Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer

Location: Chicago, IL

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid 1 day/week in office

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension or conversion to FTE)
• Pay Rate: $50.00 $60.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 40 hours/week, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday; overtime as confirmed and approved by the manager
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

A Graphic Designer brings the brand to life through high-quality, accessible design solutions across print and digital channels. This role is responsible for supporting the creative development and adaptation of marketing materials, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and accessibility standards. The Graphic Designer collaborates closely with Intermediate designers, the Head of Design, and cross-functional teams to deliver creative assets that elevate the client experience and reinforce the brand purpose.

Key Responsibilities

The Graphic Designer is responsible for creating visually engaging, brand-aligned content across print and digital platforms. This role balances creativity with technical execution, delivering high-quality designs that support marketing, communications, and business objectives. The Graphic Designer works independently on assigned projects, collaborates with senior creatives and production teams, and contributes to the development of visually consistent standards.

• Delivering creative builds and adaptations for marketing campaigns, print, and digital materials (e.g., brochures, posters, ads, social media, DTV, ATM).
• Translate creative briefs into effective, visually appealing design solutions while providing input and ideas in brainstorming sessions and creative reviews.
• Supporting the Head of Design in creative development, ensuring all work aligns with the visual identity, tone, and voice.
• Ensuring all design outputs meet accessibility standards (ADA), making communications inclusive for all audiences.
• Managing the production and adaptation of assets, including animation, illustration, and iconography, with attention to detail and brand consistency.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, design technologies, and accessibility requirements.
• Delivering final files in required formats and ensuring proper storage in the Digital Asset Management (DAM) system.
• Collaborating with internal partners (copywriters, project managers, and cross-functional teams) to support new initiatives and evergreen programs.
• Support junior team members or creative operations with feedback and technical guidance when needed.

How you'll succeed:

• Storytelling and visual communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling visual narratives.
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning, staying ahead of design and technology trends.
• Proactive approach to brand stewardship and willingness to contribute to the evolution of the brand identity.
• Data-driven and results-oriented mindset, using analytics to measure and improve design impact.
• Strong teamwork, relationship-building, and service orientation.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and systematic thinking.

Required Skills

• Fundamental design knowledge and artistic creativity.
• Design technical proficiency: Expertise in industry-standard Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Brand Application: The ability to take existing brand guidelines (logos, color rules, and fonts) and apply them consistently across various marketing materials.
• Digital & Print Production: Knowing how to properly prepare files for their destination, including understanding color spaces (RGB vs. CMYK), bleed requirements, and resolution.
• Strong verbal and written communication, and presentation skills.
• Planning and organizing.
• Accountable.

Preferred Skills

• Adobe After Effects.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design (required; credential verification required).
• Minimum 3 5 years of graphic design experience.

Important Notes

• Interview process consists of 2 3 rounds (virtual), with the Manager, Production Manager, and Designers.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client operates in the financial services and banking industry, providing marketing support for private wealth and commercial banking businesses across the United States. The team serves high-net-worth and B2B audiences through advertising, presentations, social media, and other creative materials, and employs graphic designers, production managers, and cross-functional creative professionals who collaborate across multiple departments and business lines.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-16528

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