Brand Design Lead (Hybrid)

Colliers; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Colliers in Chicago seeks a creative and strategic design leader to transform ideas into visual stories that strengthen the brand and advance business goals. You’ll guide complex marketing and proposals from concept to production, blending artistic vision with practical execution.

You’ll manage multiple projects, mentor teams, and ensure brand consistency across print and digital media. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, and modern presentation tools is essential, as is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, or related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive design experience across multiple markets.
• Experience in commercial real estate, B2B services, or professional services.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with digital tools such as Ceros, Adobe Express, After Effects, or Adobe Premiere is a plus.
• Expertise with strategic layout design and visual storytelling for high-impact presentations.
• Experience with creative AI tools to drive productivity.
• Strong design aesthetic and leadership in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex design projects from concept to production.
• Serve as a brand champion ensuring deliverables align with standards.
• Provide direction on creative concepts and design execution.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Create interactive client pitches using PowerPoint, Adobe Suite, and Ceros.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-impact design for digital and print.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to translate objectives into visuals.

Skills

Brand leadership

Storytelling

Project management

Leadership

Presentation design

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

PowerPoint

Ceros

Adobe Express

After Effects

Job description

Colliers in Chicago seeks a creative and strategic design leader to transform ideas into visual stories that strengthen the brand and advance business goals. You’ll guide complex marketing and proposals from concept to production, blending artistic vision with practical execution.

You’ll manage multiple projects, mentor teams, and ensure brand consistency across print and digital media. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, and modern presentation tools is essential, as is