Graphic Designer

We are not looking for a designer who just makes things look good. We are looking for a designer who understands why the work matters and can execute at a high level, consistently. About Mainland (Founded 2008)Mainland is not a traditional agency. We are a growth platform built for brands that need to win, not just show up.Since 2008, we’ve operated at the intersection of content, public relations, and digital, helping companies build momentum through a system we call the Conveyor Belt: create meaningful stories, amplify them through media, and convert that attention into real business outcomes.We work with ambitious brands, especially in franchising, that want more than activity. They want results. That means everything we do is tied to a clear definition of winning, measurable outputs, and consistent execution.We move fast. We expect accountability. And we care deeply about the work.We call it Give a Shit. Description Mainland | Chicago (In-Office Preferred) We are not looking for a designer who just makes things look good. We are looking for a designer who understands why the work matters and can execute at a high level, consistently. At Mainland, design is part of a system. Every asset should support content, PR, and digital performance. That means speed, clarity, and impact matter just as much as creativity. What You’ll Do Design graphics for articles, social media, PR campaigns, and digital ads Translate client stories into visual content that grabs attention and drives engagement Work closely with content, PR, and digital teams to bring ideas to life Execute quickly without sacrificing quality Manage multiple client brands and maintain consistency across each Contribute ideas, not just execution What Winning Looks Like Assets delivered on time, every time Clean, sharp design that aligns with brand and message Ability to take direction and elevate it Strong visual storytelling that supports performance, not just aesthetics Who You Are You have 2–5 years of graphic design experience You are fast, detail-oriented, and accountable You can manage multiple projects without things slipping You take pride in your work and want it to be seen You are comfortable receiving feedback and iterating quickly You care about results, not just design trends Tools & Skills Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) Experience designing for social and digital platforms Understanding of layout, typography, and brand consistency Bonus: motion graphics, video editing, or web design Why Mainland We are building a platform at the intersection of: content PR We move fast, we expect a lot, and we care deeply about the work. #J-18808-Ljbffr