What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Graphic Designer position at smartdept. inc.?
smartdept. is searching for a Senior Graphic Designer for a manufacturing industry client located in Bolingbrook, IL. The ideal candidate will come with 5 years of experience. This is a full-time, onsite direct hire opportunity. Compensation for this position is expected to be 75-80K
The Senior Graphic Designer will oversee and execute a wide range of creative projects, supporting marketing, communications, events, and internal initiatives. This role blends hands-on design work with project management and team leadership, ensuring brand consistency and high standards across all deliverables.
What You’ll Do:
- Design custom literature, including flyers, presentations, slide decks, spec sheets, comparison charts, and one-off items for internal needs
- Create and manage email campaigns using Constant Contact
- Develop packaging design and social media graphics
- Contribute to blog creation and proof copy/layouts for team members
- Design trade show and event graphics/materials
- Oversee the corporate apparel program: source vendors, secure pricing, coordinate samples, ordering, and distribution
- Manage corporate swag items: sourcing, pricing, samples, ordering, and distribution
- Interface with internal departments, clients, partners, and vendors
- Support event planning and execution for both internal company events and external customer events
- Maintain brand consistency and visual identity across all platforms and materials
- Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met
What You’ll Need:
Education/Experience:
- Associate's degree in design and/or certificate in graphic design required
- 5 years of professional graphic design experience
Core Design Skills:
- Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Strong layout, composition, and typography skills
- Experience in branding and maintaining visual identity
- Print design expertise, including pre-press requirements
- Digital design experience—web, UI/UX, and online assets
- Original illustration and motion graphics skills
- Social media platform expertise (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Understanding of color theory and its impact on design
- Ability to embrace AI tools as creative assistants
- Proficiency in Office365 and Teams
Project Management & Leadership:
- Experience managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and working within budgets
- Team leadership and mentoring abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Creative problem-solving and time management
Other Important Skills:
- Meticulous attention to detail and consistency
- Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work (please include examples of email campaigns—standalone and as part of larger campaigns)
- Creativity and innovation; ability to think outside the box
- Adaptability to changing trends and client needs
Attributes:
- Resilience and enthusiasm for adapting to changing priorities
- Proactive attitude and willingness to explore new ideas
- Strong organizational and productivity focus
- High integrity, ethics, and inclusivity
- Flexibility and commitment to professional development