Walsh Employment is hiring: Senior Graphic Designer in Highland Park

Senior Graphic Designer

Location: Highland Park, IL

Our client is seeking a highly creative and proactive Senior Graphic Designer to join their dynamic in-house creative team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of compelling brand and packaging design projects within the wine and spirits industry. You will work closely with the family ownership and sales teams to bring brand stories to life from concept through to production and logistics.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of design experience, including packaging or identity work
• Leadership and mentorship experience
• Degree in Design, Packaging, Advertising or equivalent professional experience (BFA preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite – especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Proven creative problem‑solving abilities with a strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual strength and executional excellence
• Clear communication skills – both written and verbal – with a professional demeanour
• Comfortable presenting rationale and giving/receiving constructive feedback
• Ability to sketch and visualise concepts effectively
• Demonstrated team spirit and mentoring ability
• Highly organised, with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
• Meticulous attention to detail under tight deadlines
• Positive, collaborative attitude – a “can‑do” approach is essential

Role & Responsibilities

In this role, you will be expected to lead and deliver impactful design solutions, manage project workflows, and support junior team members.

• Conceptualising, developing, and executing end‑to‑end design solutions
• Leading project ownership and delivering on‑brand, on‑time, visually outstanding outcomes
• Championing brand strategies and acting as a brand steward
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and external vendors, including photographers, illustrators, and printers
• Supporting project organisation, planning, and execution across multiple streams
• Providing feedback and critique to elevate team‑wide design quality
• Mentoring and supporting junior designers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time

Application

To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter, and a portfolio demonstrating your most relevant work.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries: Wholesale Alcoholic Beverages, Retail, and Packaging and Containers Manufacturing