VACANCY: Junior Graphic Designer

REPORTS TO: Director, Creative

LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario (hybrid working model)

STATUS: Permanent full-time employment

No. of VACANCIES: One (1). This posting is for an existing vacancy for which we are currently undertaking recruitment

SALARY RANGE: $59,000 - $64,000 per annum

Please note: This range reflects the expected compensation for the candidates who meets the stated qualifications. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and internal compensation practices.

ABOUT UHN FOUNDATION

Part of University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s #1 hospital, UHN Foundation raises funds for research, education and excellence in patient care at Toronto General and Toronto Western hospitals, Toronto Rehab and The Michener Institute of Education at UHN. Our donor community is UHNITED to help us change the status quo of healthcare – helping recruit and train the brightest medical minds from around the world, develop new treatments for disease, and advance bold medical research.

As of February 2026, UHN’s Toronto General Hospital has been ranked the #2 hospital in the world on Newsweek’s 2026 World’s Best Hospitals list, marking the highest position ever achieved by a Canadian Hospital. This also marks the eighth consecutive year that University Health Network has been ranked as the world’s #1 universally accessible hospital. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.

The Foundation´s vision and mission is to enable global leadership and innovation in health by developing strong relationships with UHN stakeholders. We are committed to supporting UHN's vision to create a healthier world by embodying our values of integrity, accountability, collaboration and inclusion.

Together with our donors, we are helping Canada’s #1 hospital reimagine healthcare.

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Creative, the Junior Graphic Designer supports the development and execution of visual communications across the Foundation. Working closely with more senior designers and the broader creative team, you will assist in producing high-quality digital and print materials that align with brand standards and support Foundation goals.

This role offers the opportunity to grow your design skills through hands-on experience, mentorship, and collaboration with writers, producers, managers, and other stakeholders. You will contribute to projects at various stages of the creative process while learning to manage timelines, apply brand guidelines, and deliver thoughtful design solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting the design of campaigns, assets, and tactics across digital and print channels
• Assisting with the preparation and execution of design files for print and digital production
• Applying brand standards and guidelines consistently across all creative work
• Collaborating positively with members of the creative team and internal stakeholders
• Incorporating feedback from senior designers and project leads in a timely and professional manner
• Supporting production tasks such as asset resizing, layout updates, and versioning
• Contributing ideas and creative input during brainstorming and concept development sessions
• Helping maintain organized design files and workflows
  

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• A link to your portfolio is required to be considered
  
• A relevant 3 or 4-year degree or diploma in graphic design or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 1–3 years of experience in a graphic design role, internship, or co-op placement (in-house or agency)
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and internet-based tools
• Foundational understanding of design principles and layout
• Basic knowledge of print production and digital formats
• Any motion/animation skills and experience considered a plus
• Willingness to learn best practices across print and digital channels
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and take direction constructively
• Demonstrated professionalism when interacting with colleagues and stakeholders
• Demonstrated motivation, curiosity, and openness to learning
• Model UHN Foundation values: collaboration, integrity, accountability and inclusion
• Commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism (IDEAA) in the workplace and across our diverse community of donors
• Responsible, dedicated, and eager to grow as a creative professional
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced, service and results oriented environment
• May have some activity outside of the office to support meetings
• The Foundation has a hybrid work model. Staff will be required to be in office a minimum of 2 days per week and will be required to have a safe home office set up for the remainder of the working days (specifics to be planned with your manager).
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in all positions throughout the Foundation
• Shared commitment and support of the overall Foundation goals
  

Alongside competitive salaries, we offer an extensive benefits package, flexible work arrangements, growth and development opportunities, defined benefits pension plan and birth parent/parental leave top-up.

University Health Network thanks all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. UHN has a diverse workforce and is an equal-opportunity employer.

Please note: All applicant screening and evaluation for this role are carried out manually by our recruitment team. We do not leverage AI in any part of the hiring process.

Deadline to Apply: May 15th, 2026