Visual Designer

Quad; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,250 - 98,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Innovative work environment

Inclusive company culture

Job summary

A leading media agency in Chicago seeks a Sr Associate, New Business, Visual Designer to create compelling visual narratives and presentations. You'll work closely with strategists and business teams, bringing ideas to life while ensuring brand consistency. This role offers a dynamic, collaborative environment and opportunities for learning and growth. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree and 0-2 years of design experience. Salary range is $68,250 to $98,400 annually.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in visual design or presentation design.
• A portfolio demonstrating strong visual storytelling and presentation skills is required.
• Business level proficiency in English, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Design visually compelling presentations and creative assets.
• Collaborate with strategists and business leads to create visual narratives.
• Manage timelines for multiple projects ensuring on-time delivery.
• Stay ahead of design trends to bring fresh thinking to presentations.

Skills

Visual storytelling

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Figma

Job description

Rise is an award-winning, full-service Media Agency of Record backed by data and powered by people. We create omnichannel experiences using our proprietary tech stack and advanced analytics capabilities to help solve the unique struggles brands face today. This approach, with transparency at its core, specializes in omnichannel media, commerce and retail media, advanced in‑home media, as well as content and creator marketing. We offer “Risers” the opportunity to work in an ever‑evolving industry that will foster learning and development, provide an innovative work environment with diverse projects and clients, career advancement paths, a collaborative team environment, corporate social responsibility initiatives, an inclusive and diverse culture, and an association with a reputable media agency.

General Purpose of Job

The Sr Associate, New Business, Visual Designer will bring a passion for storytelling and a sharp eye for design to join our New Business Team. You will help ideas come alive and transform complex strategies into compelling visual narratives that captivate potential clients. You’ll collaborate closely with strategists, planners, and business leaders to develop presentations, proposals, and case studies that clearly communicate ideas and strategies. In this fast‑paced, collaborative environment you’ll shape the visual identity of our new business efforts, ensuring every touchpoint is engaging, polished, and on‑brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Bring ideas to life by designing visually compelling presentations, pitch decks, and creative assets that tell a clear, engaging story.
• Collaborate closely with strategists, business leads, and creatives to translate complex ideas into simple, beautiful visual narratives.
• Own the visual identity of new‑business efforts—ensuring consistency, polish, and innovation across all materials.
• Design with purpose using PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and other tools to create high‑impact visuals that resonate with clients.
• Lead the visual development of RFPs, proposals, and case studies—tailoring each to the prospect’s brand, tone, and business needs.
• Manage timelines and workflows for multiple concurrent projects, ensuring on‑time delivery without compromising quality.
• Iterate quickly and thoughtfully based on feedback from internal stakeholders, always pushing for stronger, smarter design.
• Maintain and evolve templates, icon libraries, and visual systems to streamline future work and elevate the team’s creative output.
• Stay ahead of design trends and bring fresh thinking to how we present our work and our agency.
• Contribute to a culture of creativity and excellence, offering feedback, inspiration, and support to teammates across disciplines.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Media Arts, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience.

Experience: 0–2 years of professional experience in visual design, presentation design, or a related creative field. A portfolio that demonstrates strong visual storytelling, layout, and presentation design skills is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Business level proficiency in English – both written and oral communication.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and a strong understanding of presentation design principles.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop); familiarity with Figma or similar tools is a plus.
• Strong visual storytelling skills—able to translate abstract ideas into clear, engaging visuals.
• Excellent attention to detail, layout, typography, and brand consistency.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills—you’re comfortable giving and receiving feedback.
• A proactive, curious mindset with a desire to learn, grow, and contribute creatively to a team.

Employees can be expected to be paid an annualized salary range of $68,250 – $98,400, based on variations in knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions.

Rise and Quad are proud to be equal‑opportunity employers. We are committed to creating a place of belonging—a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Rise and Quad do not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Rise and Quad also prohibit harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology