production designer

senior designer

senior interior designer

lighting designer

HOILAND STUDIOS Inc.

POSITION OVERVIEW:Seeking a poised, driven, detail-oriented individual who has a passion for architectural lighting to provide support to the firm&rsquo;s design team and clientele.ABOUT THE FIRM:HOILAND STUDIOS Inc. is a full-service lighting design firm based in Chicago, IL specializing in high-end residential, hospitality, retail, and art lighting projects. We offer highly customized lighting solutions for discerning clients nationwide who value good lighting. We are currently working on projects that range from high-end residential new construction, gut remodels, single family homes, condos, art lighting additions, and boutique commercial spaces. We work with high-profile clientele in the privacy of their homes which requires the utmost trustworthiness and discretion.THE ROLE:&middot; Assist the Principal and design team with a variety of design projects through all stages of design.&middot; Attend design meetings and construction site meetings with the principal and on your own and take detailed notes.&middot; Draw lighting plans in CAD and make updates as necessary based on design changes.&middot; Research lighting fixture options based on the design direction.&middot; Run photometric calculations in AGi32.&middot; Mark up fixture spec sheets in Bluebeam Revu.&middot; Create and update lighting fixture schedules in Excel.&middot; Create and update lighting load schedules in Excel.&middot; Design lighting scenes for the lighting control system and assign light levels to each scene in Excel.&middot; Request and review fixture quotes.&middot; Prepare lighting presentations.&middot; Coordinate details between trades.&middot; Assist with social media posts and content creation.&middot; Assist onboarding new hires and/or interns when applicable.&middot; Update the website and mailing list as needed.&middot; Coordinate rep visits.&middot; Organize product samples.&middot; Perform additional administrative tasks as needed.TOOLS YOU WILL USE:AutoCAD, AGI32, Bluebeam Revu, Excel, Word, Zoom, Wix, Mailchimp, GSuite, Dropbox, CanvaQUALIFICATIONS:&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in lighting design, interior design, architecture, architectural engineering, or a related field.&middot; 2-3 years of professional experience in lighting design or a related field.&middot; Strong 2D AutoCAD proficiency required.&middot; Proficiency in AGi32 is a plus but not required.&middot; Knowledge of lighting lines and diverse fixture specifications preferred.&middot; Ability to proactively solve problems and take initiative.&middot; Articulate communication skills required.&middot; Familiar with architecture and design principles and the firm&rsquo;s aesthetic.&middot; Ability to conceptualize spaces three-dimensionally.&middot; Valid driver&rsquo;s license and accessibility to a car required.WHAT TO EXPECT FROM US:&middot; Our mission is to spread light within the community through our design work, service-minded positive attitude, and relationships.&middot; We encourage gathering inspiration from travels, local excursions, reading, observing, etc. and sharing your experiences with the team.&middot; We are respectful of everyone&rsquo;s ideas and contributions.&middot; We value clear communication and construction criticism to help each other and the company grow.&middot; We would like our team members to grow within the firm and expand their role as the firm evolves and expands.&middot; We value continuing education and participation in industry associations and events.&middot; We offer health insurance benefits.&middot; We offer retirement savings benefits.&middot; We offer a hybrid working opportunity, meeting in person a few times each month.&middot; As a woman-owned design firm, we value the opportunity to continue working while raising a family with an option to scale back if you have a family down the road.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60614

Lighting Designer

Hybrid Image Airbrush

<div>
 Paradise Architectural PANELS &amp; STEEL is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality architectural panels and steel products. Our company is committed to providing innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients in the construction and design industry. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional products and services that exceed our customers' expectations.
 
 
 We are seeking a talented and creative Junior Graphic Designer to join our team at Paradise Architectural PANELS &amp; STEEL. As a Junior Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for assisting the senior graphic designer in creating visual concepts, developing designs, and producing marketing materials that effectively promote our brand and products.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Collaborate with the senior graphic designer to create visually appealing and innovative designs for marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, advertisements, and social media graphics.
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 Assist with the development and maintenance of the company's brand identity and ensure consistency across all marketing materials.
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 Work closely with the marketing team to understand project requirements and deliver designs that meet the company's objectives.
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 Use a variety of design software and tools to produce high-quality graphics and layouts.
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 Stay up to date with industry trends and techniques to continuously improve design skills and bring fresh ideas to the table.
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 Contribute to brainstorming sessions and provide creative input for marketing campaigns.
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 Assist in managing and organizing the company's digital assets, including logos, images, and design files.
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 Collaborate with external vendors and printers to ensure the production of high-quality materials.
 
 
 
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 Qualifications:
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field.
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 1-2 years of experience in graphic design, preferably in a corporate or agency setting.
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 Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
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 Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.
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 Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
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 Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
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 Experience with web design and social media management is a plus.
 
 
 
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 If you are a passionate and driven Junior Graphic Designer looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and be a part of our dynamic team at Paradise Architectural PANELS &amp; STEEL!
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Junior Graphic Designer

Light & Wonder

<div>
 Gaming:
 
 
 Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light &amp; Wonder, it&rsquo;s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 Bring our games to life as a translator between art and engineering, working closely with the game studio artists and engineers to ensure that the player-facing vision for the game is achieved.
 
 
 As a Unity Developer you will be responsible for planning and implementing game functionality, building the game code, identifying bottlenecks, and ensuring the quality of the finished product.
 
 
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 Plan, design, and implement high-quality game features in partnership with other studio members.
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 Participate in the planning, architecting, and implementing of game functionality.
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 Collaborate in establishing an effective pipeline for feature development.
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 Transform design ideas into functional games.
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 Identify and fix code errors and performance bottlenecks.
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 Prototype and test game functionality and theme dynamics.
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 Ensure the optimal performance, quality, and responsiveness of games.
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 Troubleshoot shader, lighting, and rendering issues in both 2D and 3D environments.
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 Provide technical guidance on best practices for sprite management, UI rendering, and 3D asset optimization.
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 Stay updated on new Unity features and industry trends to enhance team workflows and improve project efficiency.
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 Other duties include managing and improving the content creation pipeline, working with game artists on asset implementation, and staying current on game industry tools and processes.
 
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science or relevant degree or 2+ years of work experience in related field.
 
 
 Skills &amp; Qualifications:
 
 
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 Extensive experience working with Unity software.
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 Able to design and implement real-time VFX using Unity&rsquo;s Animator, Timeline, Visual Effect Graph, Particle Systems, and Shader Graph.
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 Strong ability with C# object-oriented programming language, debugging and Unity specific code.
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 Experience with game assets (ex: shaders, meshes, animations, materials).
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 Experience in profiling and optimizing game and render performance (GPU and CPU).
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 Ability to identify errors and troubleshoot.
 
 
 
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 Nice to Haves:
 
 
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 Background in casino game development.
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 Game development with shipped Unity products.
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 Solid understanding of 3D rigging, animation systems, and character pipelines.
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 Familiarity with both 2D/3D asset pipelines and associated DCC tools (e.g., Blender, Maya, Photoshop).
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 Experience with Spine pipeline.
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 Experience with Unity lighting.
 
 
 
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 Work Conditions:
 
 
 This is a hybrid, minimum 3 day in office role in our Chicago based studio.
 
 
 Light &amp; Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you&rsquo;d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.
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Unity Developer

Benesch Law

<div>Who We Are
At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at www.mybeneschbenefits.com.
Working with Us - Come and &quot;Be Benesch!&quot;
We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.
Want to know more? To hear from some of our team, click here: https://www.beneschlaw.com/careers/index.html
Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Business Development Graphics Designer in our Chicago office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.
Position Summary:
Do you have experience providing graphic designs for client-facing pitch and proposal materials? Do you thrive on working on multiple projects at once and across varying time zones? Do you have experience working in a law firm or professional services organization assisting stakeholders with their business development needs? Then the role of Business Development Graphics Designer may be the one you've been looking for! This role is perfect for the creative marketing professional who loves to be part of a team that supports professionals in achieving their goals of attracting new clientele.
The Business Development Graphic Designer is a member of the firm's Marketing &amp; Business Development Department and is responsible for producing polished, on-brand materials that support client pitches, proposals, presentations, and other business development needs. This role requires strong attention to detail, a creative mindset, and the ability to adapt and introduce new ideas to enhance design and presentation quality. The Graphic Designer must consistently deliver high-quality, customized materials that accurately reflect each client's business and industry, ensuring the firm is always presented in a professional and visually consistent manner.
Essential Functions:<ul><li>
Designs, customizes, edits, and produces proposals, pitch presentations, and other client-facing materials, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistent alignment with firm branding and design standards.
</li><li>Works closely with Business Development Team members to tailor materials to each client's business and industry and to shape the visual approach that supports high-quality pitch and proposal responses. Helps infuse brand identity in RFP submissions by integrating visual elements within required formats.</li><li>
Designs materials for business development trainings, events, and internal initiatives, adapting existing templates or developing new layouts as needed.</li><li>
Maintains, updates, and organizes graphic files, templates, archived materials, and other collateral to ensure ease of access and consistency across projects.</li><li>
Coordinates with proofing teams to uphold brand voice, accuracy, and consistency in all creative output, and is responsible for accuracy in final products.</li><li>
Formats, edits, and enhances photos, images, charts, and other visual elements. Helps to maintain the firm's image libraries.</li><li>
Supports the preparation of printed materials, such as sourcing specialty paper, folders or packaging for in-person business development meetings.</li><li>
Coordinates with external vendors for outsourced printing and production, ensuring deadlines, quality expectations, and budgets are met.</li><li>
Helps to develop and maintain templates, style guides, and specifications to promote consistency across materials and increase team efficiency.</li><li>
Proactivity stays current on design tools and best practices and brings forward new ideas, technologies, and approaches that can enhance the team's output.</li><li>
Ensures accurate application of firm brand standards across all media, including proper use of the firm's logo, color palette, typography, and layout standards.</li><li>
Prioritizes multiple active design projects (seeking input from team leadership when needed), gathers necessary information from requestors, and manages timelines to ensure timely completion of deliverables.</li><li>
When necessary, coordinates with outside design firms working with the firm.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
The Business Development Graphic Designer should have a degree or certification in graphic design or a related field, or comparable training gained through additional work experience. Five to seven years of related experience is required. Experience in designing for professional services-such as legal, consulting, financial, or similar industries-is highly desirable, especially with client-facing pitch and proposal materials. The Business Development Graphic Designer requires a strong understanding of branding and its components to ensure brand consistency, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and rapid versioning while producing high-quality, accurate, brand-consistent work under compressed timelines. The Business Development Graphic Designer must be able to manage projects and meet deadlines across U.S. time zones, work collaboratively and iteratively with team members, and effectively self-manage workflows while communicating progress and flagging issues early. Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, Premiere), Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Pro, and Microsoft Office (particularly PowerPoint) are essential. Familiarity with AI-enhanced design tools-such as Adobe Firefly and AI features in PowerPoint, Canva, and Figma-to streamline tasks and accelerate versioning is preferred. Working knowledge of content management and e-communication platforms, including Vuture, WordPress, or custom CMS, as well as familiarity with ShareFile, is considered a plus. 
The salary range for this position is $92K to $113K.
Please note that quoted salary ranges are based on Benesch's good faith belief at the time of the job posting and are not a guarantee of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that Benesch provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. 
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities</div>

Business Development Graphics Designer

Shedd Aquarium

TITLE: Graphic Design (1-Year Term)
 DEPARTMENT: Design & Exhibits
 REPORTS TO: Sr. Creative Director
 STATUS: Full-time, Exempt
 SALARY: $65,000 - $78,000
 LOCATION: Hybrid - Chicago, IL.
 
POSITION OVERVIEW: 
The Graphic Designer role is intentionally broad and requires a designer who is both self-directed and highly collaborative, because the design team supports a wide range of products, programs, and audiences. This individual is motivated, accountable, and able to work independently, while also thriving as an active contributor within a team environment where collaboration may take precedence over individual innovation or flexibility, though all three are essential to success.
 
A Graphic Designer is a strategic and detail-oriented thinker who can balance precision with adaptability, pivoting quickly as project needs evolve. They understand the critical role visual design plays in interpreting stories, engaging audiences, and advancing organization-wide goals. With excellent typographic and layout skills as a foundation, they translate high-level concepts into thoughtful, effective design solutions that uphold and strengthen Shedd's brand across a wide variety of media.
 
This role spans both print and digital applications, including but not limited to advertising and promotional campaigns, graphic systems, departmental initiatives, events, exhibits, and web-based projects. While experience in both digital and print design is valuable, a strong print design background with the ability and willingness to grow digital skills is especially well-suited to this position.
 
Additional attributes include strong organization, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and a solid understanding of both analog and digital production. The Graphic Designer is also expected to mentor junior designers, interns, and freelancers, modeling best practices and collaborative design processes.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
 
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<li>Demonstrate commitment to Shedd's vision, mission, and values</li>
<li>Work independently while remaining accountable, organized, and proactive in managing responsibilities</li>
<li>Think conceptually while operating within project constraints such as budgets, schedules, and quality standards</li>
<li>Clearly articulate design rationale and communicate effectively with the Design team and internal partners</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with designers, content developers, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to achieve shared goals</li>
<li>Design and produce high-quality print, digital, advertising, and exhibit communications, with a strong emphasis on advertising-related projects</li>
<li>Manage projects from concept through completion across a wide range of media and formats</li>
<li>Remain detail-oriented while maintaining the flexibility to pivot as project scopes, priorities, or timelines shift</li>
<li>Interact directly with vendors to solicit estimates, manage budgets, and advise clients on print, web, photography, and related production services</li>
<li>Partner with content developers and the Senior Creative Director to shape the visual and conceptual direction of mid- and high-level projects</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
 
Education: 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Graphic Design or a related creative field from an accredited design school or university is strongly preferred</li>
<li>Equivalent professional experience may be considered for an exceptional candidate</li>
</ul>
Experience: 
<ul>
<li>7+ years of professional graphic design experience in an in-house design team or advertising agency</li>
<li>A strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality work across print and digital media</li>
<li>Proven ability to collaborate effectively while also working independently</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills</li>
<li>Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite for print and web</li>
<li>Experience with Figma or other web development tools preferred</li>
</ul>
Technical Skills: 
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<li>Exceptional typographic and layout skills (non-negotiable)</li>
<li>Deep understanding of current best practices in graphic design</li>
<li>Strong working knowledge of print production and digital design technologies</li>
<li>Experience in both print and digital design preferred, with the ability to adapt skills across mediums</li>
</ul>
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT SHEDD: We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth within our organization.
 
<ul>
<li>Medical Insurance, including FSA and HSA plan options</li>
<li>Vision and Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Accrued Paid Time Off</li>
<li>Up to 12 Paid Holidays</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance</li>
<li>401(k)</li>
<li>Discounted Parking and Public Transit Subsidies</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Employee Wellness program, including Preventive Care Incentive</li>
<li>Employee Discounts</li>
<li>Employee Tickets</li>
</ul>
Reasonable Accommodations: 
Shedd Aquarium is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the employment process, please email us at jobs@sheddaquarium.org.
 
We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ community, veterans and active duty military, parents, individuals with disabilities, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds to apply. Shedd Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team.

Graphic Designer (1-Year Term)

Erikson Institute

<div>POSITION SUMMARY
The Instructional Designer (ID) provides instructional design, course development, and project leadership support within the Instructional Design and Development team, a unit of Erikson&rsquo;s Institutional Effectiveness division. Reporting to the Director of Instructional Design and Development, the Instructional Designer partners closely with faculty and other subject matter experts to design, develop, and continuously improve high-quality online, hybrid, and on-campus courses aligned with Universal Design and Backwards Design frameworks.
The Instructional Designer serves as a lead contributor on complex course initiatives, applying evidence-based instructional design practices, adult learning theory, and learning science to create inclusive, engaging, and accessible learning experiences. The role also provides training and consultation to faculty and staff on effective teaching practices and the use of Erikson&rsquo;s learning management system (Canvas), while managing multiple projects with competing timelines in a collaborative, service-oriented environment.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
The Instructional Designer will collaborate with faculty and other subject matter experts in the course mapping, design, development, and implementation of high-quality online, on campus, and hybrid courses, following Universal Design and Backwards Mapping frameworks. This role involves applying instructional design, adult learning, and learning science principles, leveraging educational technologies, to ensure that courses meet the institution's academic standards and goals.
Under the leadership of the Director of Instructional Design &amp; Development, implement the following instructional design and development components:
Instructional Design &amp; Course Development<ul><li>
Collaborate with faculty and other subject matter experts to map course- and program-level learning outcomes to learning activities, instructional materials, and assessments.</li><li>
Lead the design, development, and implementation of high-quality online, hybrid, and on-campus courses that align with Erikson&rsquo;s institutional standards.</li><li>
Apply instructional design theory, adult learning principles, Backwards Design, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) frameworks to create inclusive learning experiences that meet the needs of diverse learners.</li><li>
Develop engaging learning materials, including videos, presentations, handouts, interactive activities, and assessments, using a variety of educational technologies.</li></ul>
Quality Assurance, Accessibility &amp; Accreditation Support<ul><li>
Conduct course quality, accessibility, and alignment reviews using established rubrics and standards (e.g., UDL, Quality Matters, WCAG 2.2).</li><li>
Identify gaps and recommend actionable improvements to enhance instructional effectiveness, accessibility, and learner engagement.</li><li>
Ensure adherence to institutional policies and regulatory requirements, including ADA accessibility, FERPA, copyright, academic integrity, data governance, and relevant accreditation standards (e.g., HLC, IACET).</li><li>
Document instructional design processes, decisions, and outcomes to support institutional knowledge sharing and accreditation reporting.</li></ul>
Faculty Development &amp; LMS Support<ul><li>
Provide consultative support and training to faculty on best practices in course design, inclusive teaching, assessment, active learning strategies, and the responsible use of AI in education.</li><li>
Develop and deliver Canvas trainings, workshops, and orientations for faculty, staff, and students, as needed.</li><li>
Offer semester-based LMS support to faculty using Erikson&rsquo;s support ticketing system, meeting established service-level expectations for responsiveness and resolution.</li><li>
Create job aids and self-service resources (e.g., guides, templates, videos) to reduce support friction and promote adoption of instructional best practices.</li></ul>
Project Leadership &amp; Continuous Improvement<ul><li>
Manage multiple instructional design projects concurrently, coordinating timelines, deliverables, and communication with faculty, staff, and project team members.</li><li>
Analyze support desk data and prepare monthly reports to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for proactive training or process improvement.</li><li>
Research, evaluate, and recommend enhancements to instructional technologies and support desk tools, including knowledge base articles and workflow improvements.</li><li>
Stay current with emerging trends, research, and technologies in instructional design, online learning, and educational technology, and apply relevant innovations to practice.</li></ul>
Other Responsibilities<ul><li>
Assist with the integration and effective use of the learning management system (Canvas) and related educational technologies.</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned in support of instructional excellence and institutional effectiveness.</li></ul>
HUMAN RELATIONS SKILLS<ul><li>
Highly skilled at collaborating with diverse functional areas across the Erikson business units.</li><li>
Discretion, strategic thinking, and compliance with rules and laws.</li><li>
Highly skilled at clear communication across multiple communication methods.</li><li>
Commitment to continued individual growth and development and that of colleagues.</li></ul>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in education, instructional design, learning sciences or related fields.</li><li>
2-4 years of experience in instructional design, preferably in higher education.</li><li>
Proficiency in adult learning and instructional design in education</li><li>
Proficiency with LMS platforms (e.g., Canvas, Brightspace, Moodle).</li><li>
Strong knowledge of instructional design models (e.g., Backwards Design, Universal Design for Learning, Understanding by Design).</li><li>
Experience with multimedia authoring tools (e.g., Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, Adobe Creative Suite).</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to partner with content creators, faculty members and other subject matter experts.</li><li>
Excellent communication, collaboration and customer-service skills; including relationship building, communication and managing multiple priorities.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Expert organizational skills, ability to estimate effort, define deadlines and timelines, and meet individual and team goals.</li></ul>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.</li><li>
Academic bilingualism/biliteracy.</li><li>
Proficiency/expertise in child development core principles</li><li>
Proficiency/expertise in adult learning and instructional design in higher education</li><li>
Experience with quality assurance standards for online education (e.g., Quality Matters).</li><li>
Familiarity with accessibility standards and tools (e.g., WCAG, JAWS).</li><li>
Skills in multimedia production (e.g. audio/video, interactive media) and light graphic design.</li><li>
Exposure to generative AI in teaching and learning (policy development, ethical use, faculty coaching)</li><li>
Familiarity with learning analytics and data-informed decision making in educational settings.</li><li>
Experience supporting online and hybrid programs.</li></ul>
Erikson is open to individual candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates should apply whether or not they feel that they meet all the requirements or qualifications for the position. We are looking forward to having exciting conversations with engaging candidates and will welcome your application.
About Erikson Institute
We are the premier early childhood development organization committed to ensuring that all children have equitable opportunities to realize their potential.
Erikson Institute&rsquo;s graduate school uniquely prepares child development, education, and social work leaders to improve the lives of young children and their families. Our impact and influence are further amplified through our innovative academic programs, applied research, direct services in the community, advocacy, policy and leadership.
Erikson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, family responsibilities, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Erikson Institute provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process).
To learn more, please visit our web site at www.erikson.edu</div>

Instructional Designer

Cushman & Wakefield

<div>Job Title
Graphic Designer
Job Description Summary
As a key member of the Americas Business Development team, the Graphic Designer is responsible for designing high-quality proposals and presentations that effectively communicate strategic messaging and key value propositions. This role supports business development efforts by creating visually compelling materials that align with brand guidelines and elevate the firm&rsquo;s competitive positioning.
Job Description
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Design and format business development materials, including proposals, pitch decks, RFP responses, and presentations</li><li>
Ensure timely, consistent, and high-quality design execution under tight deadlines</li><li>
Collaborate with fee earners, marketing partners, and business development leadership to create materials that support client pursuits</li><li>
Develop bespoke visual designs and theme concepts while also working within existing brand</li><li>
Oversee all creative aspects of production and quality control, ensuring materials meet brand standards and strategic objectives</li><li>
Translate complex data, ideas, and insights into clear, engaging, and visually appealing graphics</li><li>
Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, supporting multiple projects simultaneously</li><li>
Stay informed on design trends and best practices to enhance the effectiveness of business development materials</li></ul> 
Qualifications:<ul><li>
3+ years of graphic design experience, preferably in business development, corporate marketing, or professional services</li><li>
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft PowerPoint</li><li>
Strong design and layout skills with the ability to create visually compelling narratives</li><li>
Experience working within brand guidelines and corporate design standards</li><li>
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working cross-functionally</li></ul> 

Cushman &amp; Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. 

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate&rsquo;s experience and qualifications. 

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. 

The compensation for the position is: $ 61,200.00 - $72,000.00
Cushman &amp; Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman &amp; Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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