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Walsh Employment

Senior Graphic Designer

Walsh Employment, Highland Park, Illinois, United States, 60035

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Senior Graphic Designer Location:

Highland Park, IL Salary:

$60-85K plus excellent benefits package Our client is seeking a

highly creative and proactive Senior Graphic Designer

to join their dynamic in-house creative team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of compelling brand and packaging design projects within the

wine and spirits

industry. You will work closely with the family ownership and sales teams to bring brand stories to life from

concept through to production and logistics . You’ll be involved in the entire lifecycle of design, contributing both individually and collaboratively in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment. Key Requirements We are looking for a

strategic thinker

and

detail-oriented designer

with a solid foundation in

brand packaging and identity design , ideally within the

premium wine and spirits sector . Essential experience and skills: Minimum

5 years of design experience , including packaging or identity work Degree in Design, Packaging, Advertising or equivalent professional experience (BFA preferred) Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

– especially

Photoshop ,

Illustrator , and

InDesign Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Proven creative problem-solving abilities

with a strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual strength and executional excellence Clear communication skills

– both written and verbal – with a professional demeanour Comfortable presenting rationale and giving/receiving constructive feedback Ability to

sketch and visualise concepts

effectively Demonstrated

team spirit and mentoring

ability Highly

organised , with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities Meticulous attention to detail

under tight deadlines Positive, collaborative attitude – a “can-do” approach is essential Role & Responsibilities In this role, you will be expected to lead and deliver impactful design solutions, manage project workflows, and support junior team members. You will take ownership of your own projects while contributing to the wider creative goals of the team. Key responsibilities include: Conceptualising, developing, and executing

end-to-end design solutions Leading project ownership

and delivering

on-brand, on-time, visually outstanding outcomes Championing brand strategies and acting as a

brand steward Liaising with internal stakeholders and external vendors, including

photographers, illustrators, and printers Supporting project organisation, planning, and execution across multiple streams Providing

feedback and critique

to elevate team-wide design quality Mentoring and supporting junior designers Additional Information Physical Requirements: Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time This is an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to high-profile brand projects in a growing team with a strong reputation for creative excellence. To apply , please submit your CV, cover letter, and a portfolio demonstrating your most relevant work.

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