Graphic Designer (1-Year Term)
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 65000 - 78000
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
DEPARTMENT: Design & Exhibits
REPORTS TO: Sr. Creative Director
STATUS: Full-time Exempt
SALARY:$65000 - $78000
LOCATION: Hybrid - Chicago IL.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Graphic Designer role is intentionally broad and requires a designer who is both self-directed and highly collaborative because the design team supports a wide range of products programs and audiences. This individual is motivated accountable and able to work independently while also thriving as an active contributor within a team environment where collaboration may take precedence over individual innovation or flexibility though all three are essential to success.
A Graphic Designer is a strategic and detail-oriented thinker who can balance precision with adaptability pivoting quickly as project needs evolve. They understand the critical role visual design plays in interpreting stories engaging audiences and advancing organization-wide goals. With excellent typographic and layout skills as a foundation they translate high-level concepts into thoughtful effective design solutions that uphold and strengthen Shedds brand across a wide variety of media.
This role spans both print and digital applications including but not limited to advertising and promotional campaigns graphic systems departmental initiatives events exhibits and web-based projects. While experience in both digital and print design is valuable a strong print design background with the ability and willingness to grow digital skills is especially well-suited to this position.
Additional attributes include strong organization the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and a solid understanding of both analog and digital production. TheGraphic Designer is also expected to mentor junior designers interns and freelancers modeling best practices and collaborative design processes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.- Demonstrate commitment to Shedds vision mission and values
- Work independently while remaining accountable organized and proactive in managing responsibilities
- Think conceptually while operating within project constraints such as budgets schedules and quality standards
- Clearly articulate design rationale and communicate effectively with the Design team and internal partners
- Collaborate closely with designers content developers internal stakeholders and external vendors to achieve shared goals
- Design and produce high-quality print digital advertising and exhibit communications with a strong emphasis on advertising-related projects
- Manage projects from concept through completion across a wide range of media and formats
- Remain detail-oriented while maintaining the flexibility to pivot as project scopes priorities or timelines shift
- Interact directly with vendors to solicit estimates manage budgets and advise clients on print web photography and related production services
- Partner with content developers and the Senior Creative Director to shape the visual and conceptual direction of mid- and high-level projects
Education:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Graphic Design or a related creative field from an accredited design school or university is strongly preferred
- Equivalent professional experience may be considered for an exceptional candidate
- 7years of professional graphic design experience in an in-house design team or advertising agency
- A strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality work across print and digital media
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively while also working independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite for print and web
- Experience with Figma or other web development tools preferred
- Exceptional typographic and layout skills (non-negotiable)
- Deep understanding of current best practices in graphic design
- Strong working knowledge of print production and digital design technologies
- Experience in both print and digital design preferred with the ability to adapt skills across mediums
- Medical Insurance including FSA and HSA plan options
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Accrued Paid Time Off
- Up to 12 Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance
- Parental Leaveand Adoption Assistance
- 401(k)
- Discounted Parking and Public Transit Subsidies
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Wellness program including Preventive Care Incentive
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Tickets
Shedd Aquarium is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the employment process please email us at
We strongly encourage people of color LGBTQ community veterans and active duty military parents individuals with disabilities and individuals from all cultural backgrounds to apply. Shedd Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Graphic Design
- Photography
- Adobe Acrobat
- HTML5
- Layout Design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Web Design
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- CorelDraw
- Adobe Indesign
About Company
Look nature in the eye and discover the wonder of the aquatic animal world at Shedd Aquarium.
