Lead Graphic Designer

smartdept. is searching for a Lead Graphic Designer for a manufacturing industry client located in Bolingbrook IL. The ideal candidate will come with 5 years of experience. This is a full-time onsite direct hire opportunity. Compensation for this position is expected to be 75-80K

The Lead Graphic Designer will oversee and execute a wide range of creative projects supporting marketing communications events and internal initiatives. This role blends hands-on design work with project management and team leadership ensuring brand consistency and high standards across all deliverables.

What Youll Do :

• Design custom literature including flyers presentations slide decks spec sheets comparison charts and one-off items for internal needs
• Create and manage email campaigns using Constant Contact
• Develop packaging design and social media graphics
• Contribute to blog creation and proof copy / layouts for team members
• Design trade show and event graphics / materials
• Oversee the corporate apparel program : source vendors secure pricing coordinate samples ordering and distribution
• Manage corporate swag items : sourcing pricing samples ordering and distribution
• Interface with internal departments clients partners and vendors
• Support event planning and execution for both internal company events and external customer events
• Maintain brand consistency and visual identity across all platforms and materials
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met

What Youll Need :

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Project Management & Leadership :

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Key Skills

Graphic Design,Photography,Adobe Acrobat,HTML5,Layout Design,Adobe Creative Suite,Web Design,Adobe Dreamweaver,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Illustrator,CorelDraw,Adobe Indesign

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1