Senior Graphic Designer - Freelance

We are seeking a Senior Graphic Designer who will work independently as well as in collaboration with leadership and teammates including project managers to support clients through graphic design that elevates messaging. The ideal candidate will be creative and passionate about print and digital design and the ability to story-tell through visual graphics. Deliverables will include logo and brand management, presentations, fact sheets, reports, maps, infographics, graphical illustrations (2D and 3D), electronic newsletters, digital media posts, videos, and website design.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Support the graphic design team with creating a range of designs including presentations, brochures, banners, booklets, and other documents

  • Review and assessment of project requirements

  • Utilize graphic design skills to produce a variety of work including:

    • Prepare files for print

    • Organize and manage digital assets

    • Collaborate with team to develop projects

    • Design landing pages and website

    • Design and create brand guidelines that include but are not limited to logos, color palette, templates, website/landing page, photography, etc.

    • Take art direction from client and project managers

    • Revise work based on review from team and clients

Qualifications and Skills

  • BA or BFA in Graphic Design

  • 3-6 years experience in a similar role

  • Produce high-quality designs under tight deadlines required

  • Partner cross-functionally to gain a clear understanding of sales objectives, and present effective solutions to design/advertising challenges that accomplish client objectives

  • Maintain open and professional communication relating to project status to teammates, managers, and business partners

  • Ability to produce designs from initial brief through to completion

  • Excellent verbal and written skills

  • Organized and self-motivated

  • Time management skills

  • Skilled in Adobe CC InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, Microsoft Office

  • Strong portfolio of sample graphic design projects

  • Eagerness to learn and grow design and marketing skills

  • Excellent computer competency and adept at learning new digital platforms; Knowledge of Asana a huge plus

  • Being able to work well with other creative members to streamline tasks efficiently

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Demonstrated ability to work and maintain good judgment in fast-paced environments while managing workload and priorities

  • Ability to take design feedback and incorporate it quickly

  • Solid understanding of the principles and elements of design, layout, and grid systems.

  • HTML email and Wix design/build experience is a plus

  • Available to work nights and weekends when needed to meet deadlines

Commitment to Morreale Core Values

Our core values represent the beliefs, philosophies, and principles that define who we are and how we do business. We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates commitment and character to upholding the Morreale Core Values in all they do.

  • Accountability: Own it and honor our commitment to others.

  • Diversity: Embrace diverse perspectives and foster a culture of inclusion.

  • Excellence: Think big. Be bold and make every action count.

  • Integrity: Be honest, respectful, and trustworthy. Always do the right thing.

  • Collaboration: Stronger together. Elevate each other’s unique abilities to build on our collective strength.

Benefits: Benefits include 13-PTO days, eligibility for healthcare, vision, dental, life insurance, and 401K.

Morreale Communications is a Chicago-based female-owned public relations firm that empowers clients to elevate their voices during change, crisis, and opportunity. The firm’s communication roadmap delivers the right message to the right people on the right platform to transform outcomes. Areas of focus include transportation, utilities, healthcare, higher education, and fortune 500 companies. We are dedicated to operating as a strong advocate for inclusion and the elevation of diverse voices for our clients and as a firm. Morreale is an equal opportunity employer who believes in the value of diverse voices and perspectives. 

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