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Graphic Designer

Stratus
Rolling Meadows, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer position at Stratus?

Signage Industry Experience Highly Preferred

There’s never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus’ success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action.

Job Summary: Utilizing computer technology, design and create sign and building illustrations. Provide support in design by offering fresh, creative and sound design solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Receive and review design requests submitted by Sales Team, Program Managers, and Service Department.
  • Utilize latest version of CorelDRAW and Adobe Creative Cloud software to produce conceptual and technical production drawings
  • Ability to learn and research new sign / design technology in order to reach maximum efficiencies and value engineer sign products
  • Meet one on one with Salespeople and Program Managers to determine customer design needs.
  • Attend periodic design meetings called and held by immediate supervisor.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by Design Management as required to timely complete drawings and production support.

Skills

Qualifications

  • Sign knowledge preferred
  • Ability to create computer generated graphics and presentation drawings.
  • Ability to learn new techniques quickly
  • Multi task oriented and able to work in fast paced environment
  • Organized and creative
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to communicate artistic concepts
  • Good attention to detail and ability to render accurately
  • Team oriented
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Ability to have a number of jobs “open” at any given time
  • Basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and fraction to decimal conversions)

Education, Experience, And Credentials

  • Two-year Associates Degree or Technical Degree in art or Design preferred
  • Proficient with latest version of CorelDRAW, Corel PHOTO-PAINT, Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft PowerPoint a plus.

Working Conditions

  • Prolonged hours in front of computer

Why Work With Us

  • Supportive & Friendly Culture
  • Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • 401k with Employer Contribution
  • Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
  • Generous Paid Time Off program Holidays
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
  • Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors

Pay Range

$24 - $27 hourly - Pay range listed reflects the potential pay for this role. The pay will depend on various factors, such as responsibilities of the position, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Not all positions posted will have a pay range listed.

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Salary : $24 - $27

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