Designer, Packaging & Brand Systems

SGS & Co; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Marks Walnut Studio in Chicago, IL is seeking a designer who is passionate about design at every level. You will contribute creative thinking from project initiation through final product, and grow under senior guidance toward masterful execution across multiple styles.

The role specializes in digital shelf and packaging design and brand systems across beauty, food & beverage, spirits, health, and retail. A collaborative, quality-driven mindset and ownership of high-quality work are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• 3-6+ years of experience in packaging, digital and/or brand design.
• Expert fluency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.
• Well-rounded portfolio showcasing typography, photography, Illustration, presentation skills, sketching and design methodology.
• Computer literacy, including familiarity with both iOS and Windows; fluency in Keynote, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Interpreting client briefs into concepts that exceed client expectations.
• Visual problem solving and concept execution that is top tier in the industry.
• Contributing in team brainstorming.
• Building presentation decks and ensuring accuracy.
• Presenting your work internally with confidence.
• Managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Mentoring junior team members and supporting colleagues.
• Taking ownership for project quality and timely completion.
• Maintaining open dialogue with team throughout the project life-cycle.
• Getting involved with agency life and internal initiatives.

Skills

Creative thinker

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Marks Walnut Studio in Chicago, IL is seeking a designer who is passionate about design at every level. You will contribute creative thinking from project initiation through final product, and grow under senior guidance toward masterful execution across multiple styles.

The role specializes in digital shelf and packaging design and brand systems across beauty, food & beverage, spirits, health, and retail. A collaborative, quality-driven mindset and ownership of high-quality work are essential.