Graphic Designer Jobs in Illinois

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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Graphic Designer

  • Peoria, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 13 days ago

Under the leadership of the Senior Graphic Designer, the Graphic Designer works to create various marketing campaigns and collateral....

Graphic Designer (Entry Level)

  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • 2 days ago

ERM's Digital Services is seeking a highly talented and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with an impressive portfolio to join our growing, global design team....

Part Time Graphic Designer (Starts ASAP!) - RB9-18437821

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

The Graphic Designer will be assisting the Lead Designer with design/production overflow work....

Remote Work

Creative Designer

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 3 days ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep...

Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Graphic Designer V to join our creative team....

Graphic Designer

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

Make our Design Team your best move ever We're looking for an imaginative Graphic Designer to join our Design Team to help our customers bring their products to market. Why here?...

Production Artist

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

Job Description The Production Artist will work collaboratively with the creative team to produce a wide range of marketing materials across both digital and traditional formats. This role...

Graphic Designer [Chicago]

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

Part Time Graphic Designer Job Description The ABC7 Chicago Design Department has an opportunity for a part-time Graphic Designer to join our collaborative team....

Lead, Brand Creative Designer, Brand Defining, Global

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

Lead, Brand Creative Designer, Brand Defining, Global - NIKE, Inc. - Beaverton, OR. - Collaborate with Art Director and studio team to develop the overarching idea and visual direction; deliver...

Content & Graphic Designer

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 7 days ago

Content and Graphic Designer MC Machinery Systems, Inc. is seeking a Content and Graphic Designer to join our dynamic marketing team....

Digital Designer

  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago

This role requires a strong understanding of style guides and the ability to apply brand guidelines consistently across digital assets, ensuring cohesive and impactful designs....

Remote Work

Sr. Production Artist

  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 9 days ago

About hand2mind: We bring learning to life! Trusted by teachers for more than 55+ years, hand2mind creates engaging, classroom-tested materials that empower children to learn by doing. We are a...

Graphic Designer, Labelling

  • Round Lake, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL
  • 13 days ago

Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd Shift Req # JR - 162097 Location Round Lake, Illinois, United States Date posted 02/05/2025 This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply...

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

About this role: We are seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to join our Brand Team at Tempus....

Environmental Graphic Designer 2

  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago

The Environmental Graphic Designer 2 (Wayfinding and Signs), is a newly created position that comes at an exciting time of growth for the Wayfinding & Signs team at Metra....

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Graphic Designer Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Graphic Designers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.5%
Master's Degree
18.4%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
High School or GED
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Graphic Designers in Illinois
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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