Experiential Graphic Designer II

CannonDesign; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 56,795 - 70,948; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending account options

Paid time off

Flex-time schedules

401k plan

Job summary

CannonDesign is seeking an entry level Environmental Graphic Designer II to join our creative team in Chicago. The ideal candidate will contribute to design processes and collaborate with talented interior designers and architects to create unforgettable experiences for renowned global brands.

This role requires a minimum Bachelor degree in Graphic Design and at least 4 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in design tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is essential. We offer a competitive salary between $56,795 and $70,948, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of related experience required.
• Strong design portfolio and background in a variety of markets.
• Experience in exhibition design and environments.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of the design process from concept to production.
• Translate clients’ needs and ideas into compelling concepts.
• Support project execution from storyboard to final design.

Skills

Graphic Design

3-dimensional design

Typography

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Revit

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 II 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 their page on our website: https://www.cannondesign.com/perspectives/meet-experiential-graphic-design-team

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

INFLUENCE

• Participate in all phases of the design process from concept development through artwork production.
• Translate clients’ needs and ideas into compelling concepts that express their mission and purpose.

CREATIVITY

• Support project execution from storyboard to final design.
• Engage by using curiosity, empathy, and intuition to clarify complex ideas, visions and strategies.
• Design creative, highly detailed solutions across all media types that express a unique vision, including two- and three-dimensional graphics, signage, and exhibits.
• Develop documentation for a variety of design projects to include graphic programs, wayfinding and signage systems, donor recognition programs and interpretive exhibits, under the direction of design leaders.
• Produce camera-ready artwork for fabrication.

COLLABORATION

• Communicate during team calls and actively engage in lively design critique.
• Prepare visualizations and mockups of proposed signage and graphic content on digital models.
• Collaborate with design leaders on the EGD team and the larger project team.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Minimum Bachelor degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, or related design field required.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience required.
• Strong design portfolio and background in a variety of markets.
• Strong typography skills.
• Robust communication skills and proven strategies for collaborating in fast-moving, complex project teams.
• Must have demonstrated skill and interest in 3-dimensional design, wayfinding, exhibition design and environments.
• Must have a working knowledge and experience in all phases of design process.
• Must be analytical and an independent thinker.
• Attention to detail a must.
• Proficiency on Mac in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign required. Skills in Revit and SketchUp a plus.

The salary range for this position to be filled in the Chicago office is $56,795 to $70,948 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.

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.