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Walsh Employment

Graphic Designer

Walsh Employment, Highland Park, Illinois, United States, 60035

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Base Pay Range $80,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

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 .

You’ll be involved in the entire lifecycle of design, contributing both individually and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, quality‑driven environment.

Key Requirements We are looking for a

strategic thinker

and

detail‑oriented designer

with a solid foundation in

brand packaging and identity design , ideally within the

premium wine and spirits sector .

Essential Experience and Skills

Minimum

5 years of design experience , including packaging or identity work to include work within the alcohol, spirits, wine, beverages industry

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. You will take ownership of your own projects while contributing to the wider creative goals of the team.

Key Responsibilities

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

Additional Information Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to high‑profile brand projects in a growing team with a strong reputation for creative excellence.

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

Job Details 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

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