Paper Source
84776BR
Title:
Graphic Designer & Illustrator
Location/Division:
IL-Chicago
Job Summary:
Illustrator and Graphic Design
Paper Source and Barnes & Noble are looking for a Graphic Designer and Illustrator to develop creative and eye-catching designs and illustrations that resonate with the customer and reflects the brand aesthetics.
This role is based out of our Chicago HQ.
Auto req ID:
84776BR
Employment Type:
Full-Time
State:
Illinois
City:
Chicago
What You Do:
• Creates original designs, illustrations, and typographic treatments to be applied to the development of proprietary product including greeting cards, calendars, gift product, gift wrap and more.
• Able to execute a broad range of illustration styles. Takes feedback and direction well and can adapt their style and work to fit the needs of each project.
• Demonstrates exceptional organizational and time management skills. Can prioritize and handle multiple projects to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a professional and positive attitude within a team environment.
• Participate in weekly product reviews with Design and Merchant team to present product concepts to broader group.
• Works well in both an independent and team environment, often collaborating with other designers.
• Keep current with trends in design, stationery, home goods, fashion and related industries to put toward use in seasonal inspiration/trend meetings.
Knowledge & Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design, illustration or a related field
• 3+ years of related design experience required
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Procreate
• Solid knowledge of print production processes and terminology— typesetting, bleeds, die lines, color settings, preflight, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with willingness and excitement to collaborate.
• Exhibits strong attention to detail, ensuring high quality work even on the simplest requests.
An employee in this position can expect an annual starting rate between $60,000 - $70,000 depending on experience, seniority, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law.
Benefits:
Part- time less than 20 hours per week: Sick & Leave pay, Employee Discount
Part-time 20 - 29.99 per week: Sick & Leave pay, Employee Discount, Vacation, Personal Days and Company Holidays, 401(k)
Full Time 30+ hours per week: Sick & Leave pay, Employee Discount, Vacation, Personal Days and Company Holidays, 401(k), Health Benefits, Disability, Life Insurance, Transit, Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category:
Creative & Design
EEO Statement:
As an Affirmative Action Employer, Barnes & Noble hires qualified people to work for its Paper Source subsidiary to perform the many tasks necessary for the success of our business and is committed to diversity in the workplace. An essential part of this policy is providing equal employment opportunity for all. All employment practices and decisions—including those involving application procedures, recruitment or recruitment advertising, hiring, placement, job assignment, transfer, promotion, demotion, training, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, benefits, discipline, leave of absence, layoff, recall, termination and general treatment during employment—will be conducted without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), hairstyle, height and/or weight, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, reproductive health decisions, or any other self-identified, perceived or actual characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Contact (800) 799-5335. Terms of Use, Copyright, and Privacy Policy © 1997-2024 Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. 33 East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003
Title:
Graphic Designer & Illustrator
Location/Division:
IL-Chicago
Job Summary:
Illustrator and Graphic Design
Paper Source and Barnes & Noble are looking for a Graphic Designer and Illustrator to develop creative and eye-catching designs and illustrations that resonate with the customer and reflects the brand aesthetics.
This role is based out of our Chicago HQ.
Auto req ID:
84776BR
Employment Type:
Full-Time
State:
Illinois
City:
Chicago
What You Do:
• Creates original designs, illustrations, and typographic treatments to be applied to the development of proprietary product including greeting cards, calendars, gift product, gift wrap and more.
• Able to execute a broad range of illustration styles. Takes feedback and direction well and can adapt their style and work to fit the needs of each project.
• Demonstrates exceptional organizational and time management skills. Can prioritize and handle multiple projects to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a professional and positive attitude within a team environment.
• Participate in weekly product reviews with Design and Merchant team to present product concepts to broader group.
• Works well in both an independent and team environment, often collaborating with other designers.
• Keep current with trends in design, stationery, home goods, fashion and related industries to put toward use in seasonal inspiration/trend meetings.
Knowledge & Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design, illustration or a related field
• 3+ years of related design experience required
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Procreate
• Solid knowledge of print production processes and terminology— typesetting, bleeds, die lines, color settings, preflight, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with willingness and excitement to collaborate.
• Exhibits strong attention to detail, ensuring high quality work even on the simplest requests.
An employee in this position can expect an annual starting rate between $60,000 - $70,000 depending on experience, seniority, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law.
Benefits:
Part- time less than 20 hours per week: Sick & Leave pay, Employee Discount
Part-time 20 - 29.99 per week: Sick & Leave pay, Employee Discount, Vacation, Personal Days and Company Holidays, 401(k)
Full Time 30+ hours per week: Sick & Leave pay, Employee Discount, Vacation, Personal Days and Company Holidays, 401(k), Health Benefits, Disability, Life Insurance, Transit, Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category:
Creative & Design
EEO Statement:
As an Affirmative Action Employer, Barnes & Noble hires qualified people to work for its Paper Source subsidiary to perform the many tasks necessary for the success of our business and is committed to diversity in the workplace. An essential part of this policy is providing equal employment opportunity for all. All employment practices and decisions—including those involving application procedures, recruitment or recruitment advertising, hiring, placement, job assignment, transfer, promotion, demotion, training, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, benefits, discipline, leave of absence, layoff, recall, termination and general treatment during employment—will be conducted without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), hairstyle, height and/or weight, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, reproductive health decisions, or any other self-identified, perceived or actual characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Contact (800) 799-5335. Terms of Use, Copyright, and Privacy Policy © 1997-2024 Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. 33 East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003