the turn lab - 2 Jobs
Toronto, ON
Job Details:
Benefits:
Were on the hunt for a skilled Digital Designer (Motion & Brand)to join our team.
Were a fast-paced, ideas-driven creative agency looking for a Digital Designer whos as comfortable with motion as they are with typography and layout. Youll collaborate closely with art directors, copywriters, and strategists to concept and execute compelling brand-aligned workeverything from animated social ads to immersive digital experiences. You bring a sharp design eye, smart ideas, and the technical skills to bring them to life in motion.
About Us
The Turn Lab is not your typical creative agency. As consultancy-led problem solvers, we tackle unique challenges with a tailored blend of research, strategy, creative, media, and technology. Think of us as a powerhouse creative labfueled by bold ideas, innovation, and the grit that built us from the ground up.
Were ambitious, thick-skinned, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, always on the lookout for curious, passionate, and solution-driven individuals to join our ranks.
Pride in our work? Absolutely. Excitement about tackling challenges head-on? Always. And if youre looking to work for a purpose-driven organization thats a certified B Corporation and 100% carbon-neutral, well, we might just be the perfect fit.
Were proud to be an equal opportunity employer who values diversity, inclusion, and a sense of humour because lets face it, if youre not having fun while solving tough problems, whats the point?
What Youll Do
Concept & Design Execution
- Create visually impactful, brand-aligned digital designs across platforms.
- Design and animate content for paid social, display ads, motion graphics, and short-form video.
- Translate brand guidelines into dynamic, digital-first experiences.
- Design with performance in mindbalancing craft, strategy, and platform-specific needs.
Collaboration & Ideation
- Partner with Designers, Copywriters, and Strategists to bring campaigns to life.
- Contribute to brainstorms, storyboards, and mood boards during concept development.
- Present ideas and participate in feedback sessions with internal teams.
Motion & Video
- Edit, animate, and enhance short-form video content with motion graphics.
- Ensure alignment with brand tone and storytelling across formats.
Digital Production & Asset Management
- Design static and animated assets (GIFs, videos, graphics) tailored to each channel.
- Prepare final files and maintain trackers for seamless production delivery.
- Build and manage a library of reusable design assets and templates.
Platform & Channel Optimization
- Apply best practices for digital, social, and affiliate media.
- Optimize creative for engagement, conversion, and performance.
Presentation & Collaboration
- Present creative concepts to internal and external teams, participate in brainstorming sessions, share fresh design perspectives, and storyboard creative concepts for internal presentations.
What Youll Bring
Experience & Portfolio
- 3-5+ years in an agency or studio setting.
- A strong portfolio showcasing design and motion work across digital media.
- Demo Reel with polished design, animation and video projects.
Design & Technical Skills
- Strong grasp of visual hierarchy, layout, and typography in both static and motion formats.
- Strong understanding of current industry tools with the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies.
- Broad knowledge of the animation/video creation process, from storyboards to rendering to optimization best practices.
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premier, Photoshop, Illustrator), and Figma.
- Knowledge of video formats, compression, and post-production workflows.
- Bonus: familiarity with 3D tools (Cinema 4D/Blender), AI tools, and/or basic sound design.
Mindset & Soft Skills
- Creative problem-solver who balances craft with strategy.
- Excellent time management and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to thrive under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain a get-er-done mindset.
- Effective communicator and collaborator across internal and external teams.
- Comfortable presenting and iterating based on feedback.
- Curiosity-driven, with a passion for exploring new tech and emerging design trends.
Nice to Have
- Experience in UI/UX, interactive formats, or web design.
- Strong understanding of Paid & Organic content, Social Media, Digital Out-of-Home (OOH), and emerging digital tactics.
- Interest in emerging digital formatsAR, real-time motion, or AI-generated content
Why Youll Love Working with Us
Were committed to making work feel rewarding, flexible, and fun!
- Competitive Pay & Perks: Industry-benchmarked salary and a stellar benefits package.
- Time to Recharge: Three weeks vacation to start, extra-day long weekends and birthday day off.
- Work Your Way: A hybrid work model (2-3 days on-site/week) and supportive work-life balance.
- Added Bonuses: Paid bike-to-work program and a dog-friendly office.
How to Apply
If this opportunity excites you, then we cant wait to see your resum and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience
Were ambitious. We defy the current. We challenge our clients, each other, and anyone who says that a challenge isnt fun. We value diverse and broad talents, ideas, and approaches.
We embrace diversity, inclusion, and equity. We value differences and uniqueness. We respect and encourage everyone to share their experiences, thoughts, and views everyone has a voice at the turn lab.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Visit www.theturnlab.com to learn more about us!