Direct Mail Manager Jobs in Burr Ridge, IL (NOW HIRING)

Location: Oakbrook, IL

Reports to: Art Director

Welcome to Darwill. There's no shame in being ambitious here; career growth is a priority for us – we help one another climb, we don't climb over one another. Clients aren't just customers, they're partners. Integrity and a team-driven environment foster growth and success. If you're ambitious, Darwill is where you can put your talents to work.

At Darwill, we are a strategic direct marketing partner to our clients. We work with hundreds of companies across the USA. Direct mail marketing is where we started but we now pride ourselves in building and executing custom, highly effective, marketing strategies across many advertising channels.

It's simple. We are looking for a talented and reliable self-starter to join our growing creative team and call Darwill home. We are looking for someone who is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite—specifically within InDesign. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, desire to learn and fundamental knowledge of design and typography are essential.

Darwill is a fast-paced environment where you will be part of a team that executes custom direct marketing solutions for our clients. These solutions include designing high-response direct mail, marketing collateral, digital ads, emails, landing pages, and more. We are committed to developing new products across many industries, delivering tangible results for our clients.

• Design and produce high-response direct mail, marketing collateral, digital ads, emails, landing pages, and websites with a strong focus on user experience and conversion.
• Execute creative concepts that align with client needs and marketing objectives, balancing brand consistency with innovation.
• Develop engaging layouts with strong typography and visual hierarchy for both print and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with the Art Director, Creative Team, and Marketing Team to brainstorm, refine, and execute designs for client campaigns.
• Ensure digital assets (websites, emails, ads) are optimized for responsiveness and accessibility.
• Prepare print-ready files and ensure seamless production for direct mail and marketing materials.
• Stay current on design trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in both print, digital media and workflow optimization.
• Self‑motivated, highly organized, and accountable, with the ability to work independently or take direction as needed.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop); knowledge of additional Adobe software is a plus.
• Experience with digital animation (GIFs, motion ads) is a plus.
• Copywriting skills are a bonus but not required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Marketing, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in designing for both digital and print
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite on a Mac platform
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, and design principles
• Experience in B2C direct response marketing preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Self‑motivated, organized, and accountable , with strong problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication skills —verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the Creative and Marketing teams
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)
• HTML and CMS experience is a plus, but not required
• Experience in Print, Direct Mail, Direct Marketing, or Business Services is preferred but not required
• Familiarity with current design trends in both print and digital
• Copywriting skills are a plus, but not required

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

• This job requires you to sit in a cubicle or office, on a computer (1 or more monitors) for the majority of the day.
• May be required to work extended/evening hours as needed.
• This role offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement, combining in‑office and remote work.