Graphic Designer

We are not looking for a designer who just makes things look good. We are looking for a designer who understands why the work matters and can execute at a high level, consistently.
About Mainland (Founded 2008)Mainland is not a traditional agency. We are a growth platform built for brands that need to win, not just show up.Since 2008, we’ve operated at the intersection of content, public relations, and digital, helping companies build momentum through a system we call the Conveyor Belt: create meaningful stories, amplify them through media, and convert that attention into real business outcomes.We work with ambitious brands, especially in franchising, that want more than activity. They want results. That means everything we do is tied to a clear definition of winning, measurable outputs, and consistent execution.We move fast. We expect accountability. And we care deeply about the work.We call it Give a Shit.
Description

Mainland | Chicago (In-Office Preferred)
We are not looking for a designer who just makes things look good. We are looking for a designer who understands

why the work matters

and can execute at a high level, consistently.
At Mainland, design is part of a system. Every asset should support content, PR, and digital performance. That means speed, clarity, and impact matter just as much as creativity.
What You’ll Do

Design graphics for articles, social media, PR campaigns, and digital ads
Translate client stories into visual content that grabs attention and drives engagement
Work closely with content, PR, and digital teams to bring ideas to life
Execute quickly without sacrificing quality
Manage multiple client brands and maintain consistency across each
Contribute ideas, not just execution
What Winning Looks Like

Assets delivered on time, every time
Clean, sharp design that aligns with brand and message
Ability to take direction and elevate it
Strong visual storytelling that supports performance, not just aesthetics
Who You Are

You have 2–5 years of graphic design experience
You are fast, detail-oriented, and accountable
You can manage multiple projects without things slipping
You take pride in your work and want it to be seen
You are comfortable receiving feedback and iterating quickly
You care about results, not just design trends
Tools & Skills

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Experience designing for social and digital platforms
Understanding of layout, typography, and brand consistency
Bonus: motion graphics, video editing, or web design
Why Mainland

We are building a platform at the intersection of:
content
PR
We move fast, we expect a lot, and we care deeply about the work.

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