Contract Graphic Designer Jobs in Addison, IL (NOW HIRING)

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid: 3 Days In Office / 2 Days Remote)

Schedule: Flexible Hybrid Schedule | Half-Day Fridays

Are you a creative designer who loves bringing spaces to life through stunning 3D visualizations, environmental graphics, and branded experiences? This is an exciting opportunity to join a nationally recognized organization's in-house design team and work on large-scale modernization projects that shape the customer experience across hundreds of locations nationwide.

You'll combine graphic design, environmental branding, architecture, and 3D rendering to help transform existing commercial spaces into engaging, modern environments. If you're passionate about visual storytelling and enjoy seeing your work come to life in real-world settings, this role offers a unique career path beyond traditional graphic design.

• Work on high-visibility projects seen by millions of customers
• Collaborate with designers, project managers, and creative professionals
• Blend graphic design, branding, architecture, and 3D visualization
• Gain exposure to environmental graphics, signage, and commercial design
• Flexible hybrid work environment with strong work-life balance
• Opportunity to be part of a collaborative, creative, and growing team

• Create high-quality interior and exterior 3D renderings for commercial environments
• Design and manage environmental graphics, signage concepts, and branded experiences
• Transform design direction and concepts into compelling visual presentations
• Develop realistic renderings using SketchUp and Enscape
• Produce presentation-quality graphics utilizing Adobe Creative Suite
• Support renovation, refresh, and modernization projects across multiple regions
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to bring design concepts to life
• Create visual assets that support branding, customer experience, and space activation
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining exceptional quality standards

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Digital Arts, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign)
• Experience with SketchUp and Enscape
• Strong graphic design portfolio showcasing creative and technical capabilities
• Experience creating interior and/or exterior renderings
• Passion for environmental graphics, branding, signage, or experiential design
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills

• Creative thinker who enjoys turning ideas into visual experiences
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Team-oriented with excellent communication skills
• Adaptable and comfortable working on evolving projects
• Excited to contribute ideas while also executing established design direction

• Hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
• Flexible in-office days
• Half-day Fridays
• Structured onboarding and training program
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Complimentary coffee, water, and soft drinks
• Access to on-site fitness center
• Team events and networking opportunities
• Professional growth within a highly visible design organization

If you're looking for an opportunity to create impactful visual experiences, produce cutting-edge 3D renderings, and play a key role in transforming commercial environments, we'd love to connect with you.

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $29.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.