Senior Graphic Designer

Job Description

Job Description

You are a great designer with a big heart. Would you like to make a difference in the lives of others and be appreciated for what you do?

Marklund in Geneva is hiring a Senior Graphic Designer to join its Marketing and Communications team! 

Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities and love your job!

Marklund is seeking a highly motivated and mission-centered individual for the position of Senior Graphic Designer. This is a  full-time position based out of our Geneva facility. The schedule is Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM. A hybrid schedule is available with two work-from-home days a week after completion of the 90 day training period. The salary for this role is $62,000- $65,000 based on qualifications and experience.

Who We Are:

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs.  With two residential locations - the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva and the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin, it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund Day School offers Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on the autism spectrum.  In addition, our Community Day Services program at each site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside at Marklund and those who come in from the community.

Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our mission of “making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.”  Each and every employee's job contributes to Marklund's vision of providing a happy, safe purpose-filled life for every individual with intellectual and development disabilities, and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve.  As part of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you will learn what it's like to have the individuals we serve not only change your career, but also change your life.

Position Overview

As part of the Marketing & Communications Department, the Senior Graphic Designer designs marketing collateral for print and digital materials following all branding guidelines and standards in support of Marklund's various services and programs.

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes graphic design skills to help create marketing and fundraising materials, newsletters, ads, web pages and email blasts.
• Makes graphic and content updates to Marklund website.
• Produces marketing/event videos, including Top Hat Ball video content. 
• Assists with campaigns from start to finish, developing concepts, designing assets and working with print/digital vendors.
• Produce high-quality materials while adhering to deadlines. 
• Attends and assists at special events.
• Other Duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, or Fine Arts
• Preferred: 9 years professional experience not including freelance/internships
• Non-profit experience is preferred
• Must be proficient in Adobe Suite software including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Must have experience in web content management systems.

Compensation & Benefits we offer YOU

Full-Time Employees:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary  Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short -Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)*
• *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal
• PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible 501(c)3 organization
• Extended Sick Bank
• 7 Paid Holidays per Year

Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Credit Union Membership
• Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire
• Marklund matches up to 5%

Ways we appreciate YOU

• Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration
• Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years
• Claire Haverkampf (founder) Annual Commemorative Award
• You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award
• Thanksgiving Turkey
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Training & Growth Opportunities for YOU

• We promote from within whenever possible
• You are paid while you train:
• In-House Training Programs
• Leadership Training Program
• Employee Workshops on a variety of topics

Benefits/Programs subject to change.

Apply Today!

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