drafter

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Architectural drafting and architectural CAD/CADD

Experience Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Interior
• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Responsibilities Tasks

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• Develop and prepare design sketches
• Consult with client, engineers or production specialists to establish product requirements
• Review the graphic designer's instructions
• Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication
• Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
• Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements
• Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides
• Co-ordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials
• Co-ordinate sub-contracting
• Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Adapt existing illustrations

Experience and specialization

Type of drafting

• Shop drawings
• Detailing drafting
• Presentation drawings

Computer and technology knowledge

• Image editing software
• MS Office
• Adobe Illustrator
• Corel Draw

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Initiative
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Client focus

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other Benefits

• Free parking available