Junior Art Director (Individual or Team) Salary: $50,000-$60,000 annually, depending on experience. About the Role The Junior Art Director is an emerging creative talent at Cossette. A key support to senior teams, they learn the fundamentals of concept development and design craft through osmosis, close mentorship and real project exposure. JADs are expected to be curious, collaborative, and relentlessly eager to learn. They’re developing their eye, their ideas, and their understanding of how creative translates across channels. They must be open to feedback, willing to stretch, and ready to contribute to the creative process with energy and ambition. Key Responsibilities Visual Research & Support: Support Art Directors with visual research, mood boards, image sourcing, and presentations across channels. Start exploring modern visual tools—including generative AI—to experiment with image creation and style exploration for cross‑platform use. Design Execution: Execute basic design tasks, tweak layouts, and prep assets for use across channels—all under guidance. Start mastering design software and creative tools to streamline more repetitive day‑to‑day tasks. Learning & Development: Actively seek feedback, learn new software and techniques, and develop an understanding of visual storytelling in advertising, with a particular focus on how visuals change and resonate across different platforms. Collaboration: Work closely with other junior and senior creatives, contributing ideas and supporting team efforts for integrated campaigns. Presentation Support: Assist in preparing visual materials for internal and client presentations, demonstrating an understanding of how art direction functions across channels. Organization & Accountability: Assist with organizing and maintaining creative files and assets for diverse channels. Take ownership / responsibility for the quality of creative files, decks and overall output. Skills & Qualifications 1 - 3 years of experience in an advertising agency, internship, or related creative field. A portfolio (student and/or professional) demonstrating raw talent, conceptual promise, and a passion for advertising, with an understanding of how ideas can translate across different channels. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design software. Eagerness to learn, strong work ethic, and a positive, collaborative attitude. Excellent communication skills and ability to take constructive feedback. Curiosity about brands, culture, and human behaviour, and how they interact across different media touchpoints. Openness to learning and experimenting with modern creative tools, including an introductory understanding of generative AI's role in multi‑channel creative production. What’s in it for you An innovative and entrepreneurial work environment that promotes ingenuity and individuality - with the best of colleagues, and the best of clients. Hybrid work models and flexible hours, plus a work from anywhere policy for short‑term stays in other regions. Generous Vacation starting at 3 weeks + 1 extra week over the holidays. Agency summer days (exact policy differs per campus and agency). Modern, open co‑working spaces with coffee & snack bars, located in great city neighbourhoods, close to shops and restaurants and easy access to public transport. Dogs allowed, dedicated Play Room to support families and Private wellness room (in select offices). Team social events - holiday parties, seasonal gatherings, weekly happy hours, inspiring speakers and more! We are obsessed with learning and being better humans In‑house learning & development sessions and annual career and growth conversations. Access to internal network of opportunities across all agencies. Internal EDI group(s), programs & initiatives across Plus Company and opportunities to be involved in employee resource group(s). We invest in your health and wellness Flexible benefits to support your individual lifestyle and life stage – with access to a personal wellness spending account you can use for a wide range of wellness expenses, including gym membership fees, pet care, education expenses, and much more! Comprehensive mental health support including access to a virtual mental health therapy clinic providing you with personalized therapist guided iCBT programs and live therapy, access to health clinicians 24/7, and a holistic array of other health and wellness resources to support you and your family. Dedicated play rooms for days you need to bring the kids and health and wellness rooms when you need a place to get grounded. A responsible sick & personal absence days policy designed so you don't have to worry the moment a personal obligation or emergency arises. Maternity leave top up program. Equality and Diversity Statement Creating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Not only are these provisions protected by provincial and federal law, embracing difference is what makes Cossette what it is—and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the interview process to make it work for you, let us know. Employee & Job Applicants Privacy Notice Employee and job applicant privacy notice information available upon request. Expiry Date Notice: This job description expires on June 5th 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr