Visual Design Lead: Storytelling & Brand Systems Architect

IDEO; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Autonomy in design process

Employee benefits

Job summary

IDEO is seeking a Visual Communication Design Lead based in Chicago to guide multidisciplinary teams through the design process, elevate storytelling, and set visual direction on diverse projects. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in graphic design, demonstrating leadership and exceptional craft through a versatile portfolio.

This full-time position offers a salary range of $100,000–$120,000 USD, along with benefits in a collaborative environment that values creativity, inclusion, and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Strong, versatile portfolio demonstrating exceptional craft.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams through complex design.
• Fluency in tools for visual communication and prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Own the visual direction of engagements and lead design teams.
• Collaborate with clients using storytelling to express design.
• Create and guide prototypes at varying levels of fidelity.

Skills

Visual storytelling

Leadership

Graphic design

Collaboration

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or interaction design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Google Slides

Job description

IDEO is seeking a Visual Communication Design Lead based in Chicago to guide multidisciplinary teams through the design process, elevate storytelling, and set visual direction on diverse projects. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in graphic design, demonstrating leadership and exceptional craft through a versatile portfolio.

This full-time position offers a salary range of $100,000–$120,000 USD, along with benefits in a collaborative environment that values creativity, inclusion, and personal growth.