OCJ - Graphic Designer / Photographer, Information Services Department

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE
CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Graphic Designer / Photographer, Information Services Department
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt – Union Teamsters 700
PAY GRADE: Grade 18, Step E
SALARY: $76,633.00

The following are duties and responsibilities of the Graphic Designer / Photographer.



 

• Provides photography and videography services for all events pertaining to the Office of the Chief Judge;
• Maintains photography database for the judiciary;
• Responsible for creation and preparation of publications, certificates and awards including recognition, service, acknowledgement, etc.
• Responsible for printing and framing photos using large format printers;
• Assists with processing print orders with the county print shop or 3 rd party providers for stationary, business cards, rubber stamps, nameplates, etc.;
• Some local travel required for various court events;
• Responsible for all graphic designing projects for the judiciary and administrative offices of the Office of the Chief Judge;
• Assists with content updates for the Circuit Court of Cook County website, including but not limited to imagery, photos and videos;
• Assists with video content management of the Court’s YouTube Channel;
• Work collaboratively with a team of in-house application developers as well as 3 rd party vendors and partner agencies to meet the meet the business objectives of the court

The duties listed above are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties to be performed under the job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work and normal work hours.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree – Art/Graphic Design (or equivalent field);
• 2 years of experience as Graphic Designer or similar role;
• Proficient with the skills, knowledge and understanding of the following, including but not limited to:
• • Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe PageMaker, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Drupal web platform, and all Social Media platforms.
• Valid Driver's License and good driving record.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• • Experience in digital photography and videography is a plus;
  • Critical thinker and problem-solving skills;
  • Ability to explain complex ideas in simple terms;
  • Team player;
  • Good time-management skills;
  • Good multitasking abilities;
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to work cooperatively and integrate with legal and non-legal personnel.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• • On a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time in front of a computer screen;
  • Intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies surrounding desk;
  • Perform simple grasping and fine manipulation;
  • Strength to lift equipment weighing up to 75 pounds;
  • Use telephone and computer keyboard on a daily basis;
  • Driving pool vehicle.

This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all required screening criteria.

Information concerning the benefits for this position can be found at the

Please apply by filling out the application at our Career Page .

THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation

Revised July 2026