Graphic Designer

See What We're All About

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That's key. But we're also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change...and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!

Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We're more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That's what keeps us at the top of our game. We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain's Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let's chat - Apply Today!

Perks

• Parts Town Pride - check out our virtual tour and culture!
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• Hybrid Work schedule
• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away - don't worry, we've got you covered.

The Job at a Glance

One does not become a Graphic Designer because they own photoshop. It takes a lot of blood, sweat, tears and hearing, "I love it! But there are a few more changes I think we should make" over the years to become the designer that we're looking for. So, if you've ever named a file that ends in _final_FINAL_2.PSD, then read on.

Our Graphic Designer will be conceptualizing and executing campaigns that align with our brand identity while driving desired customer behaviors and propelling our creative vision forward. You will be an active and important participant in the design process, from concept to creation, to support the needs of the Marketing team. We are looking for designers who are highly creative, passionate, and motivated to produce - qualities essential to help drive our marketing to the next level. With the guidance of the creative director, the Graphic Designer creates campaign elements that are compelling, customer-focused and in alignment with the business strategy, marketing objectives, and approved visual standards in both print and digital.

You will invite constructive criticism and showcase a willingness to learn, but will not hesitate to challenge the status quo and offer recommendations for improvement.

You will bring a fresh perspective to creative ideation and be eager to participate in brainstorming sessions and feedback discussions to elevate creative work to drive overall KPIs.

A Typical Day

• DESIGN: Create, redesign, maintain, or revise print and digital assets across a variety of platforms, including ads, flyers, signs, websites, landing pages, banner ads, social media content, emails, presentation decks, infographics and iconography using tools from the Adobe Creative Suite, personal favorites, or sketches on napkins.
• COLLABORATE: Work with our team to develop and maintain brand standards for all cross-channel platforms and communications.
• SUPPORT: Take on additional creative assignments or tasks for internal or external marketing efforts or projects as needed. Contribute to meetings with internal and external peers and managers to exchange information and ideas related to projects.

To Land This Opportunity

• Minimum 3+ year graphic design experience and can work quickly to juggle multiple tasks under deadline.
• You're comfortable following direction, receiving feedback, and asking questions.
• You know your way around Adobe Creative Suite and can seamlessly transition from layout design to high-impact motion graphics and animation.
• You leverage a "tech-first" mindset, using AI to spark inspiration and expedite the creation of multi-channel design assets.
• You're proud of your portfolio and can walk us through your design and thought process.
• You have a strong understanding of graphic design, typography, technology and digital standards, and can make informed recommendations to improve work.
• Maybe you don't code or know your HTML from your CSS, but you're willing to learn
• You understand how to design to brand standards, audiences' needs and goals while sprinkling a bit of your personal awesome sauce.
• Detail oriented, efficient, organized, self-starter, highly productive and collaborative approach to work
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and work both independently and as part of a team
• Photography and video is a plus

Extra Awesome

• Seriously though, we can keep using graphic designer memes all day long. So if you like memes, this is the place for you
• Willing to go above and beyond, suggest new ideas and identify opportunities

About Your Future Team

You're really in for a treat. Bring your knowledge of comics, superheroes, pop culture and music from the 80's and 90's and you'll fit right in. If you like either Star Wars or Star Trek over the other, we won't judge you...much. We like to laugh, so bring your best jokes - you will be tested.

At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize our positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated. The salary range for this role is $27.03 - $36.48 hourly which is based on including but not limited to qualifications, experience, and geographical location. Parts Town is a pay for performance-company. In addition to base pay, some roles offer a profit-sharing program, and an annual bonus depending on the role. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Parts Town welcomes diversity and as an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.