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Video Editor/Motion Designer

Citizens for John Kelly Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

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$25 - $40/hr Contract Marketing Adobe After Effects Adobe Creative Suite

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Job Description

Citizens for John Kelly is seeking a Video Editor and Motion Graphics Specialist to support a fast-paced political campaign communications team in Chicago (Hybrid / Remote). The role focuses on producing and editing video and motion graphics for digital advertising, social media, and campaign communications, often under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Edit high-quality videos for digital advertising, social media, campaign communications, and other platforms.
Turn interviews, event footage, and other raw material into story-driven content.
Create professional motion graphics, including animated text, transitions, and visual effects.
Handle advanced color correction and color grading, as well as audio editing and sound mixing.
Produce multiple versions of assets optimized for different platforms and formats.
Collaborate with campaign leadership on creative concepts and their execution.
Manage multiple projects at once while meeting demanding production timelines.
Maintain organized project files and efficient post-production workflows.
Deliver polished, professional content on tight timelines, including rapid-response deliverables.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Advanced proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Adobe After Effects.
Proven expertise across professional editing workflows, color grading, audio mixing, and motion graphics.
Strong storytelling ability and strong visual judgment.
Experience editing documentary-style content, interviews, promotional videos, or digital advertising.
Ability to work quickly without compromising production quality.
Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to incorporate feedback.
Experience producing content for social media and digital platforms.
Ability to work independently, taking projects from raw footage through final delivery.
A portfolio or demo reel demonstrating exceptional editing ability.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience producing political, advocacy, issue-based, or public affairs content.
Background in commercial advertising, documentary production, or professional digital media.
Experience creating short-form, high-impact video content.
Familiarity with campaign-style storytelling and rapid-response communications.
Ability to contribute creative ideas, not only carry out editing instructions.
Experience working in high-pressure, deadline-driven creative environments.

Tools and Technologies

Adobe Premiere Pro
DaVinci Resolve
Adobe After Effects

Compensation and Engagement

Pay: $25–$40 per hour, based on experience, technical skills, and portfolio.
Job type: Contract
Schedule: Flexible hours with the potential for substantial ongoing work during the campaign.
Availability: Occasional rapid-turnaround projects may require evenings and weekends.

How to Apply

Submit your resume or a brief summary of relevant experience.
Include a link to your portfolio or demo reel.
Provide two or three examples of video projects you personally edited, ideally featuring storytelling, motion graphics, or professional post-production.
Share your general availability and preferred working arrangement.
A portfolio or demo reel is required for consideration.

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1d ago

Lead Product Designer

SCIGON Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

1d ago

$63 - $85/hr Full time Collaboration Design Design Tools

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Job Description

SCIGON is hiring a Lead Product Designer to drive senior-level product design leadership for customer-facing digital experiences in Chicago.

Responsibilities

Lead experience design for complex features, customer journeys, and product initiatives across mobile apps, web platforms, self-service experiences, loyalty programs, and other digital touchpoints
Convert customer needs, business goals, research findings, and technical constraints into clear experience strategies and executable designs
Own end-to-end design delivery, from problem framing and user flows to interaction design, prototyping, validation, detailed design, and implementation support
Partner with Product and Engineering to influence requirements, priorities, tradeoffs, and delivery decisions
Use research, analytics, usability testing, and customer feedback to uncover opportunities and validate solutions
Apply and evolve design system patterns while maintaining accessible, consistent, and high-quality user experiences
Run design critiques and cross-functional working sessions, communicating design rationale and recommendations clearly
Provide design quality assurance and collaborate with Engineering throughout implementation to support experience excellence
Mentor and guide other designers when appropriate, without formal people-management responsibilities

Requirements

Proven experience leading product design for complex digital products or connected customer journeys
Portfolio that demonstrates product thinking, interaction design, systems thinking, visual design execution, and measurable business outcomes
Advanced proficiency with Figma, including prototyping and interaction design
Strong capabilities in information architecture, accessibility standards, and design systems
Ability to independently navigate ambiguity and align cross-functional stakeholders
Strong understanding of customer research methodologies and data-informed product design practices
Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Experience supporting consumer-facing digital products in environments such as retail, e-commerce, hospitality, marketplaces, loyalty, subscriptions, or similarly complex customer experiences preferred

Role scope

Lead complex design work from problem definition through implementation
Partner with Product, Engineering, Research, Analytics, Marketing, and Operations to deliver intuitive, accessible, and measurable user experiences

Location

Chicago, IL (onsite)

Pay

USD 63 to 85 per hour
$63.75 to $85/hour

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2d ago

Art Director

ReelPaws Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

2d ago

$40 - $70/hr Contract Manager Marketing Ad Art Director

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Job Description

ReelPaws is hiring an experienced Art Director to lead digital design and marketing campaign work in a contract role with potential for full-time conversion.

Responsibilities

Stay current on new design techniques, trends, and applicable software for digital ads, email, and social.
Lead creation of websites and landing pages optimized for user experience, with strong focus on execution for Shopify and WordPress.
Evaluate whether design execution aligns with business needs and overarching strategic goals.
Research emerging digital design trends, platform best practices, and new visual technologies across media.
Support client concept presentations, attend client meetings, and help shape creative recommendations, goals, and timelines.
Collaborate with the marketing team to deliver creative ideas that stay on strategy and on schedule.
Participate in ideation and brainstorming using research, analytics, and brand insights to develop new creative for client work.
Manage multiple design projects at once while maintaining high aesthetic and strategic standards for deliverables.
Produce design work daily, including content for email, social, performance marketing ads, landing pages, and site refreshes.

Requirements

5 to 7 years experience as an art director or senior designer, in-house or agency, with strong emphasis on digital and D2C e-commerce.
BA/BS degree, ideally in design, marketing, and/or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years agency experience at a marketing, PR, or advertising agency.
Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite and modern digital tools such as Figma and Canva.
Strong understanding of digital channel capabilities and limitations, including Meta ads, email marketing, and Shopify web architecture.
Strong professional work ethic and ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues.
Trustworthy presence, professionalism, and poise during client interactions.
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Exceptional organization and ability to work independently.

Required Technologies

Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Canva
Shopify
WordPress
Meta ads

Job Details

Job type: Contract
Expected hours: 16.0 to 32.0 hours/week
Potential conversion: Opportunity for full-time conversion
Location: Chicago, IL (hybrid remote)
Office preference: Ravenswood/Lincoln Square office, 1 day/week
Remote option: Fully remote for the right candidate
Relocation requirement: Relocate before starting work (Chicago, IL 60640: Required)

Pay

Rate: $40.00 to $70.00 per hour (based on level of experience)

Benefits

No standard company benefits provided initially for contract status

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13d ago

UI/UX Lead

Prometsource Chicago, IL 🇺🇸 Remote

Chicago, IL

13d ago

$40 - $75/hr Part time Manager Marketing Adobe Creative Suite

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Job Description

Promet Source is seeking an experienced UI/UX Lead to join a remote, part-time team based in the Chicago, IL area. This role focuses on leading discovery and guiding design direction from early concept through delivery, while mentoring other designers and ensuring outcomes are grounded in user needs.

Role focus

Lead discovery efforts, including client workshops and discovery sessions
Collaborate with clients to align on business goals and user needs
Translate requirements into user-centered, intuitive solutions spanning concept through delivery
Create user scenarios and develop strategic UX deliverables
Partner with cross-functional teams to plan and implement design solutions

Responsibilities

Develop wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for new product ideas
Continuously improve and optimize existing user interfaces
Test and validate design concepts before implementation
Conduct ongoing user research and usability testing
Design, execute, and evaluate studies that improve the user experience
Document findings and translate insights into clear requirements and strategy
Track and analyze UX metrics to inform design decisions
Mentor, train, and support UI/UX team members
Promote collaboration and design excellence across the team

Requirements

5+ years of experience in UI/UX design or a related role
Strong portfolio showing UX/UI work and process
Experience leading client discovery sessions and workshops
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to clearly articulate and defend design decisions
Strong documentation and organizational skills
Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Deep understanding of user-centered design, usability, and design thinking
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat
Experience with design and prototyping tools such as Figma (preferred)
Familiarity with CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal), and HTML and CSS
Experience with Government clients is a must
Must be based in the United States

Tech stack

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat)
Figma
WordPress, Drupal
HTML, CSS

Location: Chicago, IL (remote). Job type: part time (up to 20 hours/week). Compensation: USD 40-75 per hour. Experience level: 5+ years.

Why Promet Source

Promet Source brings together talented designers, skilled project managers, and expert developers to create digital experiences that are visually compelling and highly functional. The company is also deeply committed to the open-source community through contributions, tool-building, and participation in conferences and meetups.

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15d ago

Creative Director, Creative Development

Dentsu Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

15d ago

$119k - $199k/yr Full time Manager Marketing Branding

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Job Description

Dentsu is looking for a Chicago-based Creative Director, Creative Development to lead creative strategy and production for shopper marketing and retail activation work for a global beverage alcohol company. In this hybrid role, you will guide concept-to-delivery creative across retail, point-of-sale, experiential activations, and omnichannel commerce touchpoints, while mentoring a multidisciplinary team.

What you’ll do

Own the creative development of shopper marketing and retail activation programs across national and regional retail environments.
Create standout concepts for in-store campaigns, seasonal programs, retail promotions, point-of-sale materials, displays, sampling initiatives, and commerce marketing experiences.
Use shopper insights, retail goals, and brand strategy to craft creative solutions that support purchase decisions at shelf and in-store.
Oversee creative execution from initial concept through production.
Collaborate closely with account, strategy, production, and experiential teams to align creative with program needs.
Lead creative direction for POS materials, retail displays, shopper campaigns, experiential activations, merchandising assets, retail toolkits, and commerce channels.
Direct and mentor art directors, designers, photographers, illustrators, and production partners.
Serve as a player-coach while leading and supporting a growing team.

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in advertising, shopper marketing, retail marketing, commerce marketing, or integrated agency environments.
Proven experience leading shopper marketing, retail marketing, POS, and in-store activation programs.
Beverage alcohol experience is strongly preferred, and CPG experience is highly relevant.
A strong portfolio featuring retail, shopper, commerce, experiential, and integrated campaign work.
Experience developing creative for retail environments and omnichannel experiences.
Outstanding visual storytelling, conceptual thinking, and presentation skills.
Experience managing and mentoring multidisciplinary creative teams.
Retail and/or shopper marketing agency experience.
Experience supporting beverage alcohol brands sold through retail channels.
Experience across experiential marketing, sampling programs, and retail activations.
Experience directing creative across physical retail and digital commerce touchpoints.

Compensation and work details

Location: Chicago, IL (hybrid)
Salary: USD 119,000–198,500 per year (base salary range)
Time type: Full time
Contract type: Permanent

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401k
Flexible paid time off
At least 15 paid holidays per year
Paid sick and safe leave
Paid parental leave

How to apply

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Include a portfolio that shows work made with intention, where you can point to choices beyond outcomes. Click “Apply” at the top of the posting to get started.

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15d ago

Senior Art Director, Creative Development

Dentsu Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

15d ago

$72k - $96k/yr Full time Manager Marketing Senior

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Job Description

This Senior Art Director role supports end-to-end creative for shopper and retail programs across physical and digital commerce touchpoints.

Responsibilities

Develop creative concepts for shopper marketing, retail activation, point-of-sale (POS), and commerce marketing programs
Create visual solutions for in-store campaigns, seasonal promotions, displays, merchandising, and sampling initiatives
Translate shopper insights, brand strategies, and retail objectives into engaging creative executions
Lead projects from concept through execution while maintaining quality, consistency, and brand alignment
Collaborate with account, strategy, production, and experiential teams
Provide hands-on design and art direction across retail and commerce marketing channels, including physical and digital
Present creative work internally and to clients with clear, confident communication
Mentor junior designers and help maintain a collaborative creative culture

Requirements

5+ years of experience in advertising, shopper marketing, retail marketing, commerce marketing, or integrated agency environments
Strong experience art directing and developing shopper marketing, retail, POS, and activation campaigns
Beverage alcohol experience preferred; CPG experience highly relevant
Portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and execution across retail, shopper, experiential, and integrated campaigns
Experience creating work for both retail environments and digital commerce channels
Excellent visual design, storytelling, presentation, and communication skills
Experience mentoring junior creatives or leading projects without primary responsibility for managing large creative teams
Must be located in Chicago (preferred) or New York for weekly onsite collaboration in Dentsu offices

Salary

USD 72,000 - 96,000 per year (anticipated base salary range)
Placement within the range based on experience, skills, and other factors permitted by law

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k)
Flexible paid time off
At least 15 paid holidays per year
Paid sick and safe leave
Paid parental leave

Preferred experience

Retail or shopper marketing agency experience
Experience supporting beverage alcohol or consumer packaged goods brands

How to apply

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Portfolio review includes work made with intention, showing choices beyond outcomes
Click “Apply” at the top of the posting

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21d ago

Audio Visual Design Engineer

CONTINUA INTERIORS OF MINNESOTA Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

21d ago

$100k - $135k/yr Full time Audio Visual Systems Audio-Visual Av Design

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Job Description

CONTINUA INTERIORS OF MINNESOTA is hiring an Audio Visual Design Engineer to design and document audio-visual systems for projects in the Chicago, IL area. The role connects the design process to the pre-sale and installation phases, working alongside sales, partners/customers, drafters, project managers, and installers to keep proposals accurate and timelines protected.

In this onsite position, you will lead key steps from discovery through design documentation, including site surveys, customer-facing meetings as needed, and coordination of system drawings and technical specs. Salary for this role is USD 100,000 - 135,000 per yearly, with a required foundation of 3+ years of relevant audio-visual experience and a BS degree in a related field.

What You’ll Be Doing

Collaborate with the sales team to create timely and accurate AV proposals.
Work closely with potential partners and customers to design and develop AV solutions.
Conduct site surveys to collect information needed for accurate proposal development.
Produce comprehensive system designs and documentation, including bill of materials, scope of work, equipment rack layouts, and budgets/estimation.
Support the design process with pre-sale drawings, modeling, and documentation as needed.
Attend customer meetings as required.
Partner with AV Drafters to help develop system drawings and documentation such as AV plans, elevations, schematics, and cabling schedules.
Coordinate with project managers and installers to support successful installation of the designed systems.
Maintain confidentiality, including protecting customer lists and interactions within the scope of your responsibilities.

Requirements

Technical experience or a BS degree in a related field.
Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in the Audio-Visual field.
AutoCAD experience preferred.
Knowledge of AV products and concepts including Extron, Crestron, Cisco/Polycom/Lifesize VTC Systems, Poly, Biamp, QSC, Shure MXA, and Dante & AES67 standards (including but not limited to these).
Experience with Windows OS and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with D-Tools is preferred but not required.
Ability to read Crestron, AMX, and Extron code is preferred but not required.
Ability to read construction documents to inform AV design decisions related to building construction and infrastructure.
Knowledge of installation methods and products such as ceiling/wall mounted speakers, displays, cameras, cabling infrastructure, AV racks, wall plates and interfaces (audio, video or control), and microphones (ceiling, table, wired or wireless).
Knowledge of terminations including audio, video, and control connectors.
Understanding of network topology.
Time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and overlapping deadlines.
Professional communication skills for engaging with vendors, partners, and customers in-person and via audio/video conference.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, and adherence to processes.
Commitment to maintaining expert-level knowledge of existing and emerging AV technologies and seeking training and certifications beneficial for growth.
Ability to travel up to 10%, as needed.
Physical requirements: regularly sit, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear; occasionally stand, walk and stoop; may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Travel between offices, jobsites, and/or client locations may be required, with extended periods of sitting or standing, light luggage, and adapting to different time zones.