DESCRIPTION

Position Overview:

Catch Co. is looking for a driven JR. Experience Designer who is passionate about impactful visual communication, loves the outdoors and opportunities to explore a diverse medium. This person will responsible for the design of digital and print deliverables and help mold the visual direction of various touch points. *This opportunity is located in Chicago.

What you will do:

• Contribute to the execution of designs such as banner ads, UI, landing pages, infographics, print campaigns, power point presentations and more.
• Adhere to brand standards while designing deliverables.
• Support Chief of Design and cross functional leaders to analyze project needs ensuring they fit with resourcing, project objectives and quality standards.
• Work closely with the Chief of Design to maintain an efficient workflow and deliver assets within a deadline.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.

What makes this a special opportunity:

• You will be joining a newly created department with opportunity to an immediate impact on the business.
• We are a dynamic early-stage startup with tons of momentum (ranked #435 on the 2017 Inc. 500 list of the fastest growing private companies)
• We place a premium on building a great culture made up of great people
• You will work with and learn from experienced leaders who have a track record of building successful companies
• We are based in Chicago’s West Loop across the street from the Ogilvie Transportation center.

What will make you successful:

• Curiosity: Always seeking to understand “why”. Always looking to make things better.
• Passion: You are driven by a love for what you do
• Optimism: The ability to bounce back quickly when something doesn’t work
• Action: Knowing when to shift from planning to doing
• Honesty: Transparency with customers, partners and teammates
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• A great sense of humor.
• Born creative.

REQUIREMENTS

• 1-2 years Experience in advertising marketing design such as posters, infographics, banner ads, trade show displays and web design.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is required.
• Experience in video and animation.
• Demonstrated understanding of advertising and interface usability principals.
• BA/BS Degree in Visual Design, Communication Design, or related field.
• Understanding how design translates to code is a plus.
• Experience in designing eCommerce preferred.
• Love for the outdoors is a plus.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Medical Dental and Vision insurance.
• 401(K)
• Ability to work from home if there is a need. (Not a remote opportunity)
• Flexible working hours.
• "Take what you need" vacation policy.