Graphic Designer I

As one of the fastest-growing on-the-go drinkware companies in America, we’ve got a reputation for doing great things. Our vision is simple - bring delight to eating and drinking. Delight is different to everyone. Whether it’s the perfect cup of coffee, or a water bottle that helps you crush your workout, our mission is to make it look great, function perfectly and cost less than you’d expect. Delivering on this promise takes extraordinary efforts and exceptional people. Through our teams’ ingenuity and grit, we’ve created a place where the best ideas win, and they can come from anyone. Our culture combines the scrappy spirit of a startup with the perks of a market leader. We believe the right way to design products starts and ends with two key ingredients: process + people. Process is the path that takes us from ideas to products that are on brand, on time and on budget. People are the secret sauce that adds ingenuity every step of the way. Together, we navigate each day with optimism, curiosity, a healthy sense of humor and a strong allergy to the word “no.” This desire for better, coupled with a deep understanding of consumers’ daily lives, gets us to meaningful delight. About the Role This role lives in the digital space and will be behind the email newsletters, web banners, paid ads, and content that show up wherever our consumers are scrolling! This role gets hands‑on with making our e‑commerce photos camera‑ready and help picking the colors that set the mood for our digital campaigns. It's a role for someone who cares about the details (image & typography compositions, color contrast, and the occasional image retouching ) as much as the big picture of how the brand feels across every screen. If you want to make an impact on keeping our digital presence sharp, consistent, and a little more fun than your average feed. What You’ll Do Create engaging marketing assets including email newsletters, web banners, paid ads, and content that connects with consumers across multiple platforms. Develop and adapt vector illustrations and repeating patterns for use on products and digital experiences. Contribute to building bold color palettes that define digital campaigns, seasonal patterns, and product lines. Prepare and perfect e‑commerce product images through expert photo retouching, editing, image manipulation, and production‑ready file preparation. Cross‑channel collaboration to brainstorm digital asset ideas that push creativity forward. Support the review and approval process by making thoughtful revisions based on input from Marketing and Design partners. Maintain well‑structured files, document design revisions, manage project timelines, and communicate effectively with team members. Jump in on special projects and ad hoc design needs that help move the brand forward. Who You Are Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Illustration, or related discipline 3+ years experience as an in‑house graphic designer, preferably in the consumer goods industry Strong vector illustration skills with proven ability to work in a variety of styles Photo retouching experience a huge advantage Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) and/or other relevant tools Strong understanding of design principles such as typography, color theory, composition, and layout Fundamental knowledge of branding practices and skills in graphic design for web, social media, and print Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage projects from concept to implementation Excellent interpersonal skills, with effective collaboration at all organizational levels Capacity to embrace transparency and adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining focus on progress Benefits at Leapfrog 15 days Paid Time Off your first year, and an additional day each year thereafter (up to 25 days), as well as company paid sick days, holidays and parental leave options Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as commuter benefits and additional voluntary benefits Annual bonus payouts for all salaried employees, and up to a 5% 401k match with no vesting period Summer Fridays - from Memorial Day to Labor Day enjoy half days every Friday Learn more about life at Leapfrog and our benefits by visiting us at Leapfrog is currently operating under a hybrid work model, and this position will report on site to our Lincoln Park office at least 2 days per week. Additional ad‑hoc in office days may be required based on business needs. Please do not apply if you are not comfortable with a hybrid work model. Salary Band Please note: Most candidates can expect to be positioned within the low to mid-range of the designated compensation band. This approach is designed to set realistic expectations while providing employees with the opportunity for growth and development within their roles. Placement toward the higher end of the band may be considered based on relevant experience, specialized skills, and other qualifications. Leapfrog Brands is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship or relocation for this position, and all new hires will be required to verify their employment eligibility through the DHS E-Verify program. In accordance with the Illinois Human Rights Act as amended effective January 1, 2026, Leapfrog does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen job applicants, evaluate candidate qualifications, or make hiring, promotion, or other employment-related decisions. All recruitment and hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting and hiring teams. 60,000 - 70,000 USD per year (Chicago, IL) #J-18808-Ljbffr