Graphic Artist Job at Advantage Solutions in Chicago

Graphic Artist

Job Locations: US-IL-Chicago | US-CT-Stamford | US-TX-Dallas

Primary Posting Location: City — Chicago

Primary Posting Location: State/Province — IL

Primary Posting Location: Postal Code — 60601

Primary Posting Location: Country — US

Requisition ID — 2025-437018

Position Type — Full Time

Category — Marketing (Corporate): Integrated Marketing, Experiential Marketing

Minimum — USD $52,000.00/Yr.

Maximum — USD $73,000.00/Yr.

Summary

Graphic Artist

At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a talented and creative Graphic Artist who is highly organized and able to work efficiently on multiple projects to meet tight deadlines. The Graphic Artist plays a key role in the overall creative process, taking the Art Director's creative layouts to produce technically correct high-quality printer-ready files. He or she must have an advanced knowledge of relevant computer programs and an understanding of print production, image compression, color correction and optimization techniques to ensure the highest quality product.

The Graphic Artist will originate the mechanical stage of all layouts, determine photo quality standards, retouching and color proofing needs as well as overall quality control checks. He or she will provide instructions or directly assemble and prepares final layouts for printer.

Take this opportunity to join North America's leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today!

What we offer

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and Career Development
• Generous Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Creative and Production to build technically correct high-quality printer-ready files.
• Hands-on computer operator (MAC) working with relevant MAC Adobe design software: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Quark Express, Acrobat, MS Suite, Preflight, layout and design.
• Show flexibility in executing mechanicals with a wide range of creative styles and brands, both client and agency focused.
• Take direction and see a job through from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's Degree preferred or equivalent job-related experience; Trade Degree
• 2-4 years of experience in similar industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Mac-based design tools: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Quark Xpress, Acrobat; MS Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple duties with accuracy under deadlines
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment

Job Details

Travel and/or Driving: Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job.

Environment & Physical Requirements

Office environment; sedentary work. May require sitting for extended periods and lifting up to 10 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment or perform essential functions of the job.

Important Information

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The Company reserves the right to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer positions, subject to applicable law.