Interactive Design Lead – Globe Content Studio
Salary: $85,000–$95,000 per year + eligibility for Annual Incentive Plan
Company Overview
The Globe and Mail is one of Canada’s most recognized media brands and a trusted destination for high-calibre journalism. Internationally acclaimed for data visualization, design, and creative storytelling, The Globe is committed to delivering essential content for aspiring individuals and strong communities.
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion across both our newsroom and workforce. Through flexible work arrangements, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, we support employees in growing their careers while maintaining work-life balance.
About Globe Content Studio
Globe Content Studio partners with top brands across Canada to create award-winning stories that resonate with target audiences. From podcasts and video to immersive interactives and social-first storytelling, the Studio aims to exceed client objectives across on- and off-platform executions.
We are seeking an Interactive Design Lead — a hands-on creative anchor for the Studio who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and values collaboration within a close-knit team.
Design is a key differentiator for Globe Content Studio. This role will help elevate bold, ambitious work that positions the Studio as Canada’s premier content-marketing design shop.
Responsibilities
• Design and develop high-conversion landing pages for content-marketing campaigns, from wireframes to pixel-perfect execution
• Translate campaign strategy into expressive HTML and CSS, making deliberate typographic, spatial, and motion decisions aligned with storytelling and conversion goals
• Integrate pages into CMS platforms and implement performance tracking (engagement, scroll depth, conversion events)
• Manage and provide art direction to external collaborators as needed
• Contribute to pitch ideation with mockups, case studies, mood boards, and visual examples
• Support and evolve the Globe Content Studio visual identity alongside the Creative Lead
• Stay ahead of design trends, including generative AI tools, and test emerging technologies responsibly
• Create social and off-platform assets for Studio campaigns
• Develop interactive formats such as quizzes and polls
• Maintain creative and technical excellence while balancing multiple projects
Qualifications
• Post-secondary education in design or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Strong HTML and CSS expertise with basic JavaScript knowledge
• Ability to adapt to various content management systems
• Video editing and motion graphics experience (asset)
• Openness to testing generative AI tools in live environments when appropriate
• Comfort designing for and posting across social media platforms
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (asset)
• Independent thinker who thrives in team environments
Why Choose The Globe
• Competitive compensation and incentive eligibility
• Hybrid work environment supporting work-life balance
• Generous vacation and flexible work arrangements
• Parental leave top-up
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Defined Benefit pension plan
• Annual wellness subsidy
• On-site chiropractor and massage therapist
• Employee and family assistance program
• Free digital subscription and product discounts
• Education assistance for external training
Supporting Your Growth
We are committed to equitable opportunities, mentorship, peer learning, and continuous development. Employees have access to lateral and upward career growth paths and both internal and external training programs.
AI Disclosure
No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. AI may support interview preparation but must not be used during interviews.
Vaccination Policy
Employment offers are conditional upon candidates being Fully Vaccinated as defined by Government of Canada standards. Accommodation requests based on protected grounds will be reviewed in accordance with Human Rights legislation.
Diversity & Inclusion
The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all employees feel valued and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
If you require accommodation during the interview process, please advise us accordingly.
