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Why Great Northern

Privately held, Great Northern Instore, a division of Great Northern Corporation, is a multi-million dollar designer, engineer, and manufacturer of custom permanent point-of-purchase displays and retail fixtures.

Great Northern is committed to making a difference in the lives of our team members, customers, and communities. Many team members were referred by friends and family who are already part of the team.

The Benefits of Working at Great Northern

• Competitive 401K match and profit-sharing contributions
• Paid Time Off, Illinois Paid Leave after 30 days
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, HSA options
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Reimbursements for health fitness, safety glasses, and shoes
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year
• Career advancement opportunities
• Annual salary increases

Pay and Schedule

• Monday to Friday, on-site
• Salary: $85,000 – $125,000 annually, based on experience

Responsibilities

1. Oversee all aspects of graphic design, ensuring high-quality visual content that aligns with customer objectives.
2. Lead and manage the graphics team, providing guidance and support for timely project delivery.
3. Collaborate to understand project requirements, standards, and expectations.
4. Develop and enforce design guidelines and standards for consistency.
5. Create various graphics, including retail displays, logos, brochures, posters, and infographics.
6. Oversee production and printing, ensuring quality and deadlines are met.
7. Stay current with industry trends, tools, and techniques.
8. Manage digital assets for easy access and organization.
9. Coordinate with external vendors and printers as needed.
10. Provide creative guidance and review final designs for quality assurance.

Qualifications

1. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
2. Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color, and layout.
3. Creative mindset with the ability to innovate.
4. Leadership and team management skills.
5. Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
6. Effective communication and collaboration skills.
7. Organizational and project management abilities.
8. Knowledge of printing processes.
9. Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
10. Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field.
11. 10+ years of experience in graphic design, with managerial experience preferred.
12. Portfolio showcasing diverse design projects, including retail graphics.

Great Northern is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.