Experiential Graphic Designer - Entry Level

Cannon Design; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,426 - 38,724; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Remote work options

401k plan

Job summary

Cannon Design in Chicago is looking for an entry-level designer to join their Experiential Graphic Design team. The role involves participating in the entire design process from conceptual development to artwork production. Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field, along with a proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required by hire date.
• Strong background in typography and related internship experience highly valued.
• Must demonstrate skill in 3-dimensional design and wayfinding.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in all phases of the design process.
• Design various graphics, maps, and layouts.
• Prepare photo visualizations and mockups.

Skills

Typography

3-Dimensional Design

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

AutoCAD

Sketchup

Job description

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this entry level position, we encourage you to apply.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our multi-faceted experiential design team is seeking thoughtful and innovative minds, skilled in the arts of visual communication, imaginative storytelling, and creative problem‑solving to join our team as we leverage the power of design to bridge the gap between individual, brand, and the built environment to create inspiring experiences for our clients. You will join us in addressing our client’s largest challenges and transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. To learn more about our Experiential Graphic Design team, visit their page on our website: https://www.cannondesign.com/perspectives/meet-experiential-graphic-design-team

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Involvement in all phases of the design process from conceptual development through artwork production.
• Participate in recommendations for concept, design, art direction, and production for a variety of two- and three-dimensional graphics, signage and exhibits.
• Under direct supervision and partnership with the environmental graphics team, design a variety of two- and three-dimensional graphics, maps, print layouts for exhibits and signage.
• With guidance, work with selected clients and participate in the interpretation and translation of their expressed needs and ideas into concepts.
• Prepare photo visualizations and mockups of proposed signage for placement, content and/or usage.
• Prepare camera‑ready artwork for fabrication.
• Work with vendors/fabricators.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Minimum Bachelor degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, or related design field required by hire date.
• Strong background in typography and previous related student internship experience highly valued.
• Must demonstrate skill and interest in 3-dimensional design, wayfinding, exhibition design and environments.
• Proficiency on Macintosh in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign required, skills in AutoCAD and Sketchup a plus.
• Strong design orientation, communication skills, ability to collaborate well and attention to detail are essential.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position to be filled in the San Diego office is $24.99 to $28.11 hourly. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex‑time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

EEO STATEMENT

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm's policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign's policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.