Job Description

Are you passionate about turning complex ideas into powerful visual stories? Do you thrive on solving problems through creativity and want your work to have a real impact? We're looking for a Mid-Weight Designer to join our close-knit team at Canvas8.


If you have a sharp eye for detail, a genuine love of storytelling, and a drive to create meaningful and innovative work, we want to hear from you. This is an incredible opportunity for a talented designer with experience in presentation design and data visualisation, working closely with analysts and project leads to bring research to life through well-crafted, engaging deliverables. You'll be trusted to take ownership of your work, manage delivery with confidence and contribute ideas along the way. You'll be joining a supportive, curious, and talented team, creating work for some of the world's most recognisable brands and helping shape stories that genuinely matter.

About us

We are Canvas8, a strategic insights practice with offices in London, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore and Manila. We partner with some of the world's most forward-thinking and culturally influential brands, helping them understand people so they can make better business decisions.


Our work investigates the hidden insights in everyday life - from the psychology of boredom to teenage make-up rituals and why AI slop is a Gen Z thing - and makes them meaningful for brands. Our team, alongside a global network of experts and thought leaders, combines disciplines and skills - from psychology to journalism, anthropology to behavioural economics. What unites them is a desire to understand people and a passion for delivering outstanding work.

About the role

Great design is at the heart of Canvas8's ability to communicate strategic insights and tell compelling stories. It translates rigorous analysis into creative inspiration in a way that's intuitive, coherent, and memorable.


You'll work closely with researchers, strategists and fellow designers to produce high-quality presentations, visual reports and other client-facing materials. While presentations will be your main focus, you'll also support wider design needs across campaigns, social media, marketing and brand initiatives, helping ensure consistency and creative excellence across everything we produce.


This role is about more than execution - you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas, refine creative approaches, and influence how we present insights visually. From turning data-heavy research into compelling layouts to experimenting with new ways of telling stories, your work will directly enhance the impact of our work.

Day-to-day

Ideate and deliver high-quality creative solutions, from visual reports and presentations to social media assets and marketing materials that bring our insights to life Take ownership of projects from production to delivery Collaborate with project teams to shape creative direction and maintain design excellence Contribute to the evolution of Canvas8's visual identity, ensuring consistency and innovation in our brand and marketing efforts Stay on top of design trends and propose innovative design solutions that elevate our deliverables Manage design workflows, ensuring smooth resourcing and coordination across multiple projects Support and mentor junior team members, sharing guidance and best practices Refine and enhance design templates to ensure consistent, high-quality creative outputs

About you

We're looking for a designer with a strong passion for insight and human understanding. You care deeply about the work we do and the stories we tell. You're naturally curious, eager to explore new ideas, and committed to understanding human behaviour and the motivations behind it. You take pride in creating work that looks beautiful but also serves a greater purpose, enhancing the clarity and impact of our insights.


You're a flexible and adaptable team player with a great eye for detail, comfortable working with shifting priorities and managing multiple projects at once. Your excellent time management and clear communication skills help you collaborate effectively with diverse teams, ensuring smooth workflows and high-quality outputs.

Requirements

4 - 5 years of experience in graphic design Background in presentation and layout design, particularly working with data visualisation, complex information and research (e.g. semiotics, data); an eye for editorial design is a plus Strong understanding of core design principles and hierarchy Fluency in Google Slides/PowerPoint, Figma and Adobe Suite; knowledge of AI-enabled tools is a nice-to-have Experience in visual ideation and concepting, ideally in a similar industry or insight projects Exposure to diverse design practices (e.g. film, print, digital, branding, editorial) Great attention to detail Strong project management skills, including time management Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Hybrid working (2 days at the office) with flexible start times 29 days paid holiday (including bank holidays) Interest-free 'Life Unlock Loan' for lump sum payments (rental deposits, sponsorship, etc) A personalised career development plan Access to physical and mental well-being support, including two 'Mental Wealth' days Pension, life insurance, cashback private health plan, and cycle scheme Summer Fridays, seasonal benefits, and lots of staff socials A friendly and welcoming team (pooches included)

If you think this sounds like a good fit, please apply below by outlining why and attaching your CV.


Applications will close on

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

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At Canvas8, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation. We're committed to creating an inclusive space where every individual is valued. Join us in a workplace that celebrates differences--race, gender, age, and beyond--fueling our creativity and competitive edge. We actively seek diverse talents and provide equal opportunities, free from discrimination. Shape your future with us, where diversity isn't just a value, but a key to our success.