Our client, a leader in higher education , is looking to hire a Graphic Designer. This role is hybrid onsite 2-3x per week in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
*This job is a 6-month W2 contract role with benefits!*
As a Graphic Designer , you will be responsible for solving problems in a range of design projects, working to develop design standards and concepts for advertising and communications materials. Your role will support the organization's brand and strategic goals, driving audience engagement.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize and create graphic artwork, such as charts, graphs, or illustrations, for various publications, advertising materials and customers
- Research, develop and lead conceptual and stylistic direction for direct response campaigns
- Collaborate with managers, designers, editors, writers, and interactive developers to produce professionally designed materials that are in strategic alignment
- Contribute to creative critiques and brainstorms and support evaluation of team success
- Identify, negotiate with, and manage outside vendors such as printers, photographers, and illustrators
- Ensure that graphic projects are completed on time & within budget
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2+ years of experience in Graphic Design
- Extensive working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
Desired Skills & Experience
- Ability to create small scale animations and animated gifs using Adobe XD/ After Affects highly valued!
Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.