Senior Graphic Designer

Senior Graphic Designer

Location: Highland Park, IL

Salary: $60-85K, accompanied by an exceptional benefits package

Role & Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Graphic Designer to join our dynamic in-house creative team. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead impactful design projects and collaborate closely with internal teams to bring brand stories to life, particularly within the wine and spirits industry.

• Lead the conceptualization, development, and execution of comprehensive design solutions.
• Take ownership of projects to deliver on-brand, visually striking outcomes that meet deadlines.
• Act as a brand guardian, upholding brand strategies and ensuring consistency.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners, including photographers, illustrators, and printers.
• Organize, plan, and execute projects across multiple streams effectively.
• Provide constructive feedback to elevate the overall design quality within the team.
• Mentor and support junior designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

This is an exciting chance to contribute to high-profile projects in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment known for creative excellence.

Qualifications

We are looking for a strategic and detail-focused designer with a robust background in brand packaging and identity design, ideally within the premium wine and spirits sector.

• A minimum of 5 years of design experience, including packaging or identity design work.
• A degree in Design, Packaging, Advertising, or equivalent professional experience (BFA preferred).
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• A strong portfolio demonstrating creative problem-solving abilities and executional excellence.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional demeanor.
• Comfortable in presenting ideas and receiving feedback constructively.
• Ability to effectively sketch and visualize concepts.
• Proven team spirit and mentoring capability.
• Highly organized with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Meticulous attention to detail, even under tight deadlines.
• A positive, collaborative attitude with a "can-do" approach.

This role offers a stimulating and rewarding environment where creativity and innovation are highly valued.