Summary

Our Graphic Designers are responsible for creating a variety of internal and external communications materials including print and digital assets in a fast-paced production-focused environment.

A keen eye for detail along with a healthy mix of creative and technical know-how makes the Graphic Designer a valued part of the creative team.

Description

Primary Responsibilities :

• Design / edit existing communications materials using Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office and web interfaces
• Production work 80% - work from corporate templates to produce ComPsych branded materials
• Collaborate closely with creative team, manage internal client relationships and effectively communicate deadlines, job status updates and product delivery dates
• Consistently implement branding strategy in all work products
• Possess strong typographic and layout skills, organizational and file-categorizing ability
• Work with design team toward improving processes and efficiencies
• Keep abreast of trends in graphic design techniques and software
• Other duties as defined

Qualifications

• 1+ years graphic design experience in a team environment
• Bachelor's degree required in related field
• Ability to work onsite in a hybrid setting
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office
• Strict attention to detail, and outstanding organizational, project / time management skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of HTML and e-communications

Compensation & Benefits

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Graphic Designer in Chicago, Illinois.

Overview

The Graphic Designer is responsible for contributing to concept development and to the translation and extension of brand concepts into effective visual communication designs for digital and print campaigns.

Under the direction of a Graphic Design Manager, you will work hands-on with several projects at a time and will be involved in all phases of creative development.

You will be responsible for executing projects with guidance of the senior creative staff.

The Graphic Designer should have attention to detail, be pro-active, have a strong work ethic, good customer experience / people skills in line with our company’s core values, the ability to multi-task under ever changing deadlines;

have a creative eye for design, composition, typography, and photo selection with the ability to edit and touch up images.

You will be involved in conceptualizing and executing new creative for email, digital ad and web assets, social media, print collateral, as well as executing on existing branded templates.

A good knowledge of the following tools and skill sets are required :

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Mac) : Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, as well as Acrobat, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint,

with skillful use of typography, design layout, and photo editing.

A working knowledge of Premier Pro, After Effects, video editing, animation, or email design best practices including responsive design, HTML / HTML5 / CSS and / or any email service provider (ESP) or email content builders such as : Acoustic, Message Composer, or Litmus is a plus.

Responsibilities :

Design opportunities will include, but are not limited to conceptualizing, designing, developing, implementing, and A / B testing email marketing promotions, digital newsletters and blogs, social and digital display ads, remarketing / retargeting display ads,

print collateral, designing logos and branded campaigns, along with other various informational and promotional materials.

• Producing attractive and effective designs for all media platforms
• Design and execution of email campaigns (new creative as well as branded templates)
• Supporting the team throughout the execution of digital campaigns and printed projects
• Liaising effectively with internal clients and other team members
• Offering input to creative meetings and sharing ideas
• Communicating with senior team members to receive feedback

Aspirations

You are learning to excel at working and managing priorities independently, with oversight from your creative team leads.

You have a can-do, ready to learn mindset to wear multiple hats and expand your existing skills. You aim to produce work of the highest standards offering variations and creative options, and are passionate about design, trends, and evolving technology.

Communication is a big part of the job, so the Graphic Designer must feel confident enough to contribute to the entire creative process.

Keeping a finger on the pulse of current and competitive trends and going above and beyond is also a key factor when moving towards promotion and recognition.

Qualifications and Skills required :

Bachelor’s Degree with a major / concentration in : Graphic Design / Communication Design / Advertising Design / Digital Communication / Graphic Communications / Visual Communication Design / or other related degree from an accredited university or college and demonstrated technical knowledge and equivalent work experience.

• 1-3 years graphic design experience in addition to general graphic design knowledge
• The ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure result driven environment
• The ability to see projects through from inception, production, and completion
• Strong verbal, written, proofreading and communication skills with attention to detail
• Good organizational and time management skills that support the rest of the team
• The motivation to maintain and improve design standards while having an inquisitive and investigative mind

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including : medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Hiring immediately : Senior Graphic Designer!

Ideal candidate will be a highly creative, passionate and motivated Graphic Designer with 5 years of graphic designer experience.

As the Senior Graphic Designer, you will conceptualize, design and produce a wide

range of print and digital collaterals for our restaurants and collaborate on UI / UX design.

Here's what we're looking for :

A real passion for design and

visual communication

5 years of hands-on graphic

designer experience

• Experience in collaborating on UI / UX design
• An extensive portfolio

showcasing your capabilities (please include a link to your digital portfolio with your application materials)

If this

sounds like the next step for you, please apply now!

NOTE : Please include a link to your digital portfolio with your application

materials. This role is located at

our Corporate Office at 54 19 N. Sheridan Road in Chicago.

We offer our Graphic Designers benefits and perks here are a few :

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)

Caring. Creative. Careers.

Join the Lettuce Entertain You family! Our 100+

restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great

places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and

the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits,

career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want

a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people,

join our caring and creative team. EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos

en E-Verify

Senior Graphic Designer creates and designs digital and physical collateral in

a wide range of media, manages design projects from concept to completion, and

presents concepts and work to internal clients through exceptional visual,

verbal and written communication.

Essential

Functions

• Create and design digital and physical collateral to support restaurant and company branding in a wide range of media (including but not limited to menus, packaging, marketing campaigns, apparel, merchandise, signage, print collaterals), collaborate on ui / ux design, prepare digital and physical mockups, and incorporate creative copy into design as needed
• Manage multiple design projects from concept to completion, including but not limited to communicating timelines, following brand guidelines and creative briefs, and providing regular updates to to the project manager and internal clients
• Proficiently use graphic design software including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign), and maintain organized files and accurate time tracking
• Use effective written, verbal and visual communication to present work to internal clients, and effectively respond to direction and feedback from department leaders and internal clients
• Maintain menus and ongoing collaterals for restaurants as assigned
• Maintain working knowledge of environmental graphic design (EGD) including but not limited to assembly, materials and installation techniques applicable to signage and other EGD projects
• Manage print production process with vendors for cost, quality control and timely delivery
• Maintain knowledge of current design trends and aesthetics and proficiency with new graphic design technologies
• Travel to local and out-of-state locations as needed, including but not limited to delivering collateral, onsite installations, and restaurant openings
• Maintain availability to perform duties outside standard business hours on occasion as needed including evenings and weekends
• Maintain proficiency and safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools, equipment, software and platforms including but not limited to Google Workspace and Adobe Creative Suite
• Effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable light, noise and temperature levels
• Occasionally retrieve and distribute files or office supplies weighing up to 10 pounds

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and act as a team player
• Other duties assigned as needed

You Will :

• Work primarily on digital files to create print and digital ads
• Finalize digital files for publication
• Create graphics, visual text, and imagery concepts that communicate ideas
• Push expressive boundaries while working within existing brand standards
• Work with team members to deliver on-brand messages

You Have :

• 4+ years of professional brand / retail graphic design experience
• Experience in designing print and digital ads for websites and magazines
• Full knowledge of pre-press and pre-flight procedures when finalizing digital files for publication
• FULL PROFICIENCY of the complete Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
• The ability to work with teams as well as independently

Logistics :

• Start Date / Duration : Immediate
• Hours / Week : 10-15 hours per week
• Onsite / Offsite : Remote
• Laptop / Program Requirements : Yes
• Team Structure : Reporting to VP of Licensing
• Salary / Rate : $40 / Hour

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THE SKINNY :

In these roles, you’ll be providing design direction, design, and production across all mediums, including print, web, social and more.

• Develop, design, and produce
• Collaborate with the marketing team to formulate and pitch concepts to clients.
• Create and prepare graphics for social media, digital advertising, and websites.
• Ability and willingness to quickly adapt to new technologies.
• Conceptualize and create projects that maintain and strengthen brand presence in the marketplace.

THE QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s degree in Design or Fine Art.
• 1+ years of graphic design experience with a focus on consumer products
• Experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, specifically with mockups, print, web design and multimedia presentation
• Great interpersonal skills / team spirit
• Big ideas, not big ego
• Meticulous, technical, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong portfolio of work
• Ability to concept and complete work in all types of mediums.
• Fun!

Ready for your next exciting opportunity? Please apply online at True Talent Group . No phone calls, please. We look forward to hearing from you!

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