Graphic Designer

Senior Graphic DesignerLocation: Highland Park, ILSalary: $60-85K plus excellent benefits packageOur client is seeking a highly creative and proactive Senior Graphic Designer to join their dynamic in-house creative team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of compelling brand and packaging design projects within the wine and spirits industry. You will work closely with the family ownership and sales teams to bring brand stories to life from concept through to production and logistics.You’ll be involved in the entire lifecycle of design, contributing both individually and collaboratively in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.Key RequirementsWe are looking for a strategic thinker and detail-oriented designer with a solid foundation in brand packaging and identity design, ideally within the premium wine and spirits sector.Essential experience and skills:Minimum 5 years of design experience, including packaging or identity workLeadership and mentorship experienceDegree in Design, Packaging, Advertising or equivalent professional experience (BFA preferred)Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite – especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesignGood working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Proven creative problem-solving abilities with a strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual strength and executional excellenceClear communication skills – both written and verbal – with a professional demeanourComfortable presenting rationale and giving/receiving constructive feedbackAbility to sketch and visualise concepts effectivelyDemonstrated team spirit and mentoring abilityHighly organised, with flexibility to adapt to changing prioritiesMeticulous attention to detail under tight deadlinesPositive, collaborative attitude – a “can-do” approach is essentialRole & ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will be expected to lead and deliver impactful design solutions, manage project workflows, and support junior team members. You will take ownership of your own projects while contributing to the wider creative goals of the team.Key responsibilities include:Conceptualising, developing, and executing end-to-end design solutionsLeading project ownership and delivering on-brand, on-time, visually outstanding outcomesChampioning brand strategies and acting as a brand stewardLiaising with internal stakeholders and external vendors, including photographers, illustrators, and printersSupporting project organisation, planning, and execution across multiple streamsProviding feedback and critique to elevate team-wide design qualityMentoring and supporting junior designersAdditional InformationPhysical Requirements:Ability to remain seated for extended periods of timeThis is an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to high-profile brand projects in a growing team with a strong reputation for creative excellence.To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter, and a portfolio demonstrating your most relevant work.