Associate Creative Designer

About Ensemble Travel Group

Ensemble Travel Group, established in 1968 and part of Kensington Tours since 2022, is a premier consortium for travel agencies across the U.S. and Canada. With offices located in Toronto and New York, Ensemble offers members exclusive offers, special hosted tours, strategic partnerships, top-tier marketing opportunities, and proprietary platforms like ADX, enabling agents to optimize their commission visibility and streamline administrative tasks.

Role Overview

As an Associate Creative Designer at Ensemble, you will be integral to shaping the visual identity and storytelling of our rapidly expanding travel brands. Reporting to the Senior Designer, your work will reflect advanced design thinking and precise execution across diverse media channels. Collaboration with marketing colleagues is also a key element, providing support through asset creation and sourcing visuals. A true passion for both design and travel will help you thrive in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-caliber visual designs aligned with marketing goals, spanning digital ads, social media content, emails, websites, printed materials, brochures, and video campaigns.
• Adhere strictly to established brand guidelines, utilizing designated fonts, logos, and creative protocols to maintain consistent and impactful branding.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail throughout all stages of design production.
• Prepare print-ready files according to detailed specifications to ensure quality output.
• Manage video and photo production, including executing shoots, post-production editing (video, animation, photo retouching), budgeting, and sourcing necessary materials and props.
• Demonstrate ability to independently plan and handle multiple time-sensitive projects concurrently while upholding high standards.
• Accept and integrate feedback constructively with minimal supervision to refine deliverables.
• Work collaboratively and energetically with marketing team members and internal stakeholders throughout the creative process.

Candidate Profile

• Aspired to influence Ensemble’s brands through creative design expertise.
• Motivated to deliver outstanding work that gains visibility and recognition.
• Comfortable within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment, willing to take on diverse tasks as needed.
• Highly organized and able to manage several projects autonomously with a strong ownership mindset.
• Genuine enthusiasm for travel and luxury, appreciating the cultural and emotional resonance of the industry.

Required Qualifications

• Between 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in creative design roles.
• A compelling online portfolio demonstrating exceptional design capabilities; experience with video content is an advantage.
• Proficient use of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator is mandatory; familiarity with After Effects and Premiere is beneficial.
• Experienced with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Strong digital design intuition for marketing channels.
• Expertise in digital imaging and photo retouching.
• In-depth understanding of typography and layout composition.
• Skills in video and still photography production and editing are desirable.
• Knowledge of email and digital marketing strategies is a plus.
• A bachelor’s degree in disciplines such as Image Arts, Photography, or Digital Production is advantageous.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay with a base salary ranging approximately between $50,000 and $60,000, variable based on experience and location.
• Comprehensive bonus and incentive programs linked to individual and business performance.
• Travel-related perks and discounts.
• Three weeks of paid vacation annually.
• Hybrid working environment flexibility.
• Health and dental insurance benefits.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching.
• A vibrant workplace culture that fosters collaboration and enthusiasm.

Additional Information

Ensemble is committed to providing accommodation in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation. Candidates requiring support during the hiring process due to disabilities are encouraged to notify the hiring team. Recruitment processes may include the use of artificial intelligence tools to assist screening and selection, though final hiring decisions remain human-led. Only shortlisted candidates will receive further communication.