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**Organizational Overview** Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School (LCS) is a leader among Canadas independent boarding and day schools and prides itself on its reputation for providing a strong, caring community, a well-rounded program, and a transformational student experience. Employment at LCS is more than a ''job.'' Because we are predominantly a boarding school, much is required of both faculty and staff. In return, the school strives to provide competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth. All members of the community are encouraged to participate fully in the life of the school and to use and enjoy the beautiful grounds and facilities. At LCS, we believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. With roughly 440 students joining us from over 40 countries, we believe young people learn and mature best when they are encouraged to embrace their individuality within a richly diverse and supportive community. We believe that our community is strengthened by this diversity of perspectives. **Position Overview** The **Creative Content Specialist** plays a key role in the Marketing and Communications team, contributing to the creation of custom, high-quality print, user interface, website, and digital content. This team is dedicated to sharing the story of LCS through initiatives that support student recruitment, constituent engagement, and fundraising while safeguarding and enhancing the schools brand, visibility, and reputation. This role demands a positive, creative, and high-energy contributor capable of balancing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will excel in storytelling and visual communications design to foster engagement with the school community. **Key Responsibilities:** - Designing graphic materials for print and digital use, including marketing, fundraising, and school life assets (e.g., admissions/fundraising/marketing collaterals, trustee presentations, academic and co-curricular program materials, event support, posters, signage, certificates, and special projects). - Proofreading and editing in-house materials. - Updating/creating website content and online publishing platforms (e.g., external school profiles) while proactively improving functionality and design in collaboration with stakeholders. - Collaborating on user interface designs for the schools website and other digital platforms to ensure a cohesive, user-friendly experience aligned with LCS brand guidelines. - Providing creative input and implementing updates for digital design elements, including navigation, page layouts, and overall usability. - Ensuring adherence to brand standards, including approved typefaces, logos, and guidelines as outlined in LCSs branding protocols. - Working closely with the Assistant Head: Marketing Communications to plan, create, and deliver all creative assets to a consistently high standard and within deadlines. **What You Bring To The Team:** - Relevant qualifications and/or experience in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or Communications, supported by a strong creative portfolio. - Photography experience. - Experience with digital best practices and innovation. - 37 years of education and/or industry experience. - Passion for storytelling combined with strong visual communication skills. - Creativity, attention to detail, and adaptability. - Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and web-related platforms (e.g., WordPress, Squarespace, or other CMS technologies). - Training or experience in user interface (UI) design, including knowledge of design principles and tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or similar platforms. - Understanding of UX/UI principles with the ability to translate user needs into functional and visually engaging designs. - Strong knowledge of typography and composition. - High level of technical confidence with digital tools and a willingness to learn new technologies. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, or other front-end languages is an asset. - Resourcefulness and eagerness to learn quickly in a dynamic environment. - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a cross-functional team. - Please note that examples of your work will be required at the first interview stage. **Application Process:** Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter, and a portfolio showcasing relevant work samples. Please note that examples of your work will be required at the first interview stage. **Join Our Team:** At LCS, we value creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. If you are passionate about storytelling and eager to contribute to a dynamic educational environment, we encourage you to apply. **How to apply:** Please complete your profile and submit your resume information through the Careers Section of our website **on or before November 14, 2025.** (Please note: This is an ongoing recruitment process and we will be connecting with candidates as we receive applications and arranging for interviews). *Lakefield College School is an inclusive, caring community. We believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. We embrace diversity and practice equity. We lead with empathy to create a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for persons of all cultures, colours, ancestries, religions, sexes, national origins, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, disabilities, gender identities and veteran statuses.* *We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.* *Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.*