Who We Are:

Food Cycle Science (FCS) Corporation designs, sells, and distributes food waste management solutions that aim to tackle the ever-growing problem of food waste. We are revolutionizing food waste management by offering unique products and innovative solutions that create sustainable practices and convert everyday food scraps into nutrient-rich, garden-ready fertilizers for households, businesses, and municipalities. We promote an environmentally sustainable life cycle, reducing landfill GHG emissions and reducing the exorbitant cost of food waste management.

We are in a new and emerging sector that is fast-paced and evolving each day. Food Cycle Science is an industry pioneer and thought leader when it comes to food waste management with products and solutions offered in several countries globally. You can work with our great team members and help change the way the world thinks about food waste.

We are a diverse, agile, and passionate entrepreneurial team, just beginning to make our mark. We are looking for a talented Visual Designer to join our marketing team and bring bold ideas to life! In this role, you will craft stunning visuals for digital, print, and branding projects, creating designs that captivate and inspire while driving our marketing initiatives forward.

Please visit our website at www.foodcycler.com for more information on our product offerings. To learn more about our recent awards, please see below:

2023-2024 Awards:

• Deloitte Fast 50 Canada 2024 = #7 Clean Technology
• Deloitte Fast 50 Canada 2023 = #9 Clean Technology
• Deloitte Fast 500 North America 2024 = #187
• Deloitte Fast 500 North America 2023 = #304
• Globe and Mail’s Top Growing Companies in Canada 2024 = #66
• Globe and Mail’s Top Growing Companies in Canada 2023 = #108
• Top 20 Ottawa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2024 (#19)
• Top 10 Ottawa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2023 (#5)

What You Will Do:

Reporting to the Marketing and Brand Director, the Visual Designer will focus on the execution and production of high-quality visual materials that support the company’s marketing strategies and initiatives that bring concepts to life through impactful visual storytelling. This role involves producing engaging visuals for digital, print, and branding projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position is non-strategic, with a strong emphasis on design execution aligned with higher-level plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Create visual assets for a range of platforms, including websites, social media, and print materials, including but not limited to:
• • Ad creatives for social platforms (e.g., Meta, Google).
  • Digital content for websites, email marketing, and performance marketing campaigns.
  • Branding materials, print collateral, and motion graphics.
• Create prototypes, mock-ups, and presentations to communicate ideas and gather feedback.
• Develop and refine branding elements, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints.
• Collaborate with internal and external resources, copywriters, developers, and marketers to align designs with project objectives and ensure projects are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Refine and improve designs based on feedback, maintaining brand consistency across all creative outputs.
• Incorporate user experience (UX) principles into designs where applicable.
• Prepare design files for both digital and print production.
• Research and implement the latest design trends and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance on design tools, techniques, and software.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Core Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional design experience, preferably in an agency or in-house creative team.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign – mandatory).
• Experience with Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD for UI/UX design (preferred).
• Motion graphics skills using After Effects or Premiere Pro (a plus).
• Familiarity with Shopify and/or Amazon platforms (bonus).
• Experience in AI/CGI/3-D rendering (bonus).
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in areas such as branding, digital advertising, and print design.
• In-depth knowledge of layout, typography, and color theory.
• Strong understanding of branding and visual identity systems.
• Strong executional focus, with an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to take feedback constructively and refine designs to meet objectives.

What We Have to Offer You:

• Central Ottawa office location, hybrid work environment (minimum of three days per week in the office, subject to change)
• A FoodCycler unit for your own kitchen
• Competitive base salary
• Competitive benefits package
• Group RRSP Plan
• Flexible vacation
• Regular social and team-building get-togethers for all team members

To Apply:

Please take the time to tell us about yourself in a cover letter – we want to hear your story – your background, your accomplishments, and why this role is a good fit for you.

Please submit your cover letter and résumé to our online portal by January 13, 2025. Please note that all applications will be acknowledged, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Compensation will be market competitive and will be dependent on your qualifications and experience. This posting will remain active on our website until our search process is complete.

Food Cycle Science Corporation is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please contact us in confidence at HR@Foodcycler.com and provide notice in advance if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation(s) will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.