Lead Graphic Designer

Calgary, Calgary region

On-site

Full-time

No salary posted1 weeks ago

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Employment type: Full-time · On-site
Posted: October 26, 2026
NOC code: 52120 — Graphic designers and illustrators
Province: Alberta (AB)More in Alberta

Hiring confidence: Sparse posting · 7/100

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Pretty Isn’t Good Enough: Your portfolio proves you know how to take a marketing idea and turn it into design that grabs attention, communicates the message fast, and gets people to act. You know how to lead and mentor a team of designers, raise the visual bar, and keep projects moving without sacrificing quality. Most importantly, you understand this: Great design isn’t just decoration. It’s salesmanship in pixels. If that sounds like you, and you’re excited by the idea of raising the creative…

This role is based in Alberta. The Canadian NOC code for this position is 52120 — Graphic designers and illustrators. AlgaeCal is hiring for this full-time position through Jobily, where you can check how well your resume matches the posting before you apply.

Market context

About this role in Alberta

Average salary for Graphic Designer in Alberta

Median $70,252 per year, with most postings between $62,400 and $72,800 (Graphic designers and illustrators, 2026-08, 9 postings). This posting does not state a salary.

NOC code

52120 — Graphic designers and illustrators. The National Occupational Classification code is what Express Entry, provincial nominee programs and Job Bank use to identify this occupation.

Typical qualifications for Canadian employers

A diploma or degree in graphic design, a portfolio, and proficiency in the Adobe suite or Figma.

Licensing: No licence is required. Employers hire on portfolio.

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What you'll do

Transform marketing ideas into attention-grabbing designs
Lead and mentor a team of designers
Raise the visual bar and set design standards
Keep projects moving while maintaining quality
Ensure designs communicate messages effectively and drive action
Balance creative excellence with project delivery

What you'll need

Proven portfolio demonstrating marketing design expertise
Leadership experience managing a design team
Ability to mentor and develop designers
Understanding of design as a sales and communication tool