Graphic Designer

Summary:

• The main function of a Graphic Designer 2 is to represent internal customers/employees.

Position’s Contributions to Work Group:

• As a Graphic Designer, this person’s contribution lies in visually translating complex strategic messaging into compelling designs, primarily in PowerPoint and the 0365 suite.
• They collaborate with business leaders, ensuring that the visual representation aligns with the organization’s goals.
• Their work enhances communication, branding consistency, and overall impact.

Typical task breakdown:

• Collaboration with Business Leaders.
• Engage with executives and leaders to understand strategic objectives.
• Extract key messaging and vision.

Visualizing Strategy:

• Transform abstract concepts into clear, impactful visuals.
• Create PowerPoint presentations that resonate with the audience.
• Maintain alignment with established branding guidelines.
• Ensure logos, fonts, and colors adhere to the company’s identity.

Feedback Iteration:

• Revise designs based on stakeholder feedback.

Interaction with team:

• Team of 6 people and their extended teams and working with various partners according to business needs and priorities.
• Gathering input from those teams to develop content and create that content to deliver to the broader internal team and stakeholders.

Work environment:

• Hybrid would be ideal; ability to be in the office for intentional collaboration sessions.

Education & Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or applicable field of study with 4 years’ experience.
• Associate degree with a minimum of 6 years experience in this capacity.
• Master’s degree will still need a minimum of 4 years’ experience.

Technical Skills

(Required)

• 4 years of experience in graphic design; skilled writer, previously having experience in published content on a corporate scale.
• Proficient in computer software programs such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.

(Desired)

• Storytelling skills.

Soft Skills

(Required)

Communication Skills:

• Effective collaboration with business leaders.
• Articulation of design choices.

Attention to Detail:

• Consistency and accuracy in visual elements.

Creativity:

• Innovative thinking to convey complex concepts visually.

Time Management:

• Meeting deadlines and managing multiple projects.
• Collaboration experience/skills
• Self-starter/ someone who has the initiative to come up with ideas and strategies.
• Team player

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $23.75 - $36.60 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Powerpoint: 5 years (Preferred)
• Adobe Acrobat: 3 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office: 4 years (Preferred)
• business communications: 3 years (Preferred)
• Visual design: 4 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL 60661 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60661: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60661