Graphic Designer Position – Join Our Creative Team in Beautiful Burnaby, BC
About Sutton Group – 1st West Realty
Sutton Group – 1st West Realty is a premier real estate company with a strong presence in British Columbia’s thriving property market. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Our marketing and creative department plays a crucial role in showcasing properties and building our brand identity across multiple platforms.
Position Overview
We are seeking a talented and experienced Graphic Designer to join our dynamic team in Burnaby, British Columbia. This is a full-time term contract position offering competitive compensation and the opportunity to work in one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing visual content that enhances our brand presence and supports our real estate marketing initiatives.
Location Benefits – Burnaby, BC
Burnaby offers an exceptional quality of life with its perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty. Located just east of Vancouver, Burnaby provides easy access to world-class healthcare, education, and cultural opportunities while maintaining a more affordable cost of living than downtown Vancouver. The city boasts excellent public transportation, diverse communities, and numerous parks and recreational facilities.
Compensation Package
This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $31.25 to $33.00, with room for negotiation based on experience and qualifications. The role requires 30 hours per week with scheduled hours from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. This competitive compensation package reflects our commitment to valuing our employees’ skills and contributions.
Employment Details
This is a term contract position running from March 2, 2026, to March 2, 2028, providing job security and stability. The full-time nature of this role ensures consistent hours and the opportunity to fully integrate into our team and company culture. We welcome applications from both Canadian citizens and permanent/temporary residents, as well as international candidates with or without valid Canadian work permits.
Required Technical Skills
The ideal candidate must possess advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite applications including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat Reader, and Lightroom. Additional required skills include Microsoft Office proficiency, SketchUp for 3D modeling, Figma for UI/UX design, and experience with animation and visual effects. Knowledge of corporate identity development is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Your primary responsibilities will include estimating completion times for graphic designs and illustrations, adapting existing visual materials, and assisting in developing storyboards for various electronic productions. You will be responsible for creating both realistic and representational sketches and final illustrations, producing 2D and 3D animated drawings, and coordinating all aspects of production for print and digital materials.
Creative Development Duties
You will determine the most effective medium for achieving desired visual effects and select appropriate communication vehicles. Developing graphic elements that align with client objectives, establishing guidelines for illustrators and photographers, and preparing comprehensive sketches and layouts will be central to your role. You will utilize existing photo and illustration banks while maintaining typography standards.
Project Coordination
The position requires effective coordination with other departments, establishing work priorities, ensuring procedural compliance, and meeting critical deadlines. You will serve as a bridge between creative vision and practical implementation, ensuring that all visual materials maintain brand consistency and meet quality standards.
Team Collaboration
You will work closely with marketing professionals, real estate agents, and management to develop compelling visual content that supports property listings, marketing campaigns, and corporate communications. Your ability to translate business objectives into effective visual solutions will be crucial to our success.
Benefits Package
We offer free parking availability at our Burnaby location, providing convenience and cost savings for our team members. Additionally, we provide regular team building opportunities to foster collaboration and strengthen working relationships. These benefits complement our competitive salary and contribute to a positive work environment.
Career Development Opportunities
This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth within the real estate marketing sector. You will gain valuable experience working on diverse projects ranging from property marketing materials to corporate branding initiatives. The skills developed in this role are highly transferable within the Canadian job market.
Immigration and Relocation Support
While we welcome international applicants, we encourage all candidates to confirm their visa and work permit eligibility directly with our HR department. Burnaby’s diverse community and excellent settlement services make it an ideal location for newcomers to Canada. The city offers numerous resources for immigrants including language training, employment services, and community support networks.
Application Process
Interested candidates should prepare a comprehensive portfolio showcasing their graphic design skills across various media. Applications will be evaluated based on technical proficiency, creative ability, and relevant experience. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, as we value the unique perspectives that different experiences bring to our creative team.
Work Environment
Our Burnaby office provides a modern, collaborative workspace equipped with the latest design technology and software. We maintain a professional yet creative atmosphere that encourages innovation while meeting business objectives. The work schedule allows for excellent work-life balance with consistent daytime hours.
Community Integration
Burnaby offers an welcoming environment for newcomers with diverse cultural communities, excellent public services, and numerous recreational opportunities. The city’s central location provides easy access to Vancouver’s cultural attractions while maintaining a more relaxed suburban atmosphere. Excellent public transportation connects Burnaby to the entire Metro Vancouver region.
Professional Network Building
This position provides opportunities to build professional networks within British Columbia’s vibrant real estate and design communities. You will collaborate with industry professionals and develop relationships that can support long-term career growth in Canada. The experience gained will be valuable for future employment opportunities nationwide.
Skill Development
You will have the opportunity to enhance your skills across multiple design platforms while working on real-world projects with tangible results. The diverse nature of real estate marketing will challenge you to develop versatile design solutions that effectively communicate property features and brand values.
Long-Term Prospects
The Canadian graphic design market offers excellent long-term prospects, particularly in British Columbia’s growing economy. Experience with a reputable company like Sutton Group – 1st West Realty provides a strong foundation for career advancement within Canada’s design and marketing sectors.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through our online portal or via email to our HR department. Please include your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team in Burnaby. We look forward to reviewing applications from talented designers ready to contribute to our success.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sutton Group – 1st West Realty is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We believe diversity strengthens our team and enhances our creative output.
