Senior Graphic Designer

Position at Parts Town

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. But we're also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!

Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We're more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That's what keeps us at the top of our game. We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain's Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let's chat – Apply Today!

Perks

• Parts Town Pride – check out our virtual tour and culture!
• Hybrid Work schedule
• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don't worry, we've got you covered.

The Job at a Glance

One does not become a Senior Graphic Designer because they own Photoshop. It takes a lot of blood, sweat, tears and hearing, "I love it! But there are a few more changes I think we should make" over the years to become the designer that we're looking for. So, if you've ever named a file that ends in _final_FINAL_2.PSD, then read on.

As our Senior Graphic Designer, you won't just execute campaigns—you will help conceptualize and elevate them to align with our brand identity, drive customer behaviors, and propel our creative vision forward. You will be an active and important participant in the design process, taking ultimate ownership of high-impact projects to support the needs of the Marketing team. We are looking for a highly creative, self-starter who is passionate and motivated to push our visual storytelling to the next level. In collaboration with the Creative Director, you will safeguard our visual standards across both print and digital mediums, ensuring every element is compelling, customer-focused and tightly aligned with marketing strategies and business objectives.

You don't just accept constructive criticism; you actively facilitate critique sessions. You don't hesitate to challenge the status quo, champion fresh perspectives during brainstorming and offer recommendations that directly move the needle on our KPIs.

A Typical Day

• DESIGN: Create and develop compelling print and digital creative assets across a wide range of platforms, including advertisements, flyers, signage, websites, landing pages, banner ads, social media content, email campaigns, presentation decks, infographics and iconography. Evolve, refine, and optimize existing assets as needed to support business objectives, maintain brand consistency, and enhance the customer experience using tools from the Adobe Creative Suite, personal favorites or sketches on napkins.
• COLLABORATE: Work with our team to develop and maintain brand standards for all cross-channel platforms and communications.
• SUPPORT: Contribute to internal and external marketing initiatives by taking on additional creative assignments and project needs as they arise. Actively participate in meetings with cross functional teams, agency partners and stakeholders to share ideas, provide creative input and support project alignment and execution.

To Land This Opportunity

• Minimum 6 + of professional graphic design experience, with a proven track record of managing complex projects under tight deadlines
• You're comfortable taking the reins on projects, working autonomously while remaining collaborative and open to feedback
• You have expert-level knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, with a seamless transition from traditional layout design to high-impact motion graphics and animation
• You leverage a "tech-first" mindset, using AI to spark inspiration and expedite the creation of multi-channel design assets
• Highly productive, organized, detail-oriented, self-starter who excels at prioritizing tasks and work both independently and as part of a team
• You're proud of your work and can articulate the strategic "why" behind your design and conceptual choices
• Advanced understanding of typography, print production, web accessibility and digital layout standards. (If you happen to know some HTML/CSS to bridge the gap with web teams, that's a massive plus!)
• You understand how to design to brand standards, audiences' needs and goals while sprinkling a bit of your personal awesome sauce.
• Photography and video are a major plus

Extra Awesome

• Seriously though, we can keep using graphic designer memes all day long. So if you like memes, this is the place for you
• A proactive mindset, always looking for opportunities to optimize workflows, suggest fresh creative angles and try new tools

About Your Future Team

You're really in for a treat. Bring your knowledge of comics, superheroes, pop culture and music from the 80's and 90's and you'll fit right in. If you like either Star Wars or Star Trek over the other, we won't judge you…much. We like to laugh, so bring your best jokes – you will be tested.

At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize our positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated. The salary range for this role is $ 64,065.60 - $ 86,458.90 annually which is based on including but not limited to qualifications, experience, and geographical location. Parts Town is a pay for performance-company. In addition to base pay, some roles offer a profit-sharing program, and an annual bonus depending on the role. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Parts Town welcomes diversity and as an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.