Experiential Graphic Designer IB

CannonDesign; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 53,188 - 62,063; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending account options

Paid time off

401k plan

Employee perk programs

Job summary

CannonDesign is looking for an entry-level Environmental Graphic Designer in Chicago. You will tackle creative design challenges alongside talented designers and architects, transforming ideas into stunning experiences. Responsibilities include designing graphics for various environments and preparing artwork for fabrication.

A Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field is required, along with proficiency in Adobe tools. The position offers a competitive annual salary of $53,188 to $62,063, plus benefits like medical coverage and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related experience required.
• Must demonstrate skill and interest in three-dimensional design.
• Strong design portfolio is essential.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in all phases of the design process.
• Design two- and three-dimensional graphics, maps, and layouts.
• Prepare mockups and camera-ready artwork.

Skills

Graphic Design

Typography

3-dimensional Design

Wayfinding

Exhibition Design

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, or related design 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

The Environmental Graphic Designer IB is a creative professional who thrives on solving design challenges and craves opportunities to create extraordinary, joyful work with optimism and empathy. Here, you’ll work with renowned global brands—from commercial workplaces, to healthcare, and sports environments—to reimagine how their identity comes to life. You will partner with some of the industry's most talented interior designers and architects, elevating spaces into unforgettable experiences that inspire and connect across the built environment. If you are fueled by curiosity, equipped with technical know-how, and passionate about transforming concepts into truly remarkable environments, this is your invitation to join our Living-Centered Design movement. To learn more about our Experiential Graphic Design team, visit our website at https://www.cannondesign.com/perspectives/meet-experiential-graphic-design-team.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Involvement inall 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,signageand 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 andparticipatein the interpretation and translation of their expressed needs and ideas into concepts.
• Prepare photo visualizations and mockups of proposed signage for placement,contentand/or usage.
• Prepare camera-ready artwork for fabrication.
• Work with vendors/fabricators.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• MinimumBachelor degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, or related design fieldrequired.
• Minimum of 2 yearsof related experiencerequired.
• Strong designportfolio.
• Strong typography skills.
• Mustdemonstrateskill and interest in 3-dimensional design, wayfinding, exhibitiondesignand environments.
• Must be analytical and an independent thinker.
• ProficiencyonMacintosh in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesignrequired, skills in AutoCAD and Sketchupa plus.
• Strong designorientation, communication skills, ability to collaborative well and attention to detail are essential.

The salary range for this position to be filled in the Chicago office is $53,188 $62,063 annually. 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.

ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions— we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

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.