Position: Mid Level - Senior Designer
Location: Chicago, River North
Status: Full-Time

Raise is seeking an ambitious lead designer based in Chicago, Illinois. The right candidate understands new media design and has a passion for typography. Applicants must have a proven background in leadership and experience working on a variety of projects. This job is for a self-starter who works well both independently and with a team and will uphold the integrity of design throughout every stage of a project. A designer that understands the basics of both print and web is preferred.

As a mid to senior level designer, you will collaborate daily with the creative director and copywriter, and you will be expected to see projects through from concept to creation. You’ll be working on cross-departmental initiatives and designing for the marketing, business development, and sales teams. You must be able to prioritize your own daily tasks among projects for each department and adhere to set deadlines.

Technical 
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Indesign

Preferred (not mandatory)
Basic+ HTML
Basic Print Production
Photography
Explainer Videos

From Concept to Creation
Social Media
Blog Imagery
Product Management
Email Marketing Campaigns
Traditional Display Banners
Mobile Marketing Projects
Internal Communication Guides
Brand Standard Manual

Additional Responsibilities
Cross-departmental Print Collateral
Assist with Media Buying
Engage in Team Brainstorms 
 

About Raise:
Raise.com is an online marketplace where consumers can buy discounted gift cards and sell their gift cards for cash. We are a fast-paced company taking over the secondary gift card industry, and this a rare ground-floor opportunity to show what you've got.

At Raise, we come from diverse backgrounds and educations, but we come together for one cause: to give our members a raise. Raise is comprised of several interconnected departments to best serve our members and our purpose. Join us and become a part of our in-house design team as we quickly rise to the top of a truly unique, emerging industry.

Company Perks
In-House Meals: Enjoy cappuccinos, gourmet lunches, Taco Fridays and afternoon snacks all created by our in-house chef, for free.

Vacation Time: Need time to boost your creativity or want to escape the wintery cold of Chicago? Totally okay, just give us a heads up!

Convenient location: Our office is located in River North with easy access to public transportation, plus we think Chicago is a pretty great place to live.

Collaborative Setting: In our open environment, there’s always something new to learn. Join daily team stands, share what you know, and be ready to innovate.

Casual Everyday: We believe the more comfortable you are, the harder you’ll work. Your first bonus is a Raise cap and t-shirt.

Apply Today
Applicants should have related experience, a solid portfolio, and be familiar with Apple and Adobe products. You must submit a portfolio link or a minimum of 10 samples in a single page PDF with resume and cover letter attached to be considered. Team players only.

Please send your resume, cover letter, portfolio sample PDF or portfolio link to [email protected] with “Mid Level - Senior Designer” as the subject line.