Graphic Designer (Freelance) Local Only

Graphic Designer (Freelance) LOCAL ONLY Location Hybrid remote in Morton Grove, IL : Publications International, LTD. (PIL) is one of North America's leading publishers of children's, cookbooks, sports, automotive, inspirational, reference, leisure and travel and stationery items that provides high-quality, high-value products for consumers worldwide since 1967. This is a contract opportunity for a FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGN POSITION within our Children's Division. The contract will be for work that will be a minimum of six (6) weeks, with the potential of extension based on department project schedule.
Major responsibilities: · Layout and design books in different formats.
· Create mockups of books for the sales department.
· Think creatively to produce new ideas and research new trends.
· Work as a team with creative directors and editors.
· Follow external brand style guidelines and also internal department procedures and style guidelines.
Required Skills / Knowledge · Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign using a MacOS and Creative Cloud.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Strong analytic skills.
· Strong organizational skills.
· Extremely detail oriented.
· Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task and prioritize projects, as well as work independently.
· Ability to work effectively with in-house personnel and outside freelancers.
· A positive attitude - and willingness to learn.
Educational Background Required: · BA or BS from an accredited college or art school in Graphic Design.
· Please include your portfolio link, if applying.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
Morton Grove, IL 60053: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience:
Graphic design: 1 year (Preferred) Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (Preferred) Adobe Illustrator: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Morton Grove, IL 60053