Graphic design, digital marketing 

Position: Graphics Specialist
Organization: The Starfish Canada
Location: remote from Metro Vancouver, Victoria/Capital Regional District, or Toronto/Greater Toronto Area

• Type: Full-time student position, remote/online
• Salary: $23.28/hour, plus 4% pay in lieu of vacation
• Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Benefits:

• $450 professional development fund
• Laptop provided (or $60 annual reimbursement if using personal laptop)
• Paid time off: Two weeks during late December/early January, plus extended long weekends for select statutory holidays

Location: Remote from Metro Vancouver, Victoria/Capital Regional District, or Toronto/Greater Toronto Area

Term: Four- or eight-month term, with potential for extension. Preference will be given to those willing to commit to an eight-month term.

Anticipated start date: September 4, 2026

Please note: we will have a board and staff retreat in Ontario September 11-13, 2026; the person in this role is expected to attend. All travel and accommodation expenses will be covered.

About the Role

The Starfish Canada is seeking a Graphics Specialist to join our marketing team and amplify our climate action programs across digital and analog channels. This role will work as part of our marketing team, using visual storytelling to grow our reach, increase engagement, and execute marketing campaigns with clarity, consistency, and impact.

As part of a dynamic and nimble team, this role will bring the stories of our climate education and leadership programs to life, contributing to high-priority initiatives that raise awareness, drive engagement, and showcase youth environmental leadership.

This role is ideal for someone who’s creative, collaborative, and committed to building an inclusive and accessible presence for The Starfish Canada.

Eligibility
Due to funding requirements, candidates must:

• Be under 30 years old at the start of employment
• Be a student at a post-secondary institution in Canada
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number and legal entitlement to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

Priority will be given to those that self-identify as at least one of: A woman or non-binary student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths (STEM); Indigenous; A visible minority; A new Canadian (within 5 years); and/or a person with a disability.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to plan and create the visual identity of our digital marketing strategies and campaigns across key platforms and channels (Instagram, TikTok, email campaigns, etc.)
• Create and design print/physical marketing materials as part of our brand identity, including magazines, banners, and pamphlets
• Video editing or motion graphics to support Instagram Reels, Youtube Shorts, and TIkTok
• Adhere to brand guidelines and ensure a consistent brand presence across our visual identity
• Coordinate marketing efforts across programs, balancing routine work, new initiatives, and special projects while improving efficiency and reducing overlaps.
• Support cross-program needs, including administration, content creation, community outreach, and event planning.

The Graphics Specialist reports jointly to the Co-Executive Director of Finance & Development and the Director of Marketing & Communications and will be supported through weekly check-ins and consistent communication. They will receive guidance on project planning and program management, and any additional framing and information that may support the team. As requested, additional mentorship and coaching opportunities can be made available.

You’d Thrive in This Role If You:

• Are proactive, adaptable, and able to assess project needs to determine the most effective approaches
• Enjoy collaborating with a geographically dispersed team while also taking initiative and ownership in your work
• Can balance multiple priorities while maintaining a keen attention to detail
• Communicate clearly and build strong relationships with participants, partners, and community members - both virtually and in person
• Think critically to identify efficiencies, reduce redundancies, and improve program delivery

Ideal Qualifications:

• Education in science communications, digital marketing, or a related field (asset)
• Working proficiency in French (asset)
• Familiarity with and experience working alongside Indigenous communities to design and co-create marketing resources, with proven relationship-building skills in these contexts (asset)
• Experience with marketing tools and platforms, including Design tools (Canva) and social media planning tools (HeyOrca, Hootsuite, or similar tools)
• Strong analytical skills for measuring campaign performance and optimizing strategies.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, connecting and collaborating virtually with a diverse team

To apply

Please submit your application through this application form: https://forms.gle/JtHtnADfSXXN6CzUA.

You will be prompted to include:

• A resumé
• 2-3 samples of graphics you have created from previous jobs or volunteer opportunities. It is recommended that you build a professional portfolio that describes your intended audience, the brand guidelines you used, and the impact of each portfolio piece.
• A cover letter (up to two pages) OR an audio or video recording (up to 5 minutes long) that includes:

   

  • What interests you about working with The Starfish Canada

  • How your strengths and experiences align with this job opportunity

  • Describe an example of how you've applied equity principles to your work

We encourage early applications, as submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We expect applications to close by mid-June and to make a verbal offer by mid-July.

We encourage all applicants who are interested in this role to apply, regardless of background and experience. We particularly encourage applicants from members of communities that are marginalized or that experience structural discrimination, including Indigenous, Black, persons of colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, and those living with any form of disability. Please consider self-identifying to help us prioritize your application.

We encourage you to notify us regarding any access needs you may have. Requests for accessibility will not affect your application.

Please note: All applications are reviewed by humans; we do not use AI systems to screen or evaluate candidates.

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