Graphic Designer Jobs in Chicago, IL

A Graphic Designer in the publishing industry plays a crucial role in creating visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports. Using digital illustration, photo editing software, and layout software, they develop the look of articles, books, magazines, product information, advertisements, or websites. They also select colors, images, text style, and layout, presenting the design to clients or the art director and incorporating changes recommended into the final design.

Important skills for a Graphic Designer in Publishing include proficiency in graphic design software, a strong visual aesthetic, excellent communication skills, creativity, time management, and attention to detail. Certifications in Adobe Creative Suite, especially in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, are highly beneficial. Prior job roles that may lead to a career in graphic design include Junior Graphic Designer, Desktop Publisher, and Art Director. These roles provide opportunities to gain experience and develop the necessary skills for a successful career in graphic design.

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Senior Graphic Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Job Title Senior Graphic Designer Job Description Summary As a key member of the Americas Property Marketing Center of Excellence (COE), the Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for the development...

Digital Designer / Editor- Content Creator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and...

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to manage the work of another Graphic Designer. Ability to translate concept ideas to presentable mock-ups....

Digital Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Digital Designer Adoorn k Chicago, IL Mid-Level Full Time Graphic Designer Chicago, IL Apr 23 Job Description Adoorn (adoorn) exists to provide peace of mind when ites to package delivery while giving...

Jr Digital Designer - Contractor

  • Lincolnshire, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Jr Digital Designer - Contractor Who We Are At Amsive, we're more than just a performance marketing agency; we're a team that thrives on collaboration and innovation. We offer a supportive...

Graphic Designer, XD

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

at Constituency Management Group in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description At Momentum Worldwide, we value diversity and the uniqueness of all people. We thrive in an inclusive...

Graphic Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

The Opportunity to Make an Impact We are an ambitious, quickly expanding team looking for a Graphic Designer who can help us compete on a global scale....

Creative Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

About Bally's Corporation Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence. Bally's owns and operates 19 casinos across 11 states,...

Graphic Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for an innovative Graphic Designer to join Walker & Dunlop, one of FORTUNE Magazines 20 fastest growing public companies and a Great Place to Work....

Senior Graphic Designer / Art Director (pharma) Remote Contract

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Remote | Must be available to work Eastern Standard Time hours 2-3 month contract, potential to extend Our client, a fast-growing digital marketing agency, is looking for a Senior Graphic Designer /...

Remote Work

Graphic Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

The Opportunity to Make an Impact We are an ambitious, quickly expanding team looking for a Graphic Designer who can help us compete on a global scale....

Senior Graphic Designer / Art Director Remote Contract

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Remote | Must be available to work Eastern Standard Time hours 2-3 month contract, potential to extend Our client, a fast-growing digital marketing agency, is looking for a Senior Graphic Designer /...

Remote Work

Graphic Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Job Title Graphic Designer Job Description Summary The Graphic Design role reports to the Capital Markets Center of Excellence Design Manager....

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

We are seeking a creative innovator and collaborative digital-first graphic designer with a proven track record developing campaign concepts, logos, social media content, executive presentations, video...

Senior Graphic Designer, Things Remembered

  • Burr Ridge, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Summary : Things Remembered is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer with a sophisticated aesthetic and extensive experience in both digital and print design to join our creative team....

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Salary for Graphic Designer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Graphic Designers in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.7%
Master's Degree
18.3%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
High School or GED
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Graphic Designers in Chicago, IL
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%


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