Digital Designer - AI

Aquent; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a Digital Designer - AI in Illinois, responsible for high-quality graphic design while leveraging AI technologies. This role merges traditional design principles with innovative AI capabilities to create engaging content. Candidates should possess a strong design portfolio, expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, and experience in AI tools, ensuring brand consistency and creativity across projects.

Benefits

Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans

Paid sick leave

Retirement plans with a match

Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in graphic design with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe tools and AI platforms like Firefly.
• Solid understanding of design principles and ability to integrate AI.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-quality graphic design work using both traditional and AI tools.
• Develop and maintain design systems integrating traditional and AI-generated assets.
• Analyze performance data to refine approaches and improve engagement.

Skills

Graphic Design

AI Integration

Typography

Color Theory

Layout

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Firefly

Ad Creative

Job description

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The Designer is responsible for executing high-quality graphic design work while integrating generative AI-powered creative tools into the design process. This role requires a combination of classical design craftsmanship and the ability to leverage advanced AI technology to deliver innovative, high-impact visual solutions. The position bridges conventional design principles with emerging AI capabilities to create compelling content across various platforms and campaigns.

Core Responsibilities

Execute high-quality graphic design work using established principles and industry best practices.

Utilize and optimize generative AI platforms to enhance and scale content production.

Create original designs from concept to completion using both traditional tools and AI assistance.

Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems that integrate both traditional and AI-generated assets.

Ensure brand consistency across all design outputs, whether traditionally crafted or AI-enhanced.

Build and refine expertise in prompt engineering to improve the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated content.

Analyze AI-generated outputs and apply traditional design techniques to enhance quality and visual appeal.

Establish and manage libraries of effective prompts, design assets, and creative templates.

Develop workflows that maximize the strengths of both traditional and AI-assisted design processes.

Analyze performance data to refine design approaches and improve engagement and effectiveness.

Innovate by researching and experimenting with new tools, methods, and approaches to optimize the use of AI in the creative process.

Train and guide team members on the effective use of AI tools within established design workflows.

Required Skills & Experience

3-5 years of professional experience in graphic design, with a portfolio demonstrating high-quality work across multiple platforms.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Firefly) and other industry-standard design tools.

Demonstrated experience in both traditional design workflows and AI-powered design platforms (Firefly, Ad Creative)

Solid understanding of fundamental design principles, including typography, color theory, layout, and composition.

Ability to seamlessly integrate traditional design elements with AI-generated assets.

Experience creating responsive designs optimized for various platforms and formats.

Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and balance traditional and AI-assisted projects effectively.

Technical Competencies

Advanced proficiency in traditional design software and techniques.

Practical experience with generative AI platforms and creative automation tools.

Understanding of AI model behaviors and capabilities across multiple platforms.

Proficiency in prompt engineering to guide AI tools in generating contextually and visually accurate content.

Ability to integrate AI-generated assets into design workflows without compromising quality or brand consistency.

Familiarity with digital asset management systems and version control tools.

Awareness of AI limitations and the ability to apply creative solutions when required.

Knowledge of contemporary design trends and advancements in AI technology.

Experience in using performance metrics to evaluate and improve creative content.

Soft Skills

Strong aesthetic judgment and attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills to articulate design decisions and collaborate across teams.

Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to determine the optimal approach for each project.

Ability to balance creative quality with production efficiency.

Adaptability and a growth mindset with a passion for learning about new tools and technologies.

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.

Formal training in traditional design principles with practical experience in digital and AI-assisted tools.

Ongoing commitment to professional development in both traditional design techniques and emerging creative technologies.

Performance Metrics for Success

Design Quality: Consistent delivery of high-quality, visually compelling content.

Operational Efficiency: Effective management and integration of traditional and AI-assisted workflows.

Brand Consistency: Maintenance of consistent branding across all visual assets.

Innovation and Experimentation: Proactive exploration of new techniques and tools to enhance design capabilities.

Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing: Contribution to team growth through training, collaboration, and sharing best practices.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $48 to $54 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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  Staffing and Recruiting

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