Brand Designer - Chicago, United States - KTGY Group, Inc.
Description
KTGY
Founded in 1991, KTGY is a Great Places to Work certified design firm focused on architecture, branding, interiors, and planning specializing in residential, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use environments.
Our firm and our work are guided by a continuous focus on innovation, creativity, collaboration, and a deep responsibility we feel towards enhancing communities and neighborhoods.
Our architects, designers, and planners combine big-picture opportunities, leading-edge sustainable practices, and impeccable design standards to create memorable destinations of enduring value.
Role Overview
Duties and Responsibilities**:
- Ability to collaborate and support all designers in the conceptualization, design, and development of branding projects from preliminary concept and critical thinking through fabrication and delivery
- Supports the design team with concept ideation to generate dynamic and engaging design ideas
- Able to perform in a fastpaced deadlinedriven environment
- Performs assignments with instructions as to the general results expected with guidance from Senior Designers and Creative Brand Director
- Prepares preliminary design concepts and alternatives for review by a Design Lead or senior management
- Ability to support the creation of concept design packages, brand identity systems and final artwork throughout all design phases for concept, bidding and fabrication purposes
- Ability to execute project tasks accurately and efficiently
- Able to support and complement Design Lead, or Director with the preparation of client presentations and meetings, when applicable
- Other duties as assigned my management
Design:
- Use graphic design principles to clarify and elevate design concepts, narratives, and presentations
- Demonstrates an understanding for branding strategies and implementations as it pertains to the built environment and guest experiences
- Displays strong creative design skills including concept development
- Displays competent, skillful thought regarding color theory, typography and composition
- Works with project teams to create client presentations of design work including graphic sketches, logos, renderings, graphics, brand collateral and concept imagery
Technical:
- Familiar with print and digital production processes as well as best practices
- Possess knowledge of graphic design methods, especially typography, layout, and production methods
- Deep working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Cloud (specifically Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and file creation, maintenance, and efficiency
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
General Expectations
- Possess strong communication skills to effectively convey creative ideas internally
- Ability to work collaboratively within project teams, or independently when needed
- Shows an interest and dedication in acquiring new skills and a greater understanding of job expectations
- Organized, detailoriented and thorough work style exhibiting pride and ownership in the quality of work
Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree from an accredited Design program
- Minimum 24 years of experience in proven graphic design field or agency, preferably in branding with hospitality, food and beverage or retail experience, but not required
- Experience collaborating with interior design or architecture fields preferred, but not required
As part of the Team, You'll Enjoy:
- Company paid medical, dental and vision coverage with buy-up options, basic life and AD&D upon enrollment day one
- 401k match with full vesting upon enrollment
- Professional Development Programs including continued education reimbursement and bonus' on certain licenses
- Hybrid work schedule option flexibility
- PTO, and an Alternative Work Week option
- Wellness benefits and gym membership discounts
- Access to mental health and coaching resources
- Being part of a team that is passionate about supporting the success of our employees
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