SR. GRAPHIC DESIGNER (CHICAGO OR REMOTE)

Sr. Graphic Designer

Compass Group, the world's largest foodservice company, has an exciting opportunity to join our in-house creative team, the Compass Creative Studio, as a Sr. Graphic Designer to support our Levy sector's sales team efforts.

This role is based in Chicago, IL at the Levy Headquarters and is currently a hybrid work schedule (in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with Mondays and Fridays remote).

The Senior Graphic Designer will support business development efforts by using creative design to tell a story. This role involves creating visually compelling presentations, sales proposals, and collateral items. You should be a collaborative team player and a self-starter who can manage multiple fast-paced projects independently.

Responsibilities:

• Designing various deliverables including documents, presentations, print collateral, infographics, and digital materials.
• Researching and developing design briefs that include concept boards, brand standards and creative ideas for sales materials.
• Setting up design templates with styles for consistency of content hierarchy using Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft programs.
• Evaluating the subject matter of content being used in designed deliverables and aligning the use of high-res, quality images or creating custom graphics to visually help tell a story.
• Reskinning of reusable assets, graphics, and templates as needed.
• Collaborating with team members to complete projects on time by adhering to established timelines and due dates.
• Assisting with and executing all requested changes to designed materials.
• Making adjustments to design work based on critical and crucial stakeholder feedback.
• Staying current on design trends and technical capabilities including utilizing AI tools to enhance your workflow and efficiency.
• Designing and developing interactive presentations and/or websites using WordPress or similar platforms is a plus.
• Accurately preparing files for print and production; researching printing and collateral options as needed.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Graphic Design experience in corporate or agency settings.
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office Suite. Adobe XD and After Effects are a bonus.
• Strong conceptual thinker with diverse design skills including print, packaging, digital, typography, and presentations.
• Web, interactive design, and/or video editing experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Efficiently manages time, workflow, and project schedules to meet deadlines with consistent quality.
• Works quickly and efficiently with focus and a keen attention to detail.
• Collaborates well with leadership and team members.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Thrives in demanding, fast-paced environments, maintaining professionalism under pressure.
• A passion for Hospitality and/or Sports & Entertainment Industry is a plus.
• Open to business travel for site visits or presentation support.

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits including Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Program, Discount Marketplace, Employee Assistance Program, and may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.