automotive, marine, recreational vehicle, motorcycle and powersport retail industries. Over 6.5 million credit applications are submitted via the Dealertrack Canada portal each year. Visit tradercorporation.com to learn more..

Join AutoTrader and shape the future of automotive e-commerce. We are on a mission to reinvent the digital retail experience for automotive consumers. Come to Trader and join a diverse workforce, working with the latest tech to pave the way for innovation. We are proud to have built an environment where everyone has an opportunity to be their creative best. A place where we value collaboration, curiosity and excellence. A place where we trust teams to work autonomously, make data-driven decisions and become masters of their craft through numerous learning opportunities. Sounds like something you would enjoy? 

We are looking for a Web Design Specialist for the largest automotive marketplace in Canada.

 What you’ll do: As part of a team of designers, developers, and creative analysts, you will design, create and maintain artwork for Trader Corporation websites and our Professional Customer websites. You will strategically implement design solutions that support the organization’s goals for improving user experience and results.

Key areas of responsibility are: 

- Design and enhance elements of client websites, to their specifications and within the parameters of our platform 

- Ensure designs are optimized for our developers and effective on mobile and desktop 

-Create both static and animated banner ads for customers for distribution on Trader’s marketplaces 

-Maintain superior design concepts through current knowledge of web design technologies and trends

-Adhere to all technical, branding, and web content accessibility guidelines 

-Work closely with developers to ensure your designs are executable, and provide design feedback as part of the QA process 

-Communicate with customers for revisions and approvals 

What you’ll need: 

- Graphic Design diploma or Bachelor’s degree/community college diploma, or equivalent work experience 

- Strong design portfolio 

- Experience with design software: Adobe CS, Adobe XD, Adobe Photoshop. Figma is a plus 

-Excellent design skills, including typography, layout, colour, user interface & navigation

- Able to design for cross-platform compatibility

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

-At home in a fast paced, agile, commercial online environment 

-Creative vision and attention to detail 

-Collaborative spirit, ability to give and accept feedback in a professional manner

- Familiarity with CMS such as WordPress a plus 

Please note applicants without a design portfolio or website will not be considered. 

What’s in it for you…

-We understand that there is life at work and life outside of work. Here are a few benefits we all benefit from that support us to be our creative best.

Fitness and wellness

-We provide discounts to nation-wide gyms, onsite gyms (when we’re in the office), an Employee and Family Assistance Program, as well as a virtual wellness program.

Benefits from Day 1

-Gym discounts

-Local in-office free gyms

-Employee and Family Assistance program

-Weekly virtual wellness events

-Conferences & training budget

-Regular internal training programs

Financial planning

-Let us help you invest in your future with 3% matching towards your pension and multiple forms of income protection.

Competitive salary

-Annual bonus structure

-3% CPP matching