Creative Designer @ Autotrader.ca

Art, Graphics & Animation (3)
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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. Collateral Management is a national, end-to-end, managed technology solution that offers industry insight and multi-channel collection strategies to maximize funds recovered. Collateral Management helps you remain compliant in all jurisdictions, alleviating your exposure to reputational and financial risks. Visit tradercorporation.com to learn more. .

TRADER Corporation's parent company AutoScout24 is the largest pan-European online car market with over 2 million listings and more than 43,000 dealer customers. With AutoScout24, users can find, finance, buy, subscribe for and sell used and new cars. The marketplace provides inspiration on cars and other vehicles and makes hard decisions easy.

Since 1998 AutoScout24 has been offering private users, car dealers and other cooperation partners from the automotive, financial and insurance services sector a comprehensive digital platform for car trading. The online marketplace includes used and new cars, motorcycles as well as commercial vehicles. AutoScout24 has over 30 million users per month, more than 43,000 dealers and around 500 employees. In addition to Germany, AutoScout24 is also represented in the European core markets of Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Italy, France and Austria.

More information on www.autoscout24.de

Experience leveraging AI, Generative AI (GenAI) to enhance engineering productivity, automate repetitive tasks, and optimize workflows. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI-driven solutions into their daily work — such as code generation, debugging, reviews, documentation, and decision support—to improve efficiency for themselves and their teams. A proactive approach to exploring and implementing AI tools that drive innovation and streamline development processes is highly valued

Position Overview

AutoTrader is seeking a talented and versatile Creative Designer to join our Consumer Marketing team. This individual will play a critical role in developing high-quality, engaging creative assets (both static and video) for digital, social, and traditional marketing channels. As a key contributor to our marketing campaigns, you will help elevate our brand presence and effectively communicate our message to car buyers and sellers across multiple platforms.

The ideal candidate is a creative thinker with strong design skills, an eye for detail, and a passion for storytelling through both static and video content. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, copywriting, and social media, to bring our vision to life and drive engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Asset Design:

- Create visually stunning static assets (banners, email templates, display ads, social media content, etc.) that align with brand guidelines.

- Produce compelling video content for online platforms (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.), from concept to execution, including animation, editing, and post-production.

Collaboration & Ideation:

- Work closely with the Consumer Marketing team to understand campaign objectives, target audience, and key messaging.

- Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate creative concepts and deliver innovative design solutions.

Brand Consistency:

- Ensure that all creative assets adhere to AutoTrader's brand standards, maintaining consistency in visual identity across all marketing channels.

Adapt & Optimize for Multiple Platforms:

- Tailor creative assets to suit the specific requirements and specifications of different platforms, including website, social media, digital ads, and video channels.

Project Management:

- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of creative assets while maintaining high quality.

- Coordinate with stakeholders to prioritize design requests and incorporate feedback effectively.

Stay Current on Trends:

- Stay up to date with the latest design trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to keep AutoTrader's marketing materials fresh and innovative.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

- 3+ years of experience in a design role with a focus on digital and video content creation.

- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.).

- Strong video editing and motion graphics skills.

- Experience creating assets for social media, websites, digital ads, and other marketing channels.

- A portfolio showcasing your ability to design static and video creative assets for consumer-facing brands.

- Strong understanding of design principles (typography, composition, color theory) and how to apply them across different media.

- Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing design projects from start to finish.

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly and take feedback positively.

- Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

- Familiarity with automotive industry trends and marketing is a plus.

- Experience with UX/UI design principles is a bonus.

- Knowledge of 3D design and motion graphics is a plus.

- Familiarity with video content optimization for various social media platforms.

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.

Benefits from Day 1

-Gym discounts

-Employee and Family Assistance program

- 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

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