Graphic Designer - FREEMAN
Chicago, IL
About the Job
Position Overview:
Our Graphic Designers produce and implement experiential marketing campaigns across multiple points of contact (from web to print, and from app/screen to environmental graphics and wayfinding), using visual skills and brand standards to create powerful touchpoints that meaningfully influence and inspire target audiences.
Responsibilities:
+ Develop illustrations and graphics in collaboration with strategists, creative directors, and multidisciplinary designers
+ Design layouts, collateral and design assets for experiential marketing events, such as interactive, print, screen, environmental and other media touchpoints
+ Design stunning visual presentations in collaboration with the creative team for pitches and RFPs that clearly communicate concepts and execution
+ Work closely with a multi-disciplinary creative team to develop unique branded experiences
+ Translates approved design concepts into production-ready files for handoff to layout teams, often on multiple projects simultaneously
+ Internally presents concepts manage revisions, and resubmits as needed
+ Efficiently manages workload to ensure quality and timely completion
+ Become an expert in our clients’ visual identities and event brand standards to implement them in the most impactful way
+ Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
+ Formal qualifications in Graphic Design
+ 1 - 5 years of industry experience in a related field and/or agency: for example, brand experience at a creative/event/experience agency, architectural design firm in applicable areas of space design, visual design, industrial design with a focus on audience experience
+ Exceptional visual design talents and the ability to cover a breadth of styles and media
+ Experience working in large-format graphics and 3-dimensional environments
+ Mastery of design tools including Adobe Creative Cloud
+ Command of photography and image manipulation techniques
+ Familiarity with AI tools
+ Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
+ Can confidently present creative ideas and work to internal teams and clients, driving impactful discussions and outcomes
+ Proficient in Google Drive/Slides/Docs and Microsoft Office
+ Exceptional organization skills, strong attention to detail, and a positive attitude
+ Adapts swiftly in dynamic and evolving settings
+ Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Skills:
+ Proficiency in Figma, Apple Keynote, Google Slides, and/or PowerPoint all distinct advantages
+ Presentation design experience a huge plus
+ Understanding of HTML, interface and interactive design a plus
Company Overview:
Sparks is a live + digital brand experience agency. We specialize in creating connection - real human connection - onsite, online or anywhere. Through a mix of insightful strategy, breakthrough creative, cutting edge design and flawless execution, we create memorable trade show exhibits, live and virtual events, brand activations, retail stores, corporate & conference environments, keynotes and other immersive experiences that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust, all around the world. And in 2023, Sparks was acquired by Freeman, and is now part of the largest event and experience group in the world.
We operate an open and inclusive culture where all recognize, respect, appreciate, and encourage individuality regardless of race, gender, age, religion, culture, ideology, economic status, disability or sexual orientation. We believe that everyone at all levels of our organization is accountable for building this culture. We are challenging ourselves daily to seek and build diversity and equality in any way we can–and we welcome your ideas.
Think you’ve got what it takes to hang with us?
We’ve built our reputation on creating awesome experiences for our clients, but equally important is the experience we create for our people. Yes, we work hard. But we also make it a point to have fun. And we find our people work that much harder when work doesn’t feel so much like, well, work. If you share our mindset, we should chat.
We’ve always got our eyes peeled for smart, hungry people who think that what we do isn’t so much a job as it is a way of life. And while any company can supply stuff like benefits (and, of course we do too!) our greatest benefit comes from the amazing people you’ll interact with daily, who will challenge and push you to think harder, be more creative and love what you do.
_Sparks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training._
Our Graphic Designers produce and implement experiential marketing campaigns across multiple points of contact (from web to print, and from app/screen to environmental graphics and wayfinding), using visual skills and brand standards to create powerful touchpoints that meaningfully influence and inspire target audiences.
Responsibilities:
+ Develop illustrations and graphics in collaboration with strategists, creative directors, and multidisciplinary designers
+ Design layouts, collateral and design assets for experiential marketing events, such as interactive, print, screen, environmental and other media touchpoints
+ Design stunning visual presentations in collaboration with the creative team for pitches and RFPs that clearly communicate concepts and execution
+ Work closely with a multi-disciplinary creative team to develop unique branded experiences
+ Translates approved design concepts into production-ready files for handoff to layout teams, often on multiple projects simultaneously
+ Internally presents concepts manage revisions, and resubmits as needed
+ Efficiently manages workload to ensure quality and timely completion
+ Become an expert in our clients’ visual identities and event brand standards to implement them in the most impactful way
+ Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
+ Formal qualifications in Graphic Design
+ 1 - 5 years of industry experience in a related field and/or agency: for example, brand experience at a creative/event/experience agency, architectural design firm in applicable areas of space design, visual design, industrial design with a focus on audience experience
+ Exceptional visual design talents and the ability to cover a breadth of styles and media
+ Experience working in large-format graphics and 3-dimensional environments
+ Mastery of design tools including Adobe Creative Cloud
+ Command of photography and image manipulation techniques
+ Familiarity with AI tools
+ Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
+ Can confidently present creative ideas and work to internal teams and clients, driving impactful discussions and outcomes
+ Proficient in Google Drive/Slides/Docs and Microsoft Office
+ Exceptional organization skills, strong attention to detail, and a positive attitude
+ Adapts swiftly in dynamic and evolving settings
+ Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Skills:
+ Proficiency in Figma, Apple Keynote, Google Slides, and/or PowerPoint all distinct advantages
+ Presentation design experience a huge plus
+ Understanding of HTML, interface and interactive design a plus
Company Overview:
Sparks is a live + digital brand experience agency. We specialize in creating connection - real human connection - onsite, online or anywhere. Through a mix of insightful strategy, breakthrough creative, cutting edge design and flawless execution, we create memorable trade show exhibits, live and virtual events, brand activations, retail stores, corporate & conference environments, keynotes and other immersive experiences that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust, all around the world. And in 2023, Sparks was acquired by Freeman, and is now part of the largest event and experience group in the world.
We operate an open and inclusive culture where all recognize, respect, appreciate, and encourage individuality regardless of race, gender, age, religion, culture, ideology, economic status, disability or sexual orientation. We believe that everyone at all levels of our organization is accountable for building this culture. We are challenging ourselves daily to seek and build diversity and equality in any way we can–and we welcome your ideas.
Think you’ve got what it takes to hang with us?
We’ve built our reputation on creating awesome experiences for our clients, but equally important is the experience we create for our people. Yes, we work hard. But we also make it a point to have fun. And we find our people work that much harder when work doesn’t feel so much like, well, work. If you share our mindset, we should chat.
We’ve always got our eyes peeled for smart, hungry people who think that what we do isn’t so much a job as it is a way of life. And while any company can supply stuff like benefits (and, of course we do too!) our greatest benefit comes from the amazing people you’ll interact with daily, who will challenge and push you to think harder, be more creative and love what you do.
_Sparks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training._
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