Social Media Graphic Designer in IL - Generous Compensation

Job Title: Social Media Graphic Designer

Location: Chicago, IL
Duration: Long Term Contract

Description:

PURPOSE:
We are looking for a graphic design contractor to support the social media team's many initiatives and projects, including social asset creation support, video editing, as well as additional visual design-related duties.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create engaging social content graphics for multiple brands on multiple channels based on strategies provided by Social Media Managers
Instagram/Facebook Stories design concepting & creation for multiple brands
Brainstorming, ideating and concepting new templates and formats for social platforms and multiple brands
Develop designs and graphics that are on strategy & reflect brand's pillars
Basic video editing (recoloring, formatting, GIF creation, etc)
Additional graphic design support for Social Media team as needed
Photography to support various social content needs and executions is a plus
Manage individual project production schedules for on-time delivery

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
**.** of 3 years of experience working in a graphic design role
Strong portfolio demonstrating spectrum of work & skill set
Strong familiarity with design software and technologies (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), as well as video editing software, and business software (Power Point, Keynote, Word, Pages)
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
Highly creative and immersed in social media, with in-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms
Ability to work with a variety of partners and team members across different projects
Highly self-motivated
Deadline & detail-oriented
Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

PREFERRED SKILLS:
Strong time management skills
Excellent visual design skills
Some professional photography background

EDUCATION:
College degree, preferably with major or focus in graphic design